Hey everyone, do you guys have any info on when most colleges usually start their Fall and Spring semesters? Also, when do they generally have their winter, spring, and summer breaks? I'm trying to figure out my future schedule.
Sure, happy to help here. Most colleges and universities in the United States follow a two-semester system with a few significant breaks.
The Fall semester typically begins in late August or early September and runs until mid or late December. A winter break usually follows this, which generally starts in mid-December and ends in early January.
The Spring semester commonly kicks off in mid-January and lasts until early to mid-May. Many colleges then have a week-long spring break, usually in March, to give students a breather during the semester.
Lastly, there's the summer break, which typically commences in mid-May and ends in late August or early September, just before the start of the new academic year.
Please bear in mind that this is a general structure and the specific dates can vary from one institution to another. Therefore, for the most accurate information, it's best to check the academic calendar of the particular college or university you are interested in.
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