Academic Calendar and Important Dates for Harvard
- Fall Semester: Begins late August, ends mid-December.
- Spring Semester: Begins early January, ends late May.
- Exam Periods: Fall exams in December, Spring exams in May.
- Holidays: Thanksgiving break in November, winter break in December/January, spring break in March.
- Faculty Application Deadlines: Vary by department, typically in the fall for the following academic year.
- Sabbatical Dates: Determined individually by faculty and department.
For the most current and detailed academic calendar, visit Harvard's Registrar Calendar.
