KUG Academic Calendar

The Kunstuniversität Linz, located in Austria, follows a traditional European academic calendar structured around two main semesters: the winter semester and the summer semester. The winter semester typically begins in early October and runs through late February, including a holiday break around Christmas and New Year. The summer semester generally starts in early March and concludes in late June, with a significant break during the summer months of July and August. This structure aligns with many Austrian and European universities, allowing for a balance between intensive study periods and extended breaks for research, internships, or personal projects. Unique to Kunstuniversität Linz, with its focus on arts and design, some programs may incorporate flexible project-based modules or intensive workshops that extend beyond standard semester dates.

• Winter Semester Start: October 1, 2025 - Classes and studio work commence for most programs.
• Christmas Break: December 20, 2025 - January 6, 2026 - University closure for holiday festivities.
• Winter Semester End/Exams: February 15-28, 2026 - Final assessments and project submissions.
• Summer Semester Start: March 1, 2026 - Return to classes and workshops.
• Easter Break: April 10-17, 2026 - Short break aligning with national holidays.
• Summer Semester End/Exams: June 15-30, 2026 - Conclusion of academic activities.
• Summer Break: July 1 - September 30, 2026 - Extended break for independent projects or internships.

• Application Period Opens: November 1, 2024 - Start of applications for the 2025-2026 academic year (Class of 2030).
• Early Application Deadline: February 15, 2025 - Recommended for international students needing visa processing time.
• Regular Application Deadline: May 1, 2025 - Final date for most undergraduate programs, including portfolio submissions.
• Entrance Exams/Interviews: June 1-15, 2025 - Specific dates vary by program; required for arts and design tracks.
• Admission Decisions Released: July 1-15, 2025 - Notifications sent to applicants.
• Enrollment Confirmation Deadline: August 15, 2025 - Deadline to accept offers and pay initial fees.

The academic calendar of Kunstuniversität Linz aligns closely with Austria’s national education framework, incorporating public holidays such as Christmas and Easter into its breaks, which offers predictability for students planning their schedules. For international students, the extended summer break provides ample time for travel or visa renewals, while the early application deadlines accommodate additional processing needs. A notable feature is the university’s emphasis on artistic development, which may result in unique scheduling for exhibitions or collaborative projects outside the standard semester framework. While specific dates for 2025-2026 are estimates based on typical Austrian university cycles, prospective students are encouraged to verify exact timelines through official university communications as they become available.