LC Academic Calendar

Langara College, located in Vancouver, British Columbia, operates on a semester-based academic calendar, which is common among Canadian post-secondary institutions. The academic year is typically divided into three main semesters: Fall (September to December), Spring (January to April), and Summer (May to August). Each semester includes periods for classes, midterms, final exams, and breaks. A notable feature of Langara’s calendar is the flexibility offered through multiple intake periods, allowing students to start their studies at various points throughout the year. This structure accommodates both domestic and international students, with breaks often aligning with major holidays like Christmas and Canadian statutory holidays.

• Fall Semester Start: Early September 2025 (typically the first week), marking the beginning of the academic year with orientation events.
• Thanksgiving Break: Mid-October 2025 (around October 13), coinciding with the Canadian Thanksgiving holiday.
• Fall Final Exams: Early to mid-December 2025, concluding the semester.
• Winter Break: Mid-December 2025 to early January 2026, covering Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
• Spring Semester Start: Early January 2026, following the winter break.
• Reading Break: Mid-February 2026 (often around Family Day), providing a short mid-semester pause.
• Spring Final Exams: Mid to late April 2026, ending the semester.
• Summer Semester: Early May to late August 2026, with condensed courses and optional enrollment.

• Application Opening Date: Early October 2024, for Fall 2025 intake, marking the start of the admissions cycle for the Class of 2030.
• Priority Application Deadline: Late January 2025 (typically January 31), for competitive programs with limited seats.
• Regular Application Deadline: Late April 2025 (around April 30), for most undergraduate programs starting in Fall 2025.
• International Student Deadline: Approximately three months prior to semester start (e.g., May 31, 2025, for Fall intake), to allow for visa processing.
• Decision Notifications: Rolling basis, typically within 6–8 weeks after application submission.
• Deposit Deadline: Mid-June 2025 (estimated), to secure a spot in the program.

The academic calendar at Langara College aligns closely with other Canadian colleges and universities, particularly in British Columbia, with semesters structured around national holidays like Thanksgiving and statutory breaks such as Family Day. This alignment ensures accessibility for students balancing academic and personal commitments. Additionally, the multiple intake periods offer significant flexibility, especially for international students who may face delays in visa processing or need to adjust to new academic timelines. While specific dates for the 2025–2026 academic year and admissions cycle are estimates based on typical patterns, Langara’s scheduling consistently prioritizes student needs with clear, predictable timelines.