MAG Academic Calendar

The Medical Academy in Gdansk, located in Poland, follows a traditional European academic calendar structured into two main semesters: the fall semester and the spring semester. The fall semester typically begins in early October and runs through mid-February, including a winter break. The spring semester usually starts in late February and concludes in late June, followed by a summer break. This structure aligns with many medical universities in Europe, incorporating intensive study periods and clinical rotations, which are unique features for medical students. Breaks are often scheduled around major holidays, and exam sessions are held at the end of each semester.

• Fall Semester Start: October 1, 2025 – Classes begin for all students, including orientation for new enrollees.
• Winter Break: December 23, 2025 – January 6, 2026 – Includes Christmas and New Year holidays.
• Fall Semester Exams: January 20 – February 10, 2026 – End-of-semester assessments and clinical evaluations.
• Spring Semester Start: February 24, 2026 – Resumption of classes and practical training.
• Easter Break: April 3 – April 7, 2026 – Short break aligned with Easter holidays.
• Spring Semester Exams: June 1 – June 20, 2026 – Final exams and clinical rotations completion.
• Summer Break: June 21 – September 30, 2026 – Extended break with optional summer internships.

• Application Opening: 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 to allow visa processing time.
• Regular Application Deadline: May 31, 2025 – Final date for submitting applications for undergraduate medical programs.
• Entrance Exam/Interview Dates: June 15 – July 15, 2025 – Specific dates assigned based on applicant pool; primarily for medical program candidates.
• Admission Decisions Released: July 31, 2025 – Notifications sent to applicants, with rolling decisions for late submissions.
• Enrollment Confirmation Deadline: August 15, 2025 – Deadline to accept offers and submit required documents.

The academic calendar of the Medical Academy in Gdansk aligns closely with Polish and broader European university norms, particularly in scheduling around national holidays like Christmas and Easter. This structure offers some flexibility for international students, with extended summer breaks allowing for travel or additional clinical experience. However, the intensive nature of medical training means that schedules can be less flexible during semesters, with mandatory clinical rotations and exams. As specific dates for the 2025–2026 academic year and admissions cycle may not yet be publicly available, the above timelines are estimates based on typical patterns for medical universities in Poland. Students are encouraged to check official university communications for confirmed dates and any updates to the calendar or admissions process.