SMU Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar and Important Dates for SMU

• Fall Semester: Begins late August, ends mid-December.
• Spring Semester: Starts mid-January, concludes early May.
• Exam Periods: Finals in December and May.
• Holidays: Follows the standard US academic calendar, including Thanksgiving and Spring Break.
• Faculty Application Deadlines: Vary by position, typically announced on the Careers page.
• Sabbatical Dates: Determined on an individual basis, typically aligned with academic terms.