SECHSS Academic Calendar

St. Elizabeth's College of Health and Social Sciences in Bratislava follows a traditional academic calendar structured around two main semesters: the fall semester and the spring semester. The fall semester typically begins in late September and runs through mid-February, including a winter break. The spring semester generally starts in mid-February and concludes in late June, with a short break around Easter. This structure aligns with many European universities, emphasizing a balance between intensive study periods and seasonal holidays. A notable feature of the college’s calendar is its focus on practical training periods, especially for health and social sciences programs, which may extend beyond standard semester dates for clinical placements or internships.

• Fall Semester Start: September 29, 2025 (orientation for new students typically held a week prior).
• Winter Break: December 20, 2025 – January 5, 2026 (includes Christmas and New Year holidays).
• Fall Semester Exams: January 12 – February 6, 2026 (specific dates depend on program schedules).
• Spring Semester Start: February 16, 2026 (following a brief inter-semester break).
• Easter Break: April 3 – April 7, 2026 (aligned with national holidays).
• Spring Semester Exams: June 1 – June 26, 2026 (culminating in program-specific assessments).
• Commencement Ceremony: Late June 2026 (exact date to be confirmed, typically for graduating students).

• Early Application Deadline: November 30, 2024 (for early consideration, with decisions notified by late January 2025).
• Regular Application Deadline: February 28, 2025 (final deadline for most undergraduate programs, including health sciences).
• International Student Deadline: January 31, 2025 (earlier cutoff to accommodate visa processing).
• Financial Aid Application Deadline: March 15, 2025 (submission required for scholarship or grant consideration).
• Admission Decisions Released: April 1 – April 15, 2025 (rolling notifications for regular applicants).
• Enrollment Confirmation Deadline: May 1, 2025 (deposit required to secure a spot for the fall term).

The academic calendar at St. Elizabeth's College of Health and Social Sciences aligns closely with Slovak national holidays and regional academic norms, ensuring students benefit from synchronized breaks such as Christmas and Easter. This structure offers predictability for both domestic and international students, though the emphasis on practical training may require additional scheduling flexibility, especially for clinical placements. International students are encouraged to note earlier admissions deadlines to account for visa processing times. While specific dates for the 2025–2026 academic year and admissions cycle are estimates based on typical patterns, the college’s commitment to structured timelines supports effective planning for prospective and current students alike.