UAL Academic Calendar

The academic calendar at Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa Luís de Camões typically follows a semester-based structure, common among Portuguese higher education institutions. The academic year is divided into two main semesters: the fall semester, which generally begins in late September or early October and runs through mid-February, and the spring semester, which starts in late February or early March and concludes in late June or early July. This structure includes periods for lectures, exams, and breaks, with a notable winter break around the Christmas and New Year holidays, as well as a shorter Easter break in the spring. While specific details may vary year to year, the university often aligns its calendar with national holidays and cultural events, providing students with a balanced schedule for academic and personal commitments.

• Fall Semester Start: Late September 2025 (typically around September 25–30), marking the beginning of lectures and orientation for new students.
• Winter Break: Mid-December 2025 to early January 2026 (approximately December 20–January 5), coinciding with Christmas and New Year celebrations.
• Midterm Exams (Fall): Mid-November to early December 2025, depending on specific program schedules.
• Spring Semester Start: Late February 2026 (around February 23–28), following a short inter-semester break.
• Easter Break: Early to mid-April 2026 (typically a week around Easter Sunday), aligning with national holidays.
• Final Exams (Spring): Mid-June to early July 2026, concluding the academic year.
• Commencement Ceremony: Late June or early July 2026, celebrating graduating students with formal events.

• Early Application Deadline: Early March 2025 (around March 1–5), recommended for international students requiring visa processing.
• Regular Admission Deadline: Mid-May 2025 (approximately May 15–20), the standard deadline for most undergraduate programs for the Class of 2030.
• Late Application Period: Late June to early July 2025, for remaining spots, subject to availability.
• Admission Decision Notification: Rolling basis, typically 4–6 weeks after application submission, with most decisions released by late July 2025.
• Financial Aid Application Deadline: Early June 2025, to ensure timely processing alongside admission applications.
• Enrollment Confirmation Deadline: Mid-August 2025, requiring accepted students to confirm their intent to enroll and pay any necessary deposits.

The academic calendar of Universidade Autónoma de Lisboa Luís de Camões generally aligns with the broader norms of Portuguese and European universities, ensuring compatibility with regional academic schedules and public holidays such as Christmas, Easter, and national days like Portugal Day in June. This alignment offers predictability for both domestic and international students. Additionally, the university’s semester structure provides some flexibility, particularly for international students, with breaks that allow for travel or cultural immersion. However, as specific calendar and admissions dates for 2025–2026 are not yet publicly available, the above timelines are estimates based on typical academic and admissions cycles in Portugal. Students are encouraged to check official university communications for the most accurate and updated information as the academic year approaches.