UVSQ Academic Calendar

The Université de Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (UVSQ), located in the Île-de-France region, follows a traditional French academic calendar structured around two main semesters: the fall semester and the spring semester. The fall semester typically begins in early September and runs through mid-December, while the spring semester starts in mid-January and concludes in late May or early June. This structure aligns with most French universities and includes breaks for national holidays, such as Christmas and Easter, as well as a shorter mid-semester break in each term. UVSQ also incorporates exam periods at the end of each semester, with potential resit opportunities in late June or early July for students needing to retake exams.

• Fall Semester Start: Early September 2025 (typically around September 1–5), marking the beginning of the academic year with orientation for new students.
• All Saints’ Break: Late October to early November 2025 (around October 30–November 3), coinciding with the French national holiday.
• Christmas Break: Mid-December 2025 to early January 2026 (approximately December 20–January 5), a significant holiday period.
• Spring Semester Start: Mid-January 2026 (around January 10–15), following the winter break.
• Easter Break: Mid-April 2026 (typically a 1–2 week period around Easter), aligning with national holidays.
• Final Exams and Commencement: Late May to early June 2026, with graduation ceremonies often held in June.

• Application Opening for Undergraduate Programs: Early January 2025 (typically via the Parcoursup platform for French and EU students), marking the start of the admissions cycle.
• Regular Decision Deadline: Mid-March 2025 (around March 15–20), the primary deadline for most applicants, including international students within the EU.
• International Student Deadline (Non-EU): Early December 2024 to February 2025, depending on specific program requirements and visa processing timelines.
• Admission Decisions Released: May to June 2025, with notifications sent in phases based on application submission dates.
• Enrollment Confirmation Deadline: Early July 2025 (typically July 1–10), requiring accepted students to confirm their spot and submit final documents.

The academic calendar at UVSQ adheres to the standard French higher education framework, aligning closely with national holidays and the broader European academic schedule. This structure offers predictability for both domestic and international students, with breaks strategically placed to accommodate cultural and religious observances. For international students, the early application deadlines and extended processing times reflect the additional administrative steps, such as visa applications, ensuring sufficient preparation for the academic year. While specific dates for the 2025–2026 academic year and admissions cycle are estimates based on typical French university schedules, UVSQ’s calendar remains flexible to accommodate unforeseen national or regional changes.