UW-Madison Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar and Important Dates for UW-Madison

The academic year at UW-Madison typically follows a semester system:

• Fall Semester starts in late August and ends in mid-December.
• Spring Semester starts in mid-January and ends in early May.
• Exam periods are scheduled at the end of each semester.
• Holidays include Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Spring Break, and Memorial Day.
• Faculty application deadlines vary by department but are typically in the fall for the following academic year.
• Sabbatical dates are arranged individually with departments.

For the most current academic calendar, visit the Registrar's Office at UW-Madison.