University of Arizona Academic Calendar 2026-27

The University of Arizona 2026-27 academic year runs from fall 2026 through summer 2027. Fall 2026 classes begin on August 24, 2026 and the term ends with last day of classes and laboratory sessions on December 9, 2026, followed by reading day and final examinations. The spring 2027 term begins on January 13, 2027 and ends with commencement on May 14, 2027 after final examinations. Summer 2027 classes begin on May 17, 2027 and run through August 20, 2027, with several no-classes holidays during the summer.

Dates verified on 2026-06-06 against the official source: catalog.arizona.edu. Always confirm with U of A before making travel plans.

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U of A key dates 2026-27

EventDateTypeAdd
Classes begin — Fall 2026Aug 24, 2026term
Labor Day - no classesSep 7, 2026holiday
Honors Convocation - no classes between 3-5 p.m.No classes between 3-5 p.m.Oct 2, 2026holiday
Veterans Day - no classesNov 11, 2026holiday
Thanksgiving recessNo classesNov 26, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026break
Last day of classes and laboratory sessions — Fall 2026Dec 9, 2026term
Reading Day - no classes or finalsNo classes or finalsDec 10, 2026holiday
Final examinations — Fall 2026Dec 11, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026exam
Classes Begin — Winter 2026Dec 21, 2026term
Christmas Holidays - no classesNo classesDec 24, 2026 – Dec 25, 2026holiday
New Year's Holiday - no classesNo classesJan 1, 2027holiday
Last day of classes and examinations — Winter 2026Jan 12, 2027term
Classes begin — Spring 2027Jan 13, 2027term
Martin Luther King Jr Holiday - no classesNo classesJan 18, 2027holiday
Spring BreakNo classesMar 6, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027break
Last day of classes and laboratory sessions — Spring 2027May 5, 2027term
Reading Day - no classes or finalsNo classes or finalsMay 6, 2027holiday
Final examinations — Spring 2027May 7, 2027 – May 13, 2027exam
CommencementMay 14, 2027commencement
Classes begin — Summer 2027May 17, 2027term
Memorial Day Holiday - no classesNo classesMay 31, 2027holiday
Juneteenth observed - no classesNo classesJun 18, 2027holiday
Independence Day observed - no classesNo classesJul 5, 2027holiday
Last day of classes and examinations — Summer 2027Aug 20, 2027term

When is U of A spring break 2027?

U of A spring break 2027 is Mar 6, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027 (No classes). Add it to your calendar with one click above so it never sneaks up on you.

U of A academic calendar 2026-27 — FAQ

When is U of A spring break 2027?

U of A spring break 2027 runs Mar 6, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027.

When does the 2026-27 school year start at U of A?

The first day of the 2026-27 year at U of A is Aug 24, 2026 (Classes begin — Fall 2026).

When are finals at U of A?

Reading Day - no classes or finals: Dec 10, 2026. Check University of Arizona's official calendar for your specific exam schedule.

When is U of A commencement 2027?

Commencement is May 14, 2027.

How do I add the University of Arizona 2026-27 calendar to Google Calendar or Outlook?

Use the "Add all to calendar" button on this page to download an .ics file with every key date, or click the Google/Outlook icons next to any single date. You can also install the free Text to Calendar Chrome extension and highlight any dates on U of A's website to turn them into events instantly.

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