University of Wisconsin–Madison Academic Calendar 2026-27
The 2026–27 academic year includes fall 2026 and spring/summer 2027. Fall semester instruction begins on September 2, 2026, with the last class day on December 9, 2026, followed by a study day and a December exam period. Spring semester begins on January 19, 2027, with a spring recess in March and spring exams in early May, then two spring commencement dates on May 7 and May 8, 2027. Summer 2027 includes observed Memorial Day and observed Independence Day.
Dates verified on 2026-06-06 against the official source: secfac.wisc.edu. Always confirm with UW–Madison before making travel plans.
UW–Madison key dates 2026-27
When is UW–Madison spring break 2027?
UW–Madison spring break 2027 is Mar 20, 2027 – Mar 28, 2027. Add it to your calendar with one click above so it never sneaks up on you.
UW–Madison academic calendar 2026-27 — FAQ
When is UW–Madison spring break 2027?
UW–Madison spring break 2027 runs Mar 20, 2027 – Mar 28, 2027.
When is UW–Madison commencement 2027?
Commencement (no exams) — December 2026 is Dec 13, 2026.
How do I add the University of Wisconsin–Madison 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 UW–Madison's website to turn them into events instantly.
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