Note: Programs that include classes at local universities may have different teaching, break, exam periods, and program end dates. Some dates may be subject to change pending publication of the local university academic calendar. Students receive a detailed program calendar upon arrival abroad. Use this guide for information on how to look up academic and financial deadlines for classes once you are registered and your class schedule is reflected in MySlice.
- Santiago Spring 2025 Dates (courses taught in English)
- Santiago Fall 2025 Dates (courses taught in Spanish)*
* Some dates subject to change pending release of local university calendar.
Before purchasing flight tickets, be sure to discuss with your International Program Advisor.
Spring 2025 (courses taught in English)
Arrival in Santiago: January 3, 2025
Mandatory orientation: January 3 – 5
Classes begin: January 6
Required Signature Seminar: February 3 – 21
Easter break: Friday, April 18 – Sunday, April 20
Labor Day holiday: Thursday, May 1
Program ends: May 8
Fall 2025 (courses taught in Spanish)
Pre-arrival online orientation session for ALL students: TBC
Buenos Aires (Argentina) Immersion program: June 23 – July 16, 2025
Non-immersion participants arrive in Buenos Aires: July 17
Required Signature Seminar (including orientation in Santiago): July 18 – 31
Pontificia Universidad Católica classes begin: August 4
Mid-semester break: September 15 – 20
Program ends: December 11