IMPORTANT: Pay special attention to arrival times, airport details and other requirements.
Arcadia University program dates are set in accordance with the overseas institution’s academic calendar and the Arcadia University mandatory orientation dates.
Dates subject to change based on the London School of Economics and Political Science's planned academic calendar in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and any restrictions or safety measures imposed by the British government. Please wait to book travel until advised by Arcadia University.
Academic Year 2023-2024
| Event |
Date |
| Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) |
Review materials sent in advance |
| Depart from U.S. |
September 12, 2023 |
| Arrive in London |
September 13 |
| Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) |
September 14-17 |
| University Orientation |
September 18-22 |
| Semester One Start |
September 25 |
| Semester One End |
December 8 |
| Return to Campus |
January 8, 2024 |
| Fall Exam Period |
TBC |
| Semester Two Start |
January 15 |
| Semester Two End |
June 14 |
| Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. |
June 15 |
Academic Year 2024-2025
| Event |
Date |
| Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) |
Review materials sent in advance |
| Depart from U.S. |
September 17, 2024 |
| Arrive in London |
September 18 |
| Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) |
September 18-22 |
| University Orientation |
September 23-27 |
| Semester One Start |
September 30 |
| Semester One End |
December 13 |
| Return to Campus |
January 12, 2025 |
| Fall Exam Period |
January 13-17 |
| Semester Two Start |
January 20 |
| Semester Two End |
June 20 |
| Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. |
June 21 |
Academic Year 2025-2026
| Program Start |
Mid-September |
| Program Concludes |
Mid-June |