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 SOAS' 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.
Spring 2021
Event |
Date |
Arcadia Virtual Orientation (Mandatory) |
December 14 Review materials sent in advance |
Depart from U.S. |
January 3, 2021 |
Arrive in London |
January 4 |
University Orientation |
TBA |
Semester Start |
January 11 |
Semester Break |
March 27-April 25 |
Semester End |
June 18 |
Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. |
June 19 |
Fall 2021
Event |
Date |
Arcadia Virtual Orientation (Mandatory) |
TBC |
Depart from U.S. |
September 24, 2021 |
Arrive in London |
September 25 |
Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) |
TBC |
University Orientation |
TBC |
Semester Start |
October 4 |
Semester End |
December 17 |
Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. |
December 18 |
Academic Year 2021-2022
Event |
Date |
Arcadia Virtual Orientation (Mandatory) |
TBC |
Depart from U.S. |
September 24, 2021 |
Arrive in London |
September 25 |
University Orientation |
TBC |
Semester One Start |
October 4 |
Semester One End |
December 17 |
Semester Two Start |
January 10, 2022 |
Semester Two Break |
March 26-April 24 |
Semester Two End |
June 17 |
Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. |
June 18 |
Spring 2022
Program calendar will be announced once dates are confirmed.