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 Edinburgh Napier University's planned academic calendar and any restrictions or safety measures imposed by the Scottish government. Please wait to book travel until advised by Arcadia University.

Fall 2024

Event Date
Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) Review materials sent in advance
Depart from U.S. September 5, 2024
Arrive in Edinburgh September 6
Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) September 6-7
University Orientation September 9
Semester Start September 9
Semester End December 21
Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. December 22

Academic Year 2024-2025

Event Date
Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) Review materials sent in advance
Depart from U.S. September 5, 2024
Arrive in Edinburgh September 6
Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) September 6-7
University Orientation September 9
Semester One Start September 9
Semester One End December 21
Semester Two Start January 20, 2025
Semester Two End May 17
Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. May 18

Spring 2025

Event Date
Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) Review materials sent in advance
Depart from U.S. January 15, 2025
Arrive in Edinburgh January 16
Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) January 16-17
University Orientation TBC
Semester Start January 20
Semester End May 17
Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. May 18

Fall 2025 & Academic Year 2025-26

Program Starts Early September
Program Concludes Mid-December (FA); Mid-May (AY)