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 Glasgow School of Art's planned academic calendar in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and any restrictions or safety measures imposed by the Scottish government. Please wait to book travel until advised by Arcadia University.
Fall 2023
| Event |
Date |
| Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) |
TBC
Review materials sent in advance |
| Depart from U.S. |
September 14, 2023 |
| Arrive in Edinburgh |
September 15 |
| Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) |
September 15-16 |
| University Orientation |
September 18 |
| Semester Start |
September 26 |
| Semester End |
December 15 |
| Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. |
December 16 |
Academic Year 2023-2024
| Event |
Date |
| Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) |
TBC
Review materials sent in advance |
| Depart from U.S. |
September 14, 2023 |
| Arrive in Edinburgh |
September 15 |
| Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) |
September 15-16 |
| University Orientation |
September 18 |
| Semester One Start |
September 26 |
| Semester One End |
December 15 |
| Semester Two Start |
January 29, 2024 |
| Semester Two Break |
April 1-12 |
| Semester Two End |
May 24 |
| Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. |
May 25 |
Spring 2024
| Event |
Date |
| Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) |
December 6
Review materials sent in advance |
| Depart from U.S. |
January 25, 2024 |
| Arrive in Edinburgh |
January 26 |
| Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) |
January 26-27 |
| University Orientation |
January 29 |
| Semester Start |
January 29 |
| Semester Break |
April 1-12 |
| Semester End |
May 24 |
| Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. |
May 25 |
Fall 2024 & Academic Year 2024-25
| Program Starts |
Mid-September |
| Program Concludes |
Mid-December (FA); Late May (AY) |