The University of Notre Dame’s academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year is now available online. The calendar includes important dates and deadlines for students, faculty, and staff, as well as information on academic breaks and holidays.
The academic year at Notre Dame begins in late August and ends in early May. The fall semester runs from late August to mid-December, and the spring semester runs from mid-January to early May. There are two academic breaks during the year: a one-week break in October and a two-week break in March. The university also observes several holidays throughout the year, including Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.