Columbia University Holiday Schedule: Plan Ahead!
Welcome, Lions! Let's dive into the Columbia University holiday schedule, so you can plan your academic year and breaks accordingly. Stay informed and make the most of your time at Columbia!
Fall and Spring Semesters
Academic Calendar
- Fall Semester: Starts late August, ends mid-December
- Spring Semester: Starts mid-January, ends early May
Key Dates
- Thanksgiving Break: Late November (Thursday and Friday)
- Winter Recess: Late December to early January
- Spring Recess: Mid-March
Summer Sessions
- Summer Session I: Late May to late June
- Summer Session II: Early July to mid-August
University Holidays
Columbia University observes the following holidays:
- New Year's Day (January 1)
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day (third Monday in January)
- Presidents' Day (third Monday in February)
- Memorial Day (last Monday in May)
- Independence Day (July 4)
- Labor Day (first Monday in September)
- Columbus Day (second Monday in October)
- Veterans Day (November 11)
- Thanksgiving Day (fourth Thursday in November)
- Christmas Day (December 25)
Stay Updated
Always check the official Columbia University Academic Calendar for the most accurate and up-to-date information. Happy planning, and here's to a fantastic year at Columbia!
