Calendar
Study on campus at the University of Delaware in Newark, Delaware.
Semester Dates
The upcoming semester dates for Academic Transitions with the English Language Institute at the University of Delaware follow:
| Semester | Orientation Dates | Semester Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | January 5, 2026 | January 5–April 22, 2026 |
| Summer 2026 | April 30-May 1, 2026 | May 4–August 12, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | August 19-21, 2026 | August 24–December 9, 2026 |
| Spring 2027 | January 4, 2027 | January 5–April 21, 2027 |
| Summer 2027 | April 29-30, 2027 | May 4–August 11, 2027 |
| Fall 2027 | August 18-20, 2027 | August 24–December 8, 2027 |
- Students may begin Academic Transitions in any of the semesters offered each year.
- Each semester lasts 4 months.
- Students are expected to arrive on time for each session. Students who do not arrive on time will not be permitted to begin/resume their studies during that semester (and this can result in a loss of their visa status). For more information, contact eli-registrar@udel.edu.
- AT1 students must check in each session (there are 2 sessions per AT semester).
Note about holidays: The English Language Institute follows the UD policy regarding religious observances. A comprehensive list of observances can be found on Interfaith Calendar, www.interfaith-calendar.org.