Academic Calendar
Plan ahead with important dates for the next several semesters. The following timetables include start and end dates for session courses and alternate-week courses, as well as the dates of breaks, holidays, commencement, and more.
Fall Semester 2025
| Seminar Week Begins (Faculty and Staff) | Monday | August 18 |
| Classes Begin | Monday | August 25 |
| Labor Day* | Monday | September 1 |
| Fall Break (For Undergraduates Only) | Monday–Tuesday | October 6–7 |
| Session 2 Classes Begin | Monday | October 20 |
| Thanksgiving Holiday* | Thursday–Sunday | November 27–30 |
| Classes Resume | Monday | December 1 |
| Final Exam Week (Full-semester courses) | Monday–Wednesday | December 8 – 10 |
| Commencement | Saturday | December 13 |
| Christmas Break* | Wednesday– Friday | December 24–January 2 |
Winterim 2025
| Classes Begin | Monday | January 5 |
| Last Day of Class | Friday | January 16 |
Spring Semester 2026
| Seminar Week Begins (Faculty and Staff) | Monday | January 12 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day* | Monday | January 19 |
| Classes Begin (All students) | Tuesday | January 20 |
| Spring Break | Monday–Friday | March 16–March 20 |
| Classes Resume | Monday | March 23 |
| Session 2 Classes Begin | Monday | March 23 |
| Easter Holiday Break* | Friday–Monday | April 3–April 6 |
| Classes Resume | Tuesday | April 7 |
| Final Exam Week (Full-semester Courses) | Monday–Wednesday | May 11–May 13 |
| Commencement | Saturday | May 16 |
Summer Session 2026
| Full Semester Classes start | Monday | May 18 |
| Session 1 begins | Monday | May 18 |
| Session 2 begins | Monday | July 6 |
| Last Day of Summer Semester | Friday | Aug 21 |
| Memorial Day* | Monday | May 25 |
| Juneteenth* | Friday | June 19 |
| Independence Day (observed)* | Friday | July 3 |
* Academic, faculty, and staff offices are closed.
Enjoy the Journey
There’s always something new to do at Edgewood University.
Washburn Heritage Room | August 25, 2025
Edgewood University Part-Time Job Fair
Are you looking for part time job while you attend Edgewood University? Stop by the Washburn Heritage Room (Right across for Phil’s Cafe in Regina)
The Part Time Job Fair will feature employers who are looking for students like you!
There will be employers from both On Campus and Off Campus jobs.
Find out how they can work around your class schedule and discuss what kind of experience they can offer you.
What to know:
– Business Casual attire strongly recommended
– Please bring an updated version of your resume or be willing to discuss your strengths and interests in the positions offered.
– Check out the list of employers that will be joining us and start to look in to any ones that you may be interested in to talk to at the event!
New organizations are registering every day, so be sure to register yourself today and get excited to interact with all Madison-based organizations during this fair.
Nona McGreal Room | September 20, 2025
Professional EDGE Series: Interview Upskill Fall 2025
A few employers will come to help assist students with their interview skills.
Outdoor Amphitheater at The Stream | September 25, 2025
Edgewood University Theatre Presents: Tragedy Sound
Becky, Billie, and Mariel are three lifelong friends in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. When the three young women accept a dare and embark on a canoe trek in frigid waters, they find themselves stranded in the middle of Lake Superior. Dangerous conditions prevail forcing them to face the choices they’ve made and the trappings of life in their hometown. A story about female friendship, motherhood, and the secrets we keep.
Ticketing & Show Information: edgewood.edu/theatre
$20 for General Admission$10 for Students/Seniors/Militaryboxoffice@edgewood.edu
Outdoor Amphitheater at The Stream | September 26, 2025
Edgewood University Theatre Presents: Tragedy Sound
Becky, Billie, and Mariel are three lifelong friends in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. When the three young women accept a dare and embark on a canoe trek in frigid waters, they find themselves stranded in the middle of Lake Superior. Dangerous conditions prevail forcing them to face the choices they’ve made and the trappings of life in their hometown. A story about female friendship, motherhood, and the secrets we keep.
Ticketing & Show Information: edgewood.edu/theatre
$20 for General Admission$10 for Students/Seniors/Militaryboxoffice@edgewood.edu