Madrid Academic Calendar

Join IAU for a semester, academic year, or summer in Madrid, Spain. Studying abroad in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula offers the opportunity to enroll in region-specific courses, live with a Spanish host, participate in field studies and study tours, hold an internship, or volunteer! 

A note to students: IAU advises that students do not make any travel arrangements prior to the first week of classes. Field studies and course excursions can be scheduled during weekends and breaks, so IAU recommends not purchasing any tickets or scheduling any travel until after learning of course requirements on-site.

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Fall 2023 Semester

Early Start Program Arrival (Optional)	Sunday, September 3
Arrival in Madrid	Thursday, September 7
Orientation & City Tour	Friday, September 8 - Saturday, September 9
Classes Begin	Monday, September 11
Last Day of Classes	Thursday, December 14
Departure	Friday, December 15

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Spring 2024 Semester

Early Start Program Arrival (Optional)	Sunday, January 14
Arrival in Madrid	Thursday, January 18
Orientation & City Tour	Friday, January 19 - Saturday, January 20
Classes Begin	Monday, January 22
Spring Break	Friday, March 22 - Sunday, March 31
Last Day of Classes	Wednesday, May 8
Departure	Thursday, May 9

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Summer 2024 

Arrival in Madrid	Sunday, May 19
Orientation & City Tour	Monday, May 20
Classes Begin	Tuesday, May 21
Last Day of Classes	Thursday, June 27
Departure	Friday, June 28

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*The Academic Calendars and program dates are subject to change.*