BU Academic Calendar 2023/2024
BU Academic Calendar: Boston University (BU) is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1839, BU has deep roots in the city, a history of innovation, and an internationally renowned faculty. Today, BU serves over 34,000 students from all 50 states and 145 countries across 17 schools and colleges offering 250+ degree programs – from associate’s to doctorate levels.
As a world higher-education leader, Boston University provides a high-calibre academic experience focused on critical inquiry, real-world experience, and an ethos of “men and women for others.” Students enjoy small classes with esteemed faculty, abundant research opportunities starting early, study abroad options on 6 continents, and NCAA Division I athletics. Beyond strong academics, BU promotes personal development through 350+ clubs/organizations, performing arts groups, internship programs, and more.
This academic calendar outlines important semester dates and activities that students must track to be successful at Boston University. It covers registration deadlines, exam periods, housing openings/closures, graduation requirements, and additional key milestones. This calendar helps students balance their coursework, jobs, activities, and personal responsibilities.
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Fall Semester 2023
- September 4, 2023: Labor Day Holiday, Classes Suspended
- September 5, 2023: Classes Begin; First Seven-Week Session Begins
- October 9, 2023: Indigenous People’s Day Holiday, Classes Suspended
- October 10, 2023: Substitute Monday Schedule of Classes
- October 20, 2023: First Seven-Week Session Ends
- October 23, 2023: Second Seven-Week Session Begins
- November 22, 2023 to November 26, 2023: Thanksgiving Recess
- November 27, 2023: Classes Resume
- December 12, 2023: Last Day of Classes; Second Seven-Week Session Ends
- December 13, 2023 to December 14, 2023: Study Period
- December 15, 2023: Final Exams Begin
- December 21, 2023: Final Exams End
Note: Classes will be held on Veterans Day (observed): Friday, November 10, 2023
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Spring Semester 2024
- January 12, 2024: Fall 2023 Graduation
- January 15, 2024: MLK Jr. Day Holiday, Classes Suspended
- January 18, 2024: Classes Begin; First Seven-Week Session Begins
- February 19, 2024: Presidents’ Day Holiday, Classes Suspended
- February 21, 2024: Substitute Monday Schedule of Classes
- March 8, 2024: First Seven-Week Session Ends
- March 9, 2024 to March 17, 2024: Spring Recess
- March 18, 2024: Classes Resume; Second Seven-Week Session Begins
- April 15, 2024: Patriots’ Day Holiday, Classes Suspended
- May 1, 2024: Last Day of Classes; Second Seven-Week Session Ends
- May 2, 2024 to May 3, 2024: Study Period
- May 6, 2024: Final Exams Begin
- May 10, 2024: Final Exams End
- May 16, 2024 to May 19, 2024: Commencement Weekend
- May 19, 2024: All University Commencement
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Conclusion
This academic calendar provides key dates and deadlines for Boston University students during the 2023-2024 academic year. It covers important milestones related to the 7-week course system, registration periods, withdrawals, exam schedules, breaks, housing closures, graduation requirements, and more.
