Meiji University’s academic calendar is comprised of two terms. Exchange students can study at Meiji University for one or two successive terms.
First Semester April 1 - September 19
| Orientation for Exchange Students | March 29-30 |
|---|---|
| Classes Commence | April 10 |
| Confirmation of Class Enrollment | Middle of April |
| Examination Period | July 24 - 31 |
| Summer Vacation | August 1 - September 19 |
| Issue of Grade Reports | Mid-September |
*Although July 16 is national holiday, lectures will be held on that day.
Second Semester September 20 - March 31
| Orientation for Exchange Students | Middle of September |
|---|---|
| Classes Commence | September 20 |
| Confirmation of Class Enrollment | End of September |
| School of Business Administration Sports Festival | Mid-October |
| Campus Festival (Izumi Campus) (Ikuta Campus) |
November 1 - 3 November 23 - 25 |
| Winter Vacation | December 25 - January 7 |
| Examination Period | January 25 - February 2 |
| Classes End | February 2 |
| Issue of Grade Reports | End of March |
*Although September 22 and October 8 are holidays, lectures will be held on these days.
*November 1 and January 17 are founding memorial holidays of Meiji University.