Academic calendar
This is how the academic year is structured at the University of Graz.
Academic year 2026/27
| Winter semester 2026/27 | October 01, 2026 until February 27, 2027 |
| Start of classes | October 01, 2026 |
| End of classes | January 30, 2027 |
| Summer semester 2027 | March 01, 2027 until September 30, 2027 |
| Start of classes | March 01, 2027 |
| End of classes | June 30, 2027 |
Generally, there are no courses on Sundays and public holidays. In addition, also on the following days:
| Winter semester 2026/27 | |
| November 02, 2026 | All Souls' Day |
| December 21, 2026 to January 06, 2027 | Christmas break |
| February 01 to February 27, 2027 | Semester break |
| Summer semester 2027 | |
| March 22 to April 03, 2027 | Easter break |
| May 07, 2027 | Rector's Day |
| May 18, 2027 | Tuesday after Pentecost |
| July 01 to September 30, 2027 | Summer break |
In order to register for courses, you must already be a student at the University of Graz and have access to Uni Graz Online. Registration for courses is possible before the start of the semester: mid-September (winter semester) or mid-February (summer semester). By these dates you should have completed the application process and be enrolled as a student. Further information for international students
The current deadlines for international students can be found here.
