Berkeley Academic Calendar 2023 is here so that you know the various activities that will be going on in the school and even the non-academic activities.
The Academic Calendar is nothing other than the University’s official publication, and provides information about courses, programs, and graduation requirements, as well as UM and faculty/school-specific laws, regulations, and policies.
The Calendar serves as a guide for individuals who are considering or have already applied for admission to the University or college, as well as those who have registered for classes there. It also serves as a reference for professors and students at the university. In essence, this Calendar outlines how the school plans to conduct itself throughout each academic year.
Founded in 1868 as the flagship campus of the University of California, UC Berkeley is a public institution with a long history of academic excellence, groundbreaking research, and social and political activism. An internationally renowned research and teaching university, Berkeley encourages interdisciplinary, well-rounded education in its undergraduate students, believing that a diverse and broadly inquisitive learning experience strengthens and promotes creativity and curiosity. Close to 30 percent of freshmen are the first in their families to attend college. Its 1,232-acre campus is located in Berkeley, about 15 miles from San Francisco.
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Berkeley Academic Calendar 2023
Fall Semester 2023
| Fall Semester Begins | Wednesday, August 16, 2023 |
| Convocation | To Be Determined |
| Instruction Begins | Wednesday, August 23, 2023 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Labor Day) | Monday, September 4, 2023 |
| Midpoint grading rosters open for instructors | To Be Determined |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Veterans Day) | Friday, November 10, 2023 |
| Non-Instructional Day | Wednesday, November 22, 2023 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Thanksgiving) | Thursday, November 23 & Friday, November 24, 2023 |
| Formal Classes End | Friday, December 1, 2023 |
| Reading/Review/Recitation Week | Monday, December 4–Friday, December 8, 2023 |
| Last Day of Instruction | Friday, December 8, 2023 |
| Final Examinations | Monday, December 11–Friday, December 15, 2023 |
| Fall Semester Ends | Friday, December 15, 2023 |
| Winter Commencement | Saturday, December 16, 2023 |
| Academic & Administrative Holidays (Winter Holidays) | Monday, December 25 & Tuesday, December 26, 2023 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (New Year’s) | Monday, January 1, 2024 & Tuesday, January 2, 2024 |
Spring Semester 2024
| Spring Semester Begins | Tuesday, January 9, 2024 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) | Monday, January 15, 2024 |
| Instruction Begins | Tuesday, January 16, 2024 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Presidents’ Day) | Monday, February 19, 2024 |
| Midpoint grading rosters open for instructors | To be determined |
| Spring Recess | Monday, March 25–Thursday, March 28, 2024 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Cesar Chavez Day) | Friday, March 29, 2024 |
| Cal Day | To be determined, calday.berkeley.edu |
| Formal Classes End | Friday, April 26, 2024 |
| Reading/Review/Recitation Week | Monday, April 29, 2024–Friday, May 3, 2024 |
| Last Day of Instruction | Friday, May 3, 2024 |
| Golden Bear Welcome | To be determined |
| Final Examinations | Monday, May 6–Friday, May 10, 2024 |
| Spring Semester Ends | Friday, May 10, 2024 |
| Commencement | Saturday, May 11, 2024 |
Summer Sessions 2024
| Session A (Six Weeks) Begins | Monday, May 20, 2024 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Memorial Day) | Monday, May 27, 2024 |
| Session B (Ten Weeks) Begins | Monday, June 3, 2024 |
| Session C (Eight Weeks) Begins | Monday, June 17, 2024 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Juneteenth) | Wednesday, June 19, 2024 |
| Session A (Six Weeks) Ends | Friday, June 28, 2024 |
| Session D (Six Weeks) Begins | Monday, July 1, 2024 |
| Session F (Three Weeks) Begins | Monday, July 1, 2024 |
| Academic & Administrative Holiday (Independence Day) | Thursday, July 4, 2024 |
| Session F (Three Weeks) Ends | Friday, July 19, 2024 |
| Session E (Three Weeks) Begins | Monday, July 22, 2024 |
| Sessions B, C, D, and E End | Friday, August 9, 2024 |
Spring 2023 Final Examination Calendar
| Exam Group | Day | Date | Time | For Class Start Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mon | 5/08/23 | 8–11 am | MWF & MTWTF, 8 am |
| 2 | Mon | 5/08/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | TuTh, 2 pm |
| 3 | Mon | 5/08/23 | 3–6 pm | Econ 1 & 100B, UGBA 101B |
| 4 | Mon | 5/08/23 | 7–10 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 9 & 9:30 am |
| 5 | Tues | 5/09/23 | 8–11 am | MWF & MTWTF, 1 pm |
| 6 | Tues | 5/09/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 2 pm |
| 7 | Tues | 5/09/23 | 3–6 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 10 am |
| 8 | Tues | 5/09/23 | 7–10 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 11 am |
| 9 | Weds | 5/10/23 | 8–11 am | Chem 1A, 1B, 3A, 3B, 4A, & 4B, 32, ECON 140 |
| 10 | Weds | 5/10/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | TuTh, 9 & 9:30 am |
| 11 | Weds | 5/10/23 | 3–6 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 12 & 12:30 pm |
| 12 | Weds | 5/10/23 | 7–10 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 3 & 3:30 pm |
| 13 | Thurs | 5/11/23 | 8–11 am | TuTh, 11 am |
| 14 | Thurs | 5/11/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | Online courses* & Elementary Foreign Languages** |
| 15 | Thurs | 5/11/23 | 3–6 pm | TuTh, 12, 12:30, & 1 pm |
| 16 | Thurs | 5/11/23 | 7–10 pm | TuTh, 8 am and all Saturday & Sunday |
| 17 | Fri | 5/12/23 | 8–11 am | MWF & MTWTF, 4 & 4:30 pm |
| 18 | Fri | 5/12/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | TuTh, at or after 5 pm |
| 19 | Fri | 5/12/23 | 3–6 pm | TuTh, 10 am; English 1A, 1B, R1A, & R1B; MWF, at or after 5 pm |
| 20 | Fri | 5/12/23 | 7–10 pm | TuTh, 3, 3:30, & 4 pm |
Fall 2023 Final Examination Calendar
| Exam Group | Day | Date | Time | For Class Start Times |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mon | 12/11/23 | 8–11 am | MWF & MTWTF, 10 am |
| 2 | Mon | 12/11/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 11 am |
| 3 | Mon | 12/11/23 | 3–6 pm | Chem 1A, 1B, 3A, 3B, 4A, & 4B, 32, Econ 140 |
| 4 | Mon | 12/11/23 | 7–10 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 8 am |
| 5 | Tues | 12/12/23 | 8–11 am | TuTh, 2 pm |
| 6 | Tues | 12/12/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | Econ 1 & 100B, UGBA 101B |
| 7 | Tues | 12/12/23 | 3–6 pm | TuTh, 9 & 9:30 am |
| 8 | Tues | 12/12/23 | 7–10 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 3 & 3:30 pm |
| 9 | Weds | 12/13/23 | 8–11 am | TuTh, 11 am |
| 10 | Weds | 12/13/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | Online courses* & Elementary Foreign Languages** |
| 11 | Weds | 12/13/23 | 3–6 pm | TuTh, 8 am and all Saturday & Sunday |
| 12 | Weds | 12/13/23 | 7–10 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 1 pm |
| 13 | Thurs | 12/14/23 | 8–11 am | MWF & MTWTF, 4 & 4:30 pm |
| 14 | Thurs | 12/14/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | TuTh, at or after 5 pm |
| 15 | Thurs | 12/14/23 | 3–6 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 2 pm |
| 16 | Thurs | 12/14/23 | 7–10 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 9 & 9:30 am |
| 17 | Fri | 12/15/23 | 8–11 am | TuTh, 12, 12:30, & 1 pm |
| 18 | Fri | 12/15/23 | 11:30–2:30 pm | MWF & MTWTF, 12 & 12:30 pm |
| 19 | Fri | 12/15/23 | 3–6 pm | TuTh, 10 am; English 1A, 1B, R1A, & R1B; MWF, at or after 5 pm |
| 20 | Fri | 12/15/23 | 7–10 pm | TuTh, 3, 3:30, & 4 pm |
Final Exam Scheduling
For undergraduate courses, final assessments that are not scheduled during the regular Final Exam Week cannot be required to be completed or turned in during the regular semester’s period of formal instruction nor during the Reading/Review/Recitation (RRR) period. Final performances and presentations may be scheduled under certain circumstances before or during RRR week, but instructors are encouraged to use the RRR week as much as possible for synthesis, review, and revision of papers or projects for final student assessment.
Final examination groups are typically based on the day and time a class is offered. Exam groups not based on the regular class meeting time are called common exam groups. Online courses, certain foreign language courses, and certain Chemistry and Economics courses belong to common exam groups.
Contact List for Assistance
If you have a problem on the day of your exam, contact one of the following to obtain timely assistance.
| Issue or Question | Who to Contact | Hours Available | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| AV/Technology | Educational Technology Services | 8:00am-8:00pm | (510) 643-8637 |
| Classroom Issues (lockout, maintenance, etc.) | Office of the Registrar | 8:00am-8:00pm | (510) 643-7490Â [email protected] |
| After-hours Classroom Lockout or Maintenance | Facilities Services | Prior to 8:00am and after 8:00pm | (510) 642-1032 |
| Building Lockout | UCPD | 24-hours | (510) 642-6760 |
FAQs on Berkeley Academic Calendar 2023
How many semesters are there in Berkeley?
There are three terms. Semester Calendar Year: Berkeley College’s calendar includes three terms organized on the semester system. The fall semester begins in September, followed by the winter semester in January, and the spring semester in April.
How long is Berkeley semester?
University of California-Berkeley is on a semester system. Semester systems are typically around 14-16 weeks long. They consist of 3 terms: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
How many classes do you take per semester at Berkeley?
You will be required to enroll in at least 13 units (for example, three 4-unit courses and one 1-unit course) each semester. Customarily students enroll in 13-17 units per semester.
How many classes do Berkeley students take per semester?
Undergraduates: A course load of 15 units per semester is considered a normal undergraduate course load, and you are expected to enroll in at least 15 units. Graduate Students: A course load of 12 units per semester is considered a normal, full-time graduate course load.
Which semester is the longest?
Traditionally, colleges and universities offer three semesters during each academic year:
- Fall semester – 15 weeks.
- Spring semester – 15 weeks.
- Summer semester – 12 weeks.
