The academic calendar of Hartnell College is based on two semesters and a summer session.
Fall Semester begins in mid-August and ends in December.
Spring Semester begins in mid-January and ends in late May or early June.
Summer Session is six weeks beginning in mid-June and ending in July.
Upcoming Term Dates
Students applying within the United States should submit their application documents at least six weeks before the beginning of the semester.
| Term | Term Dates | International Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
|
Summer 2027 |
June 7 – July 31, 2027 |
Available to Continuing International Students with Counselor Recommendation. See ISP staff for more information. |
|
Fall 2026 |
August 24 - December 12, 2026 |
May 29, 2026 (New Applicants) |
|
Spring 2027 |
January 25 - May 22, 2027 |
October 29, 2026 (New Applicants) |