IMPORTANT: Accepted students can book their travel according to the dates listed below, once they have been advised to do so by Arcadia staff.  

Dates subject to change based on the London College of Fashion's planned academic calendar and any restrictions or safety measures imposed by the British government. Please wait to book travel until advised by Arcadia University.

Fall 2024

EVENT DATE
Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) Review materials sent in advance
Depart from U.S. September 3, 2024
Arrive in London September 4
Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) September 4-7
University Orientation September 9
Semester Start September 9
Semester End December 6
Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. December 7

Spring 2025

EVENT DATE
Virtual Orientation Session (Mandatory) Review materials sent in advance
Depart from U.S. January 14, 2025
Arrive in London January 15
Arcadia Orientation (Mandatory) January 15-17
University Orientation January 20
Semester Start January 20
Semester End April 17
Program Concludes/Return Flight to U.S. April 19

Fall 2025

Program Start Early September
Program Concludes Early December