Shanghai Calendars – 2026 Fall
Program Deadlines
| May 15, 2026 | Application Deadline |
| June 15 | Balance Due Deadline | Financial Aid Deferment Form Due |
| June 15 | Confirmation Deposit Refund Deadline |
| July 1 | Tuition Refund Deadline | Refer to Enhanced Refund Policy |
See Ready to Apply for additional information about the application process and Money Matters for more details regarding payment and cancellation deadlines. Payment of the Confirmation Deposit cannot be deferred. USAC reserves the right to make adjustments to fees or deadlines at any time.
Program Dates
Occasionally dates need to be changed or field trips modified. Refer back to this calendar often for the most current dates.
| August 20, 2026 | Departure from the U.S. |
| August 22 | Arrival in Shanghai | Program starts |
| August 22 | Move into program housing |
| August 23 | Mandatory orientation |
| August 24 | First day of instruction |
| August 29 | Field trip – Shanghai Day Trip |
| September 12 - 13 | Field trip – Shaoxing |
| September 25 | Holiday - Mid Autumn Festival |
| October 1 - 5 | Holiday - National Day |
| October 29 - November 1 | Tour – Xi'an |
| November 14 | Field trip – Xitang Water Village |
| December 7 | Last day of instruction |
| December 8 - 11 | Final examinations |
| December 12 | Program ends |
| December 12 | Move out of program housing |
| December 12 | Optional group flight return | Individual return |