Bilbao / Getxo Calendars – 2026 Summer Session II
Program Deadlines
| April 15, 2026 | Application Deadline |
| May 15 | Balance Due Deadline | Financial Aid Deferment Form Due |
| May 15 | Confirmation Deposit Refund Deadline |
| May 15 | 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.
| June 27, 2026 | Departure from the U.S. |
| June 28 | Arrival in Bilbao | Program starts |
| June 28 | Move into program housing |
| June 29 | Mandatory orientation |
| June 30 | First day of instruction |
| July 4 | Field trip – La Rioja |
| July 11 | Field trip – San Juan de Gaztelugatxe |
| July 23 | Last day of instruction |
| July 24 | Final examinations |
| July 25 | Program ends |
| July 25 | Move out of program housing |
| July 25 | Optional group flight return | Individual return |