Bilbao / Getxo Calendars – 2027 Spring
Program Deadlines
| September 15, 2026 | Application Deadline | Spain Group Visa Deadline |
| - | We advise that you have a valid passport by the application deadline. Your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months beyond the program end date. Students wishing to join USAC's group visa submission must have a valid passport by this date. |
| November 15 | Balance Due Deadline | Financial Aid Deferment Form Due |
| November 15 | Confirmation Deposit Refund Deadline |
| December 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.
| January 9, 2027 | Departure from the U.S. |
| January 10 | Arrival in Bilbao | Program starts |
| January 10 | Move into program housing |
| January 11 - 12 | Mandatory orientation |
| January 13 | First day of instruction |
| January 21 | Field trip – Burgos |
| February 8 | Holiday - Lunes de Carnaval |
| February 17 | Field trip – Southern France |
| March 22 - April 2 | Spring break |
| March 25 | Holiday - Maundy Thursday |
| March 26 | Holiday - Good Friday |
| March 27 - 28 | Easter break |
| May 1 | Holiday - Labor Day |
| May 4 | Last day of instruction |
| May 5 - 7 | Final examinations |
| May 8 | Program ends |
| May 8 | Move out of program housing |
| May 8 | Optional group flight return | Individual return |