Academic Calendar

The Saint Paul Seminary follows an academic calendar with two semesters, each approximately 15 weeks in length, a one-month January term, and summer sessions. January term provides time for research projects, language study, or study abroad.

Fall 2024

Day of Recollection for Seminarians Sept. 3
Saint Paul Seminary Classes Begin Sept. 5
Day of Recollection for Seminarians Oct. 2
MAT Written Comprehensive Exams Oct. 10-11
Indigenous Peoples Day Oct. 14
Midterm Break Oct. 25-27
Day of Recollection for Seminarians Nov. 8
Saint Paul Seminary Thanksgiving Break Nov. 27-Dec. 1
Day of Recollection for Seminarians Dec. 9
Fall Classes End Dec. 13
Study Day Dec. 16
Final Exams Dec. 17-20

Spring 2025

Saint Paul Seminary Classes Begin Feb. 5
Day of Recollection for Seminarians Feb. 12
Day of Recollection for Seminarians (Ash Wednesday) March 5
MAT Written Comprehensive Exams March 13-14
Midterm Break March 24-30
Saint Paul Seminary Easter Break April 17-21
Day of Recollection for Seminarians April 29
Spring Classes End May 16
Study Day May 19
Final Exams May 20-23
Graduation Mass and St. Thomas Commencement May 25
ASPM Presbyteral Ordination May 31

 

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