PCOM Academic Calendar

The academic calendar provides the start and end of classes for PCOM's academic terms, along with breaks and other important dates. Academic year calendars are provided as guides and are subject to change.

This calendar shows the start dates for each term in the academic year and does not annotate a specific program’s start date. For specific information regarding a program's start date, new students should visit the "Getting Started" section of myPCOM. Academic terms apply only to the coursework or non-clinical component of degree programs. Clinical rotation schedules, clinical preceptorships and experiential learning schedules are provided by the applicable academic department or school.

Important Note About the AY25-26 Academic Calendar Transition

PCOM is transitioning to a trimester academic calendar beginning in Summer 2025. Currently, PCOM operates on a four-term academic calendar—Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring—with each term offering 10 to 13 weeks of instructional time.

Starting in Summer 2025, the academic calendar will shift to three terms—Summer, Fall, and Spring—with each term providing 16 weeks of instructional time.

Why are we doing this?

The academic calendar has been updated to comply with new U.S. Department of Education requirements and to better align with the schedules of most other higher education institutions. These changes allow for more instructional time and ensure compliance with evolving federal regulations.

When do classes start?

Start dates vary by program and whether you are a new or continuing student.

• Most continuing students will begin in Summer 2025, around late May or early June.
• Many new students will begin in Fall 2025 (late August or early September), although some will start in Summer.

All students should visit the Academic Calendar Transition page on myPCOM for details specific to your program.

Important Reminders

• If you're unsure when your program begins, contact your program director.
• Clinical and rotation-based programs often follow different academic calendars.
• Bookmark your academic calendar and note key dates such as breaks and exam periods.

If you have questions about the new academic calendar, please email trimesters@pcom.edu.

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