J-Term at UVA
Find unique opportunities and get ahead for the spring semester.
Whether you're exploring emerging topics, conducting research, or engaging across disciplines, J-Term offers a focused space for academic growth. With smaller classes and an intensive format, you’ll connect closely with professors and classmates while exploring subjects that truly inspire you.
Enrollment Timeline & Course Dates
Courses Visible in SIS
Friday, October 10, 2025
Shopping Cart Live in SIS
Friday, October 17, 2025
UVA Graduate Enrollment
Monday, November 10, 2025
UVA Undergraduate Enrollment (4th/3rd Year)
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
UVA Undergraduate Enrollment (2nd/1st Year)
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Visiting Students & Open Enrollment
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Courses Begin
January 2, 2026
Saturday Class Sessions
Saturday, January 3 and Saturday, January 10
Courses End
January 10, 2026
Winter Break Closure & J-Term Application Reminder
The University of Virginia will be closed from December 24, 2025, through January 1, 2026 for Winter Break.
To avoid delays, visiting students should submit their January Term applications by Wednesday, December 17.
Our office will continue reviewing emails and applications during the break, but other University departments will be closed. This may delay the creation of SIS accounts, which are required to register for January Term classes starting January 2, 2026.