academic year

American  

noun

1. the customary annual period of instruction at a college, university, etc., running approximately from September to June.

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Etymology

Origin of academic year

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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academic year

As the summer term comes to an end at Newfield School, now part of the Mercia Learning Trust, Wright reflects on the biggest surprises he has encountered with pupils over the academic year.

From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026

But starting this academic year, students who are enrolled less than full time will only be eligible for a proportion of the maximum federal student loan based on their level of enrollment.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 1, 2026

A school put a pupil in an isolation booth away from the classroom for more than half an academic year, BBC's File on 4 Investigates has learned.

From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026

They are building on the faculty board’s previous work on admissions requirements and engaging K-12 education leaders to strengthen student preparation in the coming academic year and beyond.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 2, 2026

However, we are sorry to inform you that due to funding restrictions, we are unable to continue your financial aid for the 1981—1982 academic year.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng