academic year

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of academic year¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

Nearly a month has passed since students returned for the 2025-26 academic year, and already some say they’re reeling from the effects of Senate Bill 1.

From Salon

As students return to universities and the new academic year, the 2025 National Student Money Survey found an average student in London spends £1,269 a month, covering basics like rent, bills and food.

From BBC

Under the proposed name of London and South East University Group, the single institution will have one vice-chancellor from the academic year starting in autumn 2026.

From BBC

Challenges with school transport have been reported elsewhere in Wales as the new academic year gets under way.

From BBC

His team looked at vaping in English secondary schools in seven police force areas over the past two academic years, including Lancashire, London and Greater Manchester.

From BBC