General guidance · Updated 2026-07-19
Spring vs Fall intake
How timing affects graduation, documents, scholarships, and program availability.
General guidance
Rules vary by university, program, intake, and nationality. Confirm every final requirement with the official authority.
The key difference is the calendar
Spring classes generally begin around February or March; Fall classes around August or September. Application windows can open many months earlier and differ by university.
Check graduation compatibility
Your final certificate must be available by the date stated in the chosen guide. Expected-graduate rules and final-document deadlines are not identical across universities.
Final verification
Open the current university or government guide, confirm the intake and academic year, and save the source link and checked date. A previous-year PDF is context, not a current requirement.