The main academic year is made up of two 15-week semesters. The fall semester runs from late August to mid-December. The spring semester runs from early January to late April. Two three-week summer sessions are also offered. Together these sessions run from early May to mid June.
International students can choose to take classes during the summer sessions.
Most take one course each session for a total of 5-6 credit hours. International students are encouraged to begin at EMU at the start of the academic year in August, though it is possible to begin with the spring semester in January.