On-Site ESL
Program Dates
Find upcoming semester start dates, additional enrollment dates, and school holidays for HOFT Institute's on-site ESL programs in Austin.
Plan Your Studies
When can I start classes?
Students may begin at the start of Week 1, 2, 3, 6, or 11 of each 15-week semester. Starting in Week 1 is recommended, but additional start dates make it easier to begin without waiting for the next semester.
Important:
F-1 students must begin on the start date approved by HOFT and shown on their Form I-20. Availability may also depend on program, English level, and class space.
2026
Summer 2026
Semester begins May 11, 2026
Additional start dates:
Week 2 May 18, 2026
Week 3 May 25, 2026
Week 6 June 15, 2026
Week 11 July 20, 2026
Semester ends August 20, 2026
●Holiday: Memorial Day — May 25
Fall 2026
Semester begins September 8, 2026
Additional start dates:
Week 2 September 14, 2026
Week 3 September 21, 2026
Week 6 October 12, 2026
Week 11 November 16, 2026
Semester ends December 17, 2026
●Thanksgiving Break: November 25–27
2027
Spring 2027
Semester begins January 4, 2027
Additional start dates:
Week 2 January 11, 2027
Week 3 January 18, 2027
Week 6 February 8, 2027
Week 11 March 22, 2027
Semester ends April 22, 2027
● Holiday: MLK Jr. Day — January 18
● Spring Break: March 15–19
Summer 2027
Semester begins May 3, 2027
Additional start dates:
Week 2 May 10, 2027
Week 3 May 17, 2027
Week 6 June 14, 2027
Week 11 July 19, 2027
Semester ends August 19, 2027
● Holiday: Memorial Day — May 31, 2027
Fall 2027
Semester begins September 6, 2027
Additional start dates:
Week 2 September 13, 2027
Week 3 September 20, 2027
Week 6 October 11, 2027
Week 11 November 15, 2027
Semester ends December 16, 2027
●Thanksgiving Break: November 24–25
NEED HELP?
Not sure which start date to choose?
Our admissions team can confirm the next available date based on your student type, English level, and application timeline.