When does the semester start in the USA?
The Fall Semester in the USA usually begins in August, in exceptional cases in September.
The Spring Semester starts in the 1st week of January.
It is best to discuss the exact arrival date directly with your coach, because they often want the players on campus a little earlier than the actual academic semester begins.
You can find the exact semester times of a university on the university's website under "Academic Calendar".
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