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HBS Academic Calendar (Elective Curriculum)

The Academic Calendar indicates the days on which classes are held at HBS and whether that day will hold X-schedule courses (X) or Y-schedule courses (Y). This version of the calendar is for the exclusive use of non-HBS students. If you are enrolled in the MBA program, please login to myHBS for calendar and course schedule information.

Please note that the HBS calendar may differ from that of your home school. Please determine in advance of submitting a petition if you will be able to attend all HBS class meetings as attendance at all class sessions is required.

Please note that some classes may meet in an unusual pattern during the first week of classes.

Fall 2026

Week ofMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
Aug. 30No classNo classXYNo class
Sept. 6No classXXYY
Sept. 13XXYYY
Sept. 20No classXXYY
Sept. 27XXYYY
Oct. 4XXYYNo class
Oct. 11No classXXYY
Oct. 18XXXYY
Oct. 25XXYNo classY
Nov. 1XXYYY
Nov. 8XXNo classYY
Nov. 15XNo classXYY
Nov. 22XXNo classNo classNo class
Nov. 29XXYYExam period
Dec. 6Exam periodExam periodExam periodExam periodExam period

Last Updated: August 19, 2026.

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