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Class is in session: Back-to-school dates in Austin

Take a look at when local schools in Austin return to the classroom, including districts like Austin and Round Rock ISDs and colleges like UT Austin and St. Edwards University.

August 7, 2023 • 
Mitch Hooper, London Gibson
A group of people stand in a parking lot in front of Lehman High, as seen from above.

Now’s your chance for perfect attendance.

Photo of Lehman High provided by Hays CISD.

Starting next week, many Austin students will return to the classroom to kick off the 2023-24 school year. Whether your student is college bound, or bound to forget their homework, here are the start dates for 13 local schools and universities.

Psst — New to the city and looking for somewhere to enroll your bright young star? Check out our guide to 19 local school districts.

Elementary, middle, and high schools:

Colleges and universities:

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