+A **semester** marks a distinct period of [academic study](/wiki/academic_study) within an educational institution. Typically lasting around 15-18 weeks, it structures the delivery of [courses](/wiki/course) and assessments, culminating in a break before the next cycle begins.
+## See also
+- [Trimester](/wiki/trimester)
+- [Quarter](/wiki/quarter)
+- [Curriculum](/wiki/curriculum)
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