When Is Spring Break in Illinois?
Most Illinois colleges take spring break in March 2027. 20 Illinois schools have confirmed 2027 dates — the busiest week is the week of March 8, and breaks run from March 5–14, 2027 (Concordia University–Chicago) to March 22–29, 2027 (Augustana College).
Illinois Spring Break 2027 Dates
Confirmed 2027 spring break dates for 20 Illinois colleges, each verified against the school's official academic calendar. Click a school for packages and pricing.
| School | Spring Break 2027 |
|---|---|
| Concordia University–Chicago | Mar 5–14 |
| Illinois State University | Mar 6–14 |
| McKendree University | Mar 6–14 |
| Southern Illinois University at Carbondale | Mar 6–14 |
| Wheaton College | Mar 6–14 |
| Northern Illinois University | Mar 7–14 |
| Illinois College | Mar 8–12 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Mar 8–12 |
| Judson University | Mar 8–12 |
| Loyola University Chicago | Mar 8–13 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | Mar 8–14 |
| University of Saint Francis | Mar 8–12 |
| University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign | Mar 13–21 |
| Northeastern Illinois University | Mar 14–21 |
| Eastern Illinois University | Mar 15–19 |
| Lewis University | Mar 15–19 |
| Western Illinois University | Mar 15–19 |
| Northwestern University | Mar 20–29 |
| Quincy University | Mar 20–28 |
| Augustana College | Mar 22–29 |
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Illinois Spring Break Questions.
When is spring break in Illinois in 2027?
Most Illinois colleges hold spring break in March 2027, with the largest group off the week of March 8. Across the 20 Illinois schools with confirmed dates, breaks range from March 5–14, 2027 to March 22–29, 2027. Search your school in the table above for its exact week.
Which Illinois college has the earliest spring break in 2027?
Concordia University–Chicago has one of the earliest Illinois spring breaks in 2027, starting March 5–14, 2027. The latest is Augustana College (March 22–29, 2027).
Where do Illinois students go for spring break?
The top 2027 picks for Illinois students are Cancún, Cabo San Lucas, Panama City Beach — all-inclusive resorts with day parties, booze cruises, and Go Blue Tours hosts on the ground. Packages start at $549 per person.
How much does a Illinois spring break trip cost?
Go Blue Tours packages for Illinois students start at $549 per person and run up to premium all-inclusive beachfront resorts. A $99 deposit holds your spot, with the balance payable in interest-free monthly installments.