Key Academic Dates
- Sat, May 30Semester 2 Final Exams
How the academic year is structured
The 2025/2026 academic year at Cairo University runs from September through May. The year is divided into three terms (including a summer term). Each term begins with enrollment, followed by classes and end-of-term exams. See the full 2025/2026 schedule below for exact dates.
🎓 CU — Cairo University — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
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January
- Mid-Year BreakSun, Jan 25 – Sat, Feb 7
- Semester 1 Final ExamsSat, Jan 3 – Thu, Jan 22
- Semester 1 EndsSun, Jan 25
February
- Semester 2 RegistrationSun, Feb 1 – Mon, Feb 9
- Semester 2 BeginsSat, Feb 14
April
- Semester 2 Midterm ExamsSat, Apr 4 – Thu, Apr 16
May
- Semester 2 Final ExamsSat, May 30 – Thu, Jun 18
July
- Graduation CeremonyWed, Jul 8 – Thu, Jul 9
When is enrollment at CU?2
- Monday, September 1, 2025Semester 1 Registration
- Sunday, February 1, 2026Semester 2 Registration
When do classes start at CU?3
- Saturday, September 13, 2025Orientation
- Saturday, September 20, 2025Semester 1 Begins
- Saturday, February 14, 2026Semester 2 Begins
When are midterm exams at CU?2
- Saturday, November 8, 2025Semester 1 Midterm Exams
- Saturday, April 4, 2026Semester 2 Midterm Exams
When are final exams at CU?2
- Saturday, January 3, 2026Semester 1 Final Exams
- Saturday, May 30, 2026Semester 2 Final Exams
When is graduation at CU?1
- Wednesday, July 8, 2026Graduation Ceremony
When are academic holidays at CU?2
- Sunday, January 25, 2026Mid-Year Break
- Sunday, January 25, 2026Semester 1 Ends
Cairo University (CU) — Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Cairo University (CU) — Academic Calendar 2025/2026Cairo University in Giza has 12 key academic dates for the 2025/2026 academic year. Browse the full schedule below.
Some dates may differ slightly from the official academic calendar. Please verify important dates with the university. Check official calendar
- When does the 2025/2026 academic year start at Cairo University?
- The 2025/2026 academic year at Cairo University starts on Sep 20, 2025 (بداية الفصل الدراسي الأول).
- When are final exams at Cairo University?
- Final exam periods at Cairo University for the 2025/2026 academic year: May 30, 2026 – Jun 18, 2026; Apr 4, 2026 – Apr 16, 2026; Jan 3, 2026 – Jan 22, 2026; Nov 8, 2025 – Nov 20, 2025.
- When is graduation at Cairo University?
- Graduation at Cairo University is scheduled for Jul 8, 2026 – Jul 9, 2026.
- How many key academic dates does Cairo University have in 2025/2026?
- Cairo University has 12 key academic dates for the 2025/2026 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
- When is enrollment at Cairo University?
- Enrollment deadlines at Cairo University for the 2025/2026 academic year: Sep 1, 2025 – Sep 11, 2025; Feb 1, 2026 – Feb 9, 2026.
- How is the academic year structured at Cairo University?
- The academic year at Cairo University is typically split into two semesters. Each semester begins with enrollment, followed by classes, midterm exams, final exams, and concludes with graduation. See the date list above for the specific 2025/2026 schedule.
- Where can I find the official Cairo University academic calendar?
- Cairo University's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar. Source: https://cu.edu.eg/ar/Academic_Calendar
Public Holidays Affecting the Academic Calendar
- May 1, 2026— عيد العمال
- Apr 25, 2026— عيد تحرير سيناء
- Jul 23, 2026— عيد ثورة 23 يوليو
- Oct 6, 2026— عيد القوات المسلحة
- Jun 30, 2026— 30 June Day
- Apr 13, 2026— Sham El Nessim
- Jul 2, 2026— ثورة 30 يونيو
- Aug 25, 2026— Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid)
- Jan 25, 2026— Revolution Day 2011
- May 27, 2026— Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)
and 6 more holidays
