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Key Academic Dates

  • Tue, Sep 1Semester 1 Registration
  • Sun, Sep 13Orientation
  • Sun, Sep 20Semester 1 Begins
  • Sun, Nov 8Semester 1 Midterm Exams
  • Sun, Jan 3Semester 1 Final Exams
  • Mon, Jan 25Semester 1 Ends

How the academic year is structured

The 2026/2027 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 2026/2027 schedule below for exact dates.

🎓 CU — Cairo University — Academic Calendar 2026/2027

Academic Dates

تسجيل الفصل الدراسي الأول

Tuesday, Sep 1

Deadline
بداية الفصل الدراسي الأول

Sunday, Sep 20

Milestone
اختبارات منتصف الفصل الأول

Sunday, Nov 8

Exam
التوجيه والإرشاد

Sunday, Sep 13

Milestone

September

November

When is enrollment at CU?2

  • Tuesday, September 1, 2026Semester 1 Registration
  • Monday, February 1, 2027Semester 2 Registration

When do classes start at CU?3

  • Sunday, September 13, 2026Orientation
  • Sunday, September 20, 2026Semester 1 Begins
  • Sunday, February 14, 2027Semester 2 Begins

When are midterm exams at CU?2

  • Sunday, November 8, 2026Semester 1 Midterm Exams
  • Sunday, April 4, 2027Semester 2 Midterm Exams

When are final exams at CU?2

  • Sunday, January 3, 2027Semester 1 Final Exams
  • Sunday, May 30, 2027Semester 2 Final Exams

When is graduation at CU?1

  • Thursday, July 8, 2027Graduation Ceremony

When are academic holidays at CU?2

  • Monday, January 25, 2027Semester 1 Ends
  • Monday, January 25, 2027Mid-Year Break

CU logoCairo University (CU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027

Cairo University in Giza has 12 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 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 2026/2027 academic year start at Cairo University?
The 2026/2027 academic year at Cairo University starts on Feb 14, 2027 (بداية الفصل الدراسي الثاني).
When are final exams at Cairo University?
Final exam periods at Cairo University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Apr 4, 2027 – Apr 16, 2027; Jan 3, 2027 – Jan 22, 2027; May 30, 2027 – Jun 18, 2027; Nov 8, 2026 – Nov 20, 2026.
When is graduation at Cairo University?
Graduation at Cairo University is scheduled for Jul 8, 2027 – Jul 9, 2027.
How many key academic dates does Cairo University have in 2026/2027?
Cairo University has 12 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
When is enrollment at Cairo University?
Enrollment deadlines at Cairo University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Sep 1, 2026 – Sep 11, 2026; Feb 1, 2027 – Feb 9, 2027.
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 2026/2027 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

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