Key Academic Dates
- Tue, Aug 25Semester 1 Registration
- Sun, Aug 30Semester 1 Begins
- Tue, Sep 1Orientation
- Tue, Oct 20Semester 1 Midterm Exams
- Tue, Dec 15Semester 1 Final Exams
- Tue, Jan 5Semester 1 Ends
How the academic year is structured
The 2026/2027 academic year at King Abdulaziz University runs from August 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. Saudi universities follow the Hijri-aligned academic year, with the first semester beginning shortly after Hajj and a second semester continuing through the spring. See the full 2026/2027 schedule below for exact dates.
🎓 KAU — King Abdulaziz University — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
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August
- Semester 1 BeginsSun, Aug 30
- Semester 1 RegistrationTue, Aug 25 – Sat, Sep 5
September
- OrientationTue, Sep 1 – Thu, Sep 3
October
- Semester 1 Midterm ExamsTue, Oct 20 – Sun, Nov 1
December
- Semester 1 Final ExamsTue, Dec 15 – Sat, Jan 2
When is enrollment at KAU?2
- Tuesday, August 25, 2026Semester 1 Registration
- Tuesday, January 26, 2027Semester 2 Registration
When do classes start at KAU?3
- Sunday, August 30, 2026Semester 1 Begins
- Tuesday, September 1, 2026Orientation
- Monday, February 8, 2027Semester 2 Begins
When are midterm exams at KAU?2
- Tuesday, October 20, 2026Semester 1 Midterm Exams
- Tuesday, March 23, 2027Semester 2 Midterm Exams
When are final exams at KAU?2
- Tuesday, December 15, 2026Semester 1 Final Exams
- Tuesday, May 18, 2027Semester 2 Final Exams
When is graduation at KAU?1
- Tuesday, June 22, 2027Graduation Ceremony
When are academic holidays at KAU?1
- Tuesday, January 5, 2027Semester 1 Ends
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah has 11 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year. Browse the full schedule below.
Dates shown are approximate and may not reflect the official academic calendar. Please verify with the university before making plans. Check official calendar
- When does the 2026/2027 academic year start at King Abdulaziz University?
- The 2026/2027 academic year at King Abdulaziz University starts on Sep 1, 2026 (التهيئة والإرشاد).
- When are final exams at King Abdulaziz University?
- Final exam periods at King Abdulaziz University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Oct 20, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026; Dec 15, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027; May 18, 2027 – Jun 5, 2027; Mar 23, 2027 – Apr 4, 2027.
- When is graduation at King Abdulaziz University?
- Graduation at King Abdulaziz University is scheduled for Jun 22, 2027 – Jun 23, 2027.
- How many key academic dates does King Abdulaziz University have in 2026/2027?
- King Abdulaziz University has 11 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
- When is enrollment at King Abdulaziz University?
- Enrollment deadlines at King Abdulaziz University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Jan 26, 2027 – Feb 4, 2027; Aug 25, 2026 – Sep 5, 2026.
- How is the academic year structured at King Abdulaziz University?
- The academic year at King Abdulaziz 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 King Abdulaziz University academic calendar?
- King Abdulaziz University's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar. Source: https://admission.kau.edu.sa/Pages-AcademiCalendar.aspx
Public Holidays Affecting the Academic Calendar
- Mar 20, 2026— End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)
- Feb 22, 2026— Founding Day
- Sep 23, 2026— National Day
- May 27, 2026— Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)
