Key Academic Dates
- Tue, Aug 25Semester 1 Registration
- Wed, Sep 2Orientation
- Mon, Sep 7Semester 1 Begins
- 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 Khalid 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. 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.
🎓 KKU — King Khalid University — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
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August
- Semester 1 RegistrationTue, Aug 25 – Sat, Sep 5
September
- Semester 1 BeginsMon, Sep 7
- OrientationWed, Sep 2 – Fri, Sep 4
October
- Semester 1 Midterm ExamsTue, Oct 20 – Sun, Nov 1
December
- Semester 1 Final ExamsTue, Dec 15 – Sat, Jan 2
When is enrollment at KKU?2
- Tuesday, August 25, 2026Semester 1 Registration
- Tuesday, January 26, 2027Semester 2 Registration
When do classes start at KKU?3
- Wednesday, September 2, 2026Orientation
- Monday, September 7, 2026Semester 1 Begins
- Monday, February 8, 2027Semester 2 Begins
When are midterm exams at KKU?2
- Tuesday, October 20, 2026Semester 1 Midterm Exams
- Tuesday, March 23, 2027Semester 2 Midterm Exams
When are final exams at KKU?2
- Tuesday, December 15, 2026Semester 1 Final Exams
- Tuesday, May 18, 2027Semester 2 Final Exams
When is graduation at KKU?1
- Friday, June 25, 2027Graduation Ceremony
When are academic holidays at KKU?2
- Tuesday, January 5, 2027Semester 1 Ends
- Tuesday, January 12, 2027Mid-Year Break
King Khalid University (KKU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
King Khalid University (KKU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027King Khalid University in Abha has 12 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 Khalid University?
- The 2026/2027 academic year at King Khalid University starts on Sep 7, 2026 (بداية الفصل الدراسي الأول).
- When are final exams at King Khalid University?
- Final exam periods at King Khalid University for the 2026/2027 academic year: May 18, 2027 – Jun 5, 2027; Mar 23, 2027 – Apr 4, 2027; Dec 15, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027; Oct 20, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026.
- When is graduation at King Khalid University?
- Graduation at King Khalid University is scheduled for Jun 25, 2027 – Jun 26, 2027.
- How many key academic dates does King Khalid University have in 2026/2027?
- King Khalid University has 12 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
- When is enrollment at King Khalid University?
- Enrollment deadlines at King Khalid University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Aug 25, 2026 – Sep 5, 2026; Jan 26, 2027 – Feb 4, 2027.
- How is the academic year structured at King Khalid University?
- The academic year at King Khalid 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 Khalid University academic calendar?
- King Khalid University's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar. Source: https://www.kku.edu.sa/en/portfolio/academic-calendar
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)
