Key Academic Dates
- Mon, Aug 17Fall Semester Classes Begin
- Mon, Oct 5Mid-Semester Break
- Mon, Nov 30Fall Final Examinations
How the academic year is structured
The 2026/2027 academic year at Nazarbayev University runs from August through November. The year is divided into two semesters. Each semester begins with enrollment, followed by classes, midterm exams, and concluding with final exams. See the full 2026/2027 schedule below for exact dates.
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August
- Fall Semester Classes BeginMon, Aug 17
October
- Mid-Semester BreakMon, Oct 5 – Sun, Oct 11
November
- Fall Final ExaminationsMon, Nov 30 – Thu, Dec 10
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- Monday, August 17, 2026Fall Semester Classes Begin
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- Monday, November 30, 2026Fall Final Examinations
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- Monday, October 5, 2026Mid-Semester Break
Nazarbayev University (NU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
Nazarbayev University (NU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027Nazarbayev University in Astana has 3 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year. Browse the full schedule below.
- When does the 2026/2027 academic year start at Nazarbayev University?
- The 2026/2027 academic year at Nazarbayev University starts on Aug 17, 2026 (Fall Semester Classes Begin).
- When are final exams at Nazarbayev University?
- Final exam periods at Nazarbayev University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Nov 30, 2026 – Dec 10, 2026.
- How many key academic dates does Nazarbayev University have in 2026/2027?
- Nazarbayev University has 3 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
- How is the academic year structured at Nazarbayev University?
- The academic year at Nazarbayev 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 Nazarbayev University academic calendar?
- Nazarbayev University's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar — typically on the university's website or the student academic portal.
Public Holidays Affecting the Academic Calendar
- Mar 21, 2026— Наурыз мейрамы
- Mar 8, 2026— Халықаралық әйелдер күні
- Jan 1, 2026— Жаңа жыл
- Aug 30, 2026— Конституция күні
- May 9, 2026— Жеңіс күні
- May 7, 2026— Отан Қорғаушы күні
- May 1, 2026— Қазақстан халқының
- Oct 25, 2026— Республика күні
- Dec 16, 2026— Тәуелсіздік күні
- Jul 6, 2026— Астана күні
