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Key Academic Dates

  • Tue, Aug 25Semester 1 Registration
  • Tue, Sep 1Orientation
  • 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 Umm Al-Qura 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.

🎓 UQU — Umm Al-Qura University — Academic Calendar 2026/2027

Academic Dates

الاختبارات النهائية للفصل الأول

Tuesday, Dec 15

Exam
تسجيل الفصل الدراسي الأول

Tuesday, Aug 25

Deadline
بداية الفصل الدراسي الأول

Monday, Sep 7

Milestone
اختبارات منتصف الفصل الأول

Tuesday, Oct 20

Exam
التهيئة والإرشاد

Tuesday, Sep 1

Milestone

August

September

October

December

When is enrollment at UQU?2

  • Tuesday, August 25, 2026Semester 1 Registration
  • Tuesday, January 26, 2027Semester 2 Registration

When do classes start at UQU?3

  • Tuesday, September 1, 2026Orientation
  • Monday, September 7, 2026Semester 1 Begins
  • Monday, February 8, 2027Semester 2 Begins

When are midterm exams at UQU?2

  • Tuesday, October 20, 2026Semester 1 Midterm Exams
  • Tuesday, March 23, 2027Semester 2 Midterm Exams

When are final exams at UQU?2

  • Tuesday, December 15, 2026Semester 1 Final Exams
  • Tuesday, May 18, 2027Semester 2 Final Exams

When is graduation at UQU?1

  • Monday, June 28, 2027Graduation Ceremony

When are academic holidays at UQU?2

  • Tuesday, January 5, 2027Semester 1 Ends
  • Tuesday, January 12, 2027Mid-Year Break

UQU logoUmm Al-Qura University (UQU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027

Umm Al-Qura University in Mecca 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 Umm Al-Qura University?
The 2026/2027 academic year at Umm Al-Qura University starts on Feb 8, 2027 (بداية الفصل الدراسي الثاني).
When are final exams at Umm Al-Qura University?
Final exam periods at Umm Al-Qura University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Dec 15, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027; May 18, 2027 – Jun 5, 2027; Oct 20, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026; Mar 23, 2027 – Apr 4, 2027.
When is graduation at Umm Al-Qura University?
Graduation at Umm Al-Qura University is scheduled for Jun 28, 2027 – Jun 29, 2027.
How many key academic dates does Umm Al-Qura University have in 2026/2027?
Umm Al-Qura University has 12 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
When is enrollment at Umm Al-Qura University?
Enrollment deadlines at Umm Al-Qura 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 Umm Al-Qura University?
The academic year at Umm Al-Qura 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 Umm Al-Qura University academic calendar?
Umm Al-Qura University's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar. Source: https://uqu.edu.sa/en/App/Events/all/9078

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)

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