KAUST Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar and Important Dates for KAUST

The academic year at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is divided into two semesters:

• Fall Semester: Starts in late August and ends in mid-December.
• Spring Semester: Starts in late January and ends in mid-May.

Key deadlines include:

• Exam periods at the end of each semester.
• Application deadlines for faculty positions typically in the spring.
• Holidays such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, which vary annually.
• Sabbatical dates are arranged individually with faculty members.

For the most up-to-date information, visit the KAUST Academic Calendar.