Welcome to the International University of Kuwait (IUK). We are always thrilled to see our website visited by candidates and stakeholders interested in quality education. Our strategy is marked by a quality-oriented vision and an ambitious roadmap driving our institution to lead higher education by delivering leaders and socially responsible graduates. Our educational philosophy is student-centered and focuses on achievable outcomes dynamically derived from industry requirements. Our 21 academic programs have been carefully selected through rigorous market studies to reflect the current and future job demand.
We pride ourselves with hosting a constellation of academic and administrative staff equipped with the knowledge and competencies required to prepare our graduates to future markets and inspire them to succeed in bringing about the welfare and prosperity of the society. The principles and ethical values at IUK are exemplary and actively applied to instill the culture of patriotism and world social responsibility. You will be receiving a great welcome when you visit our campus where you will enjoy the vast vibrant spaces and wealth of facilities varying from state-of-the-art laboratories to extracurricular student clubs and lounges. Our spacious landscape hosts an assortment of areas including sports courts, shaded parking spaces, and green fields in addition to zones allocated for future programs and facility expansions.
Our doors are and shall be always open to our precious candidates whether those graduating from high school or continuing students and parents. We shall make your dreams to shape your future true and strive to offer you support, during your studies and beyond your graduation, to ensure an outstanding success in your career as leaders and active participant in the achievement of the future vision of Kuwait 2035.
With best wishes
Prof. Mohamad J. Terro
On Behalf of the International University of Kuwait (IUK), I extend a warm welcome to all! IUK was established to provide outstanding higher educational services and commenced its operations in 2021 with a vision to be the leading higher education institution and a beacon for disseminating knowledge and technology across the country and region. This ambitious plan is supported and guided by a board of trustees committed to excellence and a senior executive team with a vast experience in higher education. The IUK model is underpinned by distinguished governance systems, academic excellence & innovation, spacious facilities, community outreach, and industry partnership. We have provided adequate infrastructural facilities for student learning & training to better prepare our graduates for responsibilities as good citizens of the country. For that, IUK aspires to provide a unique educational experience and student life that shall inspire our students and equip them with the needed skills and knowledge to be leaders and key players in local and regional markets.
Dr. Barakat A. Al-Hudaiban
Chairman
DAY | DATE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
Wednesday | 02 Sep. 2026 02 سبتمبر 2026 | New Faculty Joining |
Thursday | 03 Sep. 2026 03 سبتمبر 2026 | Faculty Return |
Sunday | 06 Sep. 2026 06 سبتمبر 2026 | Fall Classes Begin |
Sunday - Thursday | 06-10 Sep. 2026 06- 10 سبتمبر 2026 | Add/Drop Period |
Thursday | 17 Sep. 2026 17 سبتمبر 2026 | Last Day to withdraw courses without penalty** |
Thursday | 12 Nov. 2026 12 نوفمبر 2026 | Last day for course withdrawal with W grade*** |
Thursday | 17 Dec. 2026 17 ديسمبر 2026 | Fall Classes End |
Saturday - Monday | 19-28 Dec. 2026 19- 28 ديسمبر 2026 | Fall Final Exams **** |
Friday | 01 Jan. 2027 01 يناير 2027 | New Year |
Sunday | 03 Jan. 2027 03 يناير 2027 | Last day for grade posting |
* Depends on the Islamic calendar and Kuwait official announcement | * يعتمد على التقويم الإسلامي والإعلان الرسمي لدولة الكويت | |
DAYS | DATE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
Sunday | 03 Jan. 2027 03 يناير 2027 | New Faculty Joining |
Sunday | 10 Jan. 2027 10 يناير 2027 | Spring Classes Begin |
Sunday - Thursday | 10-14 Jan. 2027 10- 14 يناير 2027 | Add/Drop period |
Thursday | 21 Jan. 2027 21 يناير 2027 | Last Day to Withdraw courses without penalty * |
Thursday - Friday | 25-26 Feb. 2027 25- 26 فبراير 2027 | National Day and Liberation Day |
Tuesday - Thursday | 09-11 Mar. 2027 09- 11 مارس 2027 | Eid Al-Fitr Break** |
Thursday | 18 Mar. 2027 18 مارس 2027 | Last day for course withdrawal with W grade *** |
Thursday | 22 Apr. 2027 22 ابريل 2027 | Spring Classes End |
Saturday-Monday | 24 Apr. - 03 May 2027 24 إبريل - 03 مايو 2027 | Spring Final Exams **** |
Thursday | 06 May 2027 06 مايو 2027 | Last day for grade posting |
Sunday - Wednesday | 16-19 May 2027 16- 19 مايو 2027 | Eid Al-Adha** |
Sunday | 23 May 2027 23 مايو 2027 | Summer Classes Begin |
* Students should maintain a load of minimum 12 credits | *العبء الدراسي الأدنى في الفصل الثاني هو 12 وحدة دراسية | |
DAYS | DATE | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
Sunday | 23 May 2027 23 مايو 2027 | Summer Classes Begin |
Sunday - Tuesday | 23-25 May 2027 23 - 25 مايو 2027 | Add/Drop period |
Thursday | 27 May 2027 27 مايو 2027 | Last Day to Withdraw courses without penalty* |
Thursday | 03 Jun. 2027 03 يونيو 2027 | Last Day for course withdrawal with W grade*** |
Sunday | 06 Jun. 2027 06 يونيو 2027 | New Hijri Year** |
Thursday | 01 Jul. 2027 01 يوليو 2027 | Summer Classes End |
Saturday- Wednesday | 03 Jul. - 07 Jul. 2027 03 يوليو - 07 يوليو 2027 | Summer Final Exams |
Saturday | 10 Jul. 2027 10 يوليو 2027 | Last day for grade posting |
Sunday– Tuesday | 11 Jul. - 31 Aug. 2027 11 يوليو - 31 أغسطس 2027 | Faculty & Student Summer Holiday |
Wednesday | 01 Sept. 2027 01 سبتمبر 2027 | Faculty Return |
Sunday | 05 Sept. 2027 05 سبتمبر 2027 | Fall Classes Begin (Transition) |
* Maximum load for summer semesters is three courses | *العبء الدراسي الأعلى في الفصل الصيفي هو مقررين دراسيين فقط | |
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