WELCOME TO ALKU:

YOUR GATEWAY TO TURKISH EDUCATION!

At ALKU, we are thrilled to welcome Erasmus students from all around the world! Our academic year is structured around two main semesters: the Fall Semester and the Spring Semester. This system is designed to provide a rich and immersive educational experience.

📅 Academic Calendar

Fall Semester 2025-2026

• Start Date: September 22, 2025
• Midterm Exams: November 8-16, 2025
• Courses End: January 2, 2026
• Final Exams: January 3- 14, 2026
  (Makeup exams: January 17- 25, 2026)

Spring Semester 2025-2026

• Start Date: February 9, 2026
• Midterm Exams: March 18- April 5 2026
• Courses End: May 22, 2026
• Final Exams: June 1- 10 2026
  (Makeup exams: June 13-21, 2026)

🇹🇷 Official Holidays

• Victory Day (Zafer Bayramı): August 30, 2025
• Republic Day (Cumhuriyet Bayramı): October 28-29, 2025
  (Afternoon of October 28 to October 29)
• New Year's Day (Yılbaşı): January 1, 2026
• Ramazan Feast (Ramazan Bayramı): March 19 -22, 2026
• National Sovereignty and Children's Day (Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı): April 23, 2026
• Labor and Solidarity Day (Emek ve Dayanışma Günü): May 1, 2026
• Atatürk Memorial, Youth and Sports Day (Atatürk'ü Anma, Gençlik ve Spor Bayramı): May 19, 2026
• Kurban Feast (Kurban Bayramı): May 26- 30, 2025
• Democracy and National Unity Day (Demokrasi ve Milli Birlik Günü): July 15, 2026

Join Us in Creating Unforgettable Memories!

Experience the vibrant culture and academic excellence at ALKU. We look forward to having you as part of our community!