UNIUYO Announces Matriculation Date for New Students
The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) has officially scheduled the 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony for Friday, 28 November 2025. The event will take place at the University Convocation Arena, Main Campus, Nwaniba Road, Uyo, starting promptly at 10:00 am.
This year’s ceremony welcomes both new undergraduate and postgraduate students. The university has issued detailed guidance to ensure students complete all steps properly, maintain accurate records, and secure their admission.
Quick Overview: 2025/2026 Matriculation
- Event: 2025/2026 Matriculation Ceremony
- Date: Friday, 28 November 2025
- Time: 10:00 am
- Venue: University Convocation Arena, Main Campus, Nwaniba Road, Uyo
- Gown Hire Fee: ₦10,000 per student
- Payment Portal: UNIUYO eportals payment page
- Key Requirement: Students must sign the matriculation register to validate admission
Who the Ceremony Covers
The ceremony is mandatory for:
- Newly admitted undergraduate students
- Newly admitted postgraduate students
Other members of the university community may attend, but formal admission records focus on new students listed by each faculty.
Pre-Matriculation Requirements
1. Verify Faculty Registration List
Students must:
- Check their names, departments, and details on the faculty matriculation register.
- Report any discrepancies to the Faculty Officer immediately.
2. Pay Matriculation Gown Fee (₦10,000)
Steps for payment:
- Visit the UNIUYO eportals payment page.
- Select eBursaryCollect → Matriculation Gown.
- Complete payment and print/save proof, required for gown collection.
3. Collect Academic Gown
- Gowns are issued by the Stores Department or faculty-approved point.
- Students must present proof of payment and ensure the gown is clean and safe for the ceremony.
4. Stay Updated
Students should regularly check:
- Faculty notice boards
- Class briefings
- Approved faculty communication channels
Post-Ceremony: Signing the Matriculation Register
After the ceremony, students must sign the matriculation register at their Faculty Office.
- This step formalizes participation in the matriculation pledge.
- Failure to sign may invalidate admission.
- Faculty Officers will maintain the registers and submit completed copies to the Admissions Office by Friday, 5 December 2025.
Faculty Roles and Deadlines
Faculty Officers are responsible for:
- Preparing and displaying matriculation registers
- Coordinating gown issue and return
- Guiding students through payment steps
- Ensuring clear communication about date, time, and venue
- Collecting signed matriculation pledges
- Submitting completed registers by 5 December 2025
The university emphasizes strict adherence to deadlines and procedural steps to safeguard student admissions and maintain accurate records.
Engagement Hook:
New UNIUYO students: Don’t miss your chance to secure your official admission! Verify your details, pay your gown fee, and sign your matriculation register on time.
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