COOU Releases 2025/2026 Academic Calendar — Full Schedule for Lectures, Exams, and Resumption Dates
The management of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) has officially released the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session, detailing key dates for lectures, examinations, and major university events across all campuses.
The new calendar provides a comprehensive guide for both fresh and returning students to ensure timely registration, attendance, and participation in all academic activities.
Highlights of the COOU 2025/2026 Academic Calendar
October 2025
- Tuesday, 7th October: Resumption of returning students (200 level and above).
- Thursday, 9th October: Course registration begins for old students.
- Tuesday, 14th October: Lectures commence for returning students.
- Wednesday, 29th October: 143rd Senate Meeting.
November 2025
- Tuesday, 4th November: Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Memorial Lecture.
- Friday, 9th November: Online registration closes for old students.
- Tuesday, 11th November: Late registration begins for old students (₦20,000 penalty).
- Tuesday, 18th November: Registration begins for fresh students.
- Wednesday, 26th November: 144th Senate Meeting.
December 2025
- Tuesday, 9th December: University-wide quiz for returning students.
- Friday, 19th December: Christmas carols and productivity bonus; holiday begins for all students.
January 2026
- Friday, 2nd January: End of Christmas/New Year break.
- Saturday, 3rd January: Students return to campus.
- Tuesday, 6th January: Lectures resume.
- Friday, 30th January: Registration closes for fresh students.
February 2026
- Tuesday, 3rd February: Late registration for fresh students begins (₦20,000 penalty).
- Friday, 6th February: Revision week for returning students.
- Friday, 13th February: Matriculation ceremony for fresh students.
- Tuesday, 17th February: Orientation programme for new students.
- Thursday, 19th February: University-wide quiz for new students.
- Tuesday, 24th February: First semester exams begin for returning students.
- Wednesday, 25th February: 145th Senate Meeting.
March 2026
- Friday, 13th March: Exams end for returning students; two-week break begins.
- Tuesday, 17th March: Exams begin for fresh students.
- Wednesday, 25th March: 146th Senate Meeting.
- Tuesday, 31st March: Exams end for fresh students.
April 2026
- Friday, 3rd April: Good Friday (Public Holiday).
- Sunday, 5th April: Easter Sunday.
- Monday, 6th April: Easter Monday (Public Holiday).
- Wednesday, 8th April: Students return to campus.
- Thursday, 9th April: Second semester lectures begin.
May 2026
- Friday, 1st May: Workers’ Day (Public Holiday).
- Tuesday, 5th – Friday, 8th May: Students Union Week.
- Tuesday, 12th May: University-wide quiz for returning students.
- Wednesday, 27th May: 148th Senate Meeting.
June 2026
- Friday, 12th June: Democracy Day (Public Holiday).
- Wednesday, 27th June: 149th Senate Meeting.
July 2026
- Friday, 17th July: Lectures end for returning students.
- Monday, 20th – Friday, 24th July: Revision week.
- Tuesday, 28th July: Second semester exams begin for old students.
- Wednesday, 29th July: 150th Senate Meeting.
August 2026
- Friday, 14th August: Exams end for old students.
- Tuesday, 18th August: Exams begin for new students.
- Wednesday, 27th August: 151st Senate Meeting.
- Saturday, 29th August: Exams end for fresh students.
September 2026
- Tuesday, 1st September: A & PC for Academic Staff.
- Wednesday, 2nd September: A & PC for Senior Administrative and Technical Staff.
- Thursday, 3rd September: A & PC for Junior (Non-Teaching) Staff.
October 2026
- Tuesday, 7th October: Old students resume for the 2026/2027 session.
- Tuesday, 14th October: Lectures begin for returning students.
Final Note
The COOU 2025/2026 academic calendar provides a well-structured roadmap for the new session, ensuring every student stays informed about key dates.
All students are strongly advised to adhere strictly to the timeline, complete their registrations early, attend lectures regularly, and prepare ahead for assessments and examinations.
Following this schedule will help guarantee a smooth and productive academic session across all campuses of the university.
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