KWASU Releases 2025/2026 Academic Calendar for Harmattan and Rain Semesters
The Kwara State University (KWASU) has officially unveiled its academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session, giving students, parents, and staff a clear picture of the year ahead. The schedule covers both the Harmattan and Rain semesters, with detailed timelines for registration, lectures, examinations, and breaks.
This announcement is crucial for both freshers and returning students, as it provides a roadmap of academic activities, ensuring no one is left behind when the new session begins.
Harmattan Semester Highlights
The Harmattan semester kicks off in September 2025 and runs into early March 2026, packed with academic and administrative activities.
- Monday, 29th September – Saturday, 18th October 2025: Online registration and orientation begin.
- Sunday, 19th October 2025: Registration ends for returning students.
- Monday, 20th October 2025: Lectures officially commence.
- Friday, 31st October 2025: Registration closes for new students.
- Thursday, 4th December 2025: Matriculation ceremony for new undergraduates.
- Monday, 15th – Saturday, 20th December 2025: Continuous assessment week.
- Monday, 22nd – Tuesday, 23rd December 2025: Mid-semester break.
- Saturday, 10th January 2026: End of lectures.
- Monday, 12th – Saturday, 17th January 2026: Revision week.
- Monday, 19th January – Saturday, 14th February 2026: Examinations.
- Thursday, 12th March 2026: Senate approval and release of results.
The semester is tight, with little downtime, ensuring students remain fully engaged.
Rain Semester Highlights
The Rain semester begins almost immediately after the Harmattan semester, running from March to August 2026.
- Monday, 16th – Monday, 30th March 2026: Add or drop of courses.
- Monday, 23rd March 2026: Lectures begin.
- Thursday, 14th – Friday, 15th May 2026: Mid-semester break.
- Monday, 18th – Saturday, 23rd May 2026: Continuous assessment and make-up tests.
- Saturday, 13th June 2026: Lectures end.
- Monday, 15th – Saturday, 20th June 2026: Revision week.
- Monday, 22nd June – Saturday, 18th July 2026: Examinations.
- Thursday, 20th August 2026: Senate approval and release of results.
Final Note
The KWASU academic calendar is more than just a list of dates – it sets the rhythm for the entire 2025/2026 session. Students are advised to plan ahead, keep deadlines in view, and stay consistent, while staff will ensure the smooth running of all academic activities.
Missing a deadline could mean setbacks, so it’s best to bookmark or print out the calendar for quick reference.
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