The management of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpomo, on the 28th of January 2026, during a meeting, marked out the resumption date for the 2025/2026 academic session. As released, Sunday, the 8th of February is the official date for fresh students' resumption, and Thursday, 12th of February is the date set out for returning students.
The academic calendar for the session is already set; students must comply with these marked out dates so they can keep up with all academic events and activities for the session.
Important Dates in AAU Academic Calendar 2025/2026 Session
First Semester:
DATES | EVENTS |
|---|---|
Sunday, February 8, 2026 | New Students Resumption/Arrival |
Thursday, February 12, 2026 | Returning Students Resumption |
Friday, February 13, 2026 | Lectures Begin / Normal Registration |
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | Matriculation Ceremony |
Thursday, February 26, 2026 | End of Normal Course Registration |
Monday, March 16, 2026 | Late Registration Ends |
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | Continuous Assessment (CA) Begins |
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | First Semester Lectures End |
Monday, April 27, 2026 | First Semester Examinations Begin |
Saturday, May 30, 2026 | First Semester Examinations End |
Second Semester:
DATES | EVENTS |
|---|---|
Sunday, June 7, 2026 | Resumption (All Students) |
Monday, June 8, 2026 | Lectures & Registration Begin |
Monday, June 22, 2026 | Late Registration Deadline |
Monday, July 13, 2026 | Continuous Assessment Begins |
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | Second Semester Lectures End |
Friday, August 21, 2026 | Final Examinations Begin |
Saturday, September 26, 2026 | Final Examinations End |
Friday, November 13, 2026 | End of Academic Session |
How to Complete AAU Course Registration Online
Visit aaue.waeup.org
Select the study course from the “My Data” tab at the top of the page
Click on the “Add course list” button
Click on the “Create course list now” button
Click on the “Edit course list” button to edit courses
You can edit courses until you have registered all your courses for the session
Then click on the “Register course list” button to submit your courses
Download and print your course registration slip, which you are to submit to your course adviser
Important Documents for AAU Registrations
Freshmen:
JAMB Admission Letter: The original "Institutional Copy" printed in colour from the JAMB portal.
AAU Digital Admission Letter: Downloaded from your Kofa student profile.
O'level Result(s): Original certificates or verified statements of results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB).
Acceptance Fee Receipt: Printed from the university portal after payment.
School Fees Receipt: The university receipt for the full or first instalment payment.
Online Clearance/Eligibility Form: Printed once your online data verification is successful.
Matriculation Number Slip: Generated online after fees are confirmed.
Letter of Recommendation/Testimonial: From the Principal of your last secondary school.
Letter of Reference: From a person of reputable standing (e.g., Clergy, Lawyer, or Senior Civil Servant) vouching for your character.
Sworn Affidavit of Good Conduct: This must be downloaded from the portal, filled out, and sworn to at a High Court.
Birth Certificate or a valid Statutory Declaration of Age.
Certificate of Local Government Origin.
Passport Photographs: Usually 8 to 12 copies with a red or white background.
Returning Students:
Course Registration Form: Printed in triplicate after selecting courses on the portal.
Session School Fees Receipt: Obtained from the Faculty Accountant after portal payment.
Previous Session’s Result: Some departments require a printout of your CGPA to confirm eligibility for certain courses.
ID Card Renewal: If your current student ID has expired.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When is the official resumption date for the 2025/2026 session?
A. New students (freshmen) resumed on February 8, 2026, and returning students resumed on February 12, 2026.
Q. Has the 2025/2026 academic calendar been adjusted?
A. Yes, the Senate approved an adjusted calendar during its 331st meeting in late January 2026 to accommodate the delayed start.
Q. When do First Semester lectures officially begin?
A. Lectures for the 2025/2026 session commenced on February 13, 2026, immediately following students' return.
Q. When will the First Semester examinations start?
A. Examinations are scheduled to begin on April 27, 2026, starting with GST and ENT courses.
Q. Is there a period for late registration?
A. Yes, late registration began on February 27, 2026, and ended on March 16, 2026.
Q. Do I need to pay a penalty for late registration?
A. Yes, late registration usually attracts an additional fee, and failure to register can lead to your data not appearing on the examination list.
Q. Will there be any other breaks during the session?
A. Aside from the one week break between semesters (May 31 June 6), the calendar does not currently account for any prolonged holidays.
Q. When does the Second Semester begin?
A. Students are expected back on campus for the Second Semester on June 7, 2026.
