Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) has officially announced its resumption date for the 2025/2026 academic session. For thousands of students waiting at home, bags half packed, this is the news that will finally set your return to campus in motion.
COOU Official Resumption Date 2025/2026 Academic Session
October 7th, 2025, has been set as the official resumption date for all returning students of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University. Newly admitted students are to return to campus on the 4th of January 2026, and will begin lectures on the 7th of January 2026.
As clearly stated on the academic calendar of the university, registration and lectures are to commence immediately after resumption. Students should endeavour to resume on time so as not to miss out on any crucial activity on campus.
Important Dates in COOU Academic Calendar 2025/2026
First Semester:
DATES | EVENTS |
|---|---|
October 6 – 8, 2025 | Resumption and registration for returning students |
December 17, 2025 | Christmas and End of Year break begin |
January 11, 2026 | All students returned to campus to resume lectures |
January 30, 2026 | End of first semester registration for all students |
February 13, 2026 | 27th Matriculation Ceremony |
February 17 – 19, 2026 | General Orientation and Onboarding for Freshers |
March 17, 2026 | First Semester Examinations began for 100L students |
March 27, 2026 | Scheduled end of first semester examinations |
Second Semester:
DATES | EVENTS |
|---|---|
April 9, 2026 | Resumption for Second Semester and commencement of lectures |
May 5 – 8, 2026 | Students’ Union Government (SUG) Week |
May 12, 2026 | University wide quiz for all students |
June 19, 2026 | End of Second Semester lectures for the 2025/2026 session |
June 22 – 26, 2026 | Revision Week |
June 29, 2026 | Second semester examinations begin for all levels |
July 10, 2026 | Expected conclusion of the 2025/2026 academic session exams |
How to Complete COOU Course Registration (Online)
Only students who have completed their school fees payment for the 2025/2026 session will be given access to register.
Visit portal.coou.edu.ng
Enter your Username (usually your JAMB Reg No or Matric Number) and Password
Once logged in, look at the sidebar menu and click on "Course Registration".
Select the Current Session (2025/2026) and the Semester
The portal will display a list of core courses (compulsory) and elective courses for your level.
Check the boxes next to the courses you are required to take.
Ensure the total number of credit units falls within the minimum and maximum limits allowed by the university (usually between 15 and 24 units per semester)
Review your selection carefully; errors can be difficult to correct once submitted.
Click "Submit".
Immediately click "Print Course Form". You will need at least four copies of this printout.
How to Complete COOU Course Registration (Physical)
Students must complete the online registration before proceeding with the physical registration.
Visit your Academic Adviser: Take your printed forms to your department for your adviser to sign.
HOD Approval: After your adviser signs, the Head of Department (HOD) must also sign.
Faculty Officer: Submit a copy to the Faculty Officer to update your physical file.
Personal Copy: Keep one signed copy safely for your own records. You will need this to sit for exams.
Important Documents for COOU Students Documentation
JAMB Admission Letter: The official "Institutional Copy" and "Candidate Copy" printed in colour from the JAMB portal.
COOU Admission Letter: Printed from the school portal after paying the admission status fee.
JAMB Result Slip: The original slip showing your UTME score and passport photograph.
Post UTME Screening Result: The printout showing your aggregate score from the university's internal screening.
O’Level Result(s): Original WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB certificates. If the original certificate isn't out, a computer printed statement of result is usually accepted.
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC): Often required for the basic "Profile" file.
Testimonial: From your secondary school principal.
Acceptance Fee Receipt: The 60,000 Naira Remita receipt.
School Fees Receipt: The official receipt printed from the university's portal for the 2025/2026 session.
Admission Status Fee Receipt: The 1,750 Naira receipt.
Faculty/Departmental Dues Receipts: Paid locally within your campus
Birth Certificate: Or a valid Statutory Declaration of Age from a High Court.
Letter of Identification: From your Local Government Area (LGA) of origin.
Letter of Attestation/Recommendation: Usually two letters, one from a clergyman or traditional ruler, and another from a high ranking civil servant or professional.
Passport Photographs: At least 16 copies with a red or white background.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When did the 2025/2026 session officially resume for old students?
A. Returning students resumed on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
Q. When did the university resume after the 2025 Christmas break?
A. All students were required to return to campus on Saturday, January 3, 2026, with lectures resuming on January 6.
Q. Is there a special resumption date for Direct Entry students?
A. Direct Entry students generally followed the fresher resumption timeline.
Q. When is the official resumption date for the 2025/2026 Second Semester?
A. According to the approved calendar, all students are expected to resume for the second semester on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
Q. How does COOU announce sudden changes to resumption dates?
A. Official changes are communicated via the COOU News Portal or through the Registrar's internal memoranda.
Q. Is there a penalty for resuming late?
A. There is no penalty for late resumption, but you stand a risk of missing out on the university's registration.
Q. When do lectures begin for the second semester?
A. Lectures are scheduled to commence immediately on the day of resumption, Thursday, April 9, 2026.
Q. Is there a final resumption date for late admitted freshers?
A. The university allowed freshers to resume and register until January 30, 2026, after which late fees were applied.
