Covenant University values modest and proper attire. To them, dressing enhances a person's personality, confidence, and self worth, and their reality is, "The way you dress is the way you are addressed."Â
The dress code is one of the distinct features of Covenant University's culture that students must adopt to enjoy their academic pursuits.
Below, we have written in detail the dress code expected from all students by Covenant University and outlined the penalties if one violates it, so keep reading to know them.
Covenant University Dress Code for Female Students
The following are the dress codes female students should follow at Covenant University.
Female students must wear business attire during regular course lectures, public lectures, special ceremonies, matriculation, Founder's Day, convocation, and exams. Casual attire is not permitted at university assemblies.
Dress and skirt hems must be at least 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) below the knees.
Outside of lecture and examination halls, female students may dress appropriately in "native" or foreign apparel.
Wearing sleeveless native attire, especially baby sleeves and spaghetti straps without a jacket, is completely prohibited in lecture halls and throughout the university.
Any shirt paired with a waistcoat or armless sweater should be correctly tucked into the skirt or loose trousers. The waistcoat or armless jumper must lie on the hip. "Bust coats" ending just below the bust line are not permitted. Frilly shirts are allowed.
Jersey material shirts are not permitted in standard lectures or other university gatherings.
Skirts might be straight, flared, or pleated. Pencil skirts and skirts with irregular edges are not permitted. Lacy skirts are better suited to church. None should be tight or body hugging.
Dropping shawls or scarves over dresses or dresses with very tiny singlet-like straps (spaghetti straps) is completely prohibited in chapel services, lecture and examination halls, and throughout the university environment.
Strapless blouses or short blouses that do not cover the hip area are completely prohibited in lecture and examination halls, as well as throughout the university environment.
Over clinging clothing, including body embraces, as well as clothing made of stretchy or elastic materials such as condoms, bandage skirts, leggings, and jeggings, is completely forbidden in lecture and examination rooms and throughout the university environment.
Wearing revealing blouses, particularly low cut blouses and those that do not dip below the hip line, is completely prohibited in lecture and examination halls, as well as in the university environment. The wearing of standard transparent garments is completely prohibited in the lecture and examination rooms.
Face caps are completely prohibited in lecture rooms, examination halls, the University Chapel, and throughout the university environment.
Bathroom slippers are not permitted in academic institutions, libraries and chapels.
Female students are advised to wear appropriate corporate hairstyles. Coloured attachments that differ from the student's hair are strictly prohibited at the university.
Female students may wear trouser suits, but the jacket must be below the hip line.
Female students may wear earrings and necklaces as long as they are not fraudulent or dropped. Wearing more than one earring in each ear is completely prohibited throughout the university. In addition, nail painting and the attachment of fake long nails are prohibited both within and outside the university.
It is not permitted to wear ankle chains or toe rings at university.
The ownership and wearing of jeans or denim-like materials of any type is completely prohibited at the university.
Female students are expected to wear professional shoes during lectures and university assemblies.
Sports shoes or trainers are only permitted outside the Chapel, lecture and examination halls.
Piercing any part of the body except the ear (for earrings) is strictly prohibited. Any other piercings done before admission to the university must be declared during the first registration in the first year.
Tattooing on any area of the body is prohibited. Any tattoos done before admission to the university must be declared during the first registration in the first year.
Skirt slits should not be excessively long, and no part of the body should be exposed from the knees up.
It is definitely banned to wear short trousers, tights, or other similar clothing in lecture rooms, chapel services, and examination halls.
Wearing boob tubes and camisoles under coats should be done correctly. No area of the chest should be visible.
Wearing tops, shirts, or T-shirts containing indecent inscriptions or other forms of indecent language is not permitted anywhere on Covenant University or Canaanland.
Covenant University Dress Code for Male Students
Male students are expected to dress professionally in lecture halls, exam rooms, and university gatherings. To be corporately dressed means to wear a shirt and necktie, pants with or without a jacket, and covered shoes with socks. The tie knot must be brought up to the top button on the formal shirt.
On national holidays such as Independence Day, the national dress code may be followed. Any shirt bearing indecent inscriptions or any indication with a concealed meaning is strictly prohibited.
Bandless trousers should never be worn without braces. Singlets and shorts above the knee are not permitted.
No male student is permitted to wear jumpy trousers, i.e. trousers above the ankle, at the university.
Folding, holding, and pocketing one's tie on the road, in lecture halls, at university assemblies, and elsewhere are completely prohibited in the university.
Wearing a tie with canvas is not permitted in university settings. Jerry curls and processed hair are strictly prohibited.
Outside of lectures and examination halls, male students may wear "native" or traditional dress, particularly on weekends.
No male students are permitted to wear scarves, braided hair, earrings, or ankle chains at the university.
Wearing long sleeved shirts without buttoning the sleeves is not permitted.
Shirt collars should not be left fluttering, and collarless shirts are not permitted.
Shirts must be correctly tucked into their pants.
Pulling one's pants down to the hip line (sagging) is banned.
Students should keep their hair short and groomed regularly. Afro looking or bushy hairstyles are definitely prohibited. Male students are likewise expected to be clean shaven, as beards are prohibited. Additionally, the usage of clippers should be limited to the barbershop.
The possession and wearing of corduroy, chinos, jeans, or jeans-like fabrics of any kind is strictly prohibited in the university setting.
Slippers, short knickers, and tight pants are strictly prohibited outside the Halls of Residence.
Face caps are strictly prohibited in lecture halls, examination halls, and the University Chapel, with the exception of sports and related events.
Piercing of any part of the body is strictly banned. Any piercing done before entrance to the university must be declared during first year registration; otherwise, appropriate punishments will be imposed.
Tattooing any area of the body is prohibited. Any tattoos obtained before entrance to the university must be declared at first year registration.
Male students are not permitted to wear necklaces, bracelets, finger and toe rings, or ankle chains.
Slippers and athletic shoes, tennis shoes, sneakers, or canvas shoes are not permitted in lecture and exam rooms.
Students are encouraged to avoid cutting worldly hairstyles such as Richo, all back, and punk. All male students are also expected to be clean shaven, as keeping beards is prohibited. In addition, the use of clippers should be limited to the barbershop.
Slashing eyes, wearing earrings, and putting chains on legs are completely prohibited on and off campus.
Penalty for Violating the Dress Code
If any student violates the dress codes outlined above, the following punishments will be given.
Defaulting students will be escorted out of the lecture room, examination halls, or academic areas where such behaviour is prohibited at the moment.
A warning letter will be issued to the defaulting student, and a copy will be kept in his or her personnel file at the university/department.
The parents/guardians of the defaulting student may be informed in writing, accordingly.
If the student does not repent, he or she will be suspended from the university. A student is considered unrepentant for bad dressing if he or she has been warned at least twice.
Repeated cases after two warnings or three (3) weeks' suspension will result in a one session suspension or expulsion, as applicable.
Although the rules are lengthy, they are very important for you to have a stress free academic year. So keep them in mind as you resume for the session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Covenant University not allow phones?
A: Students are not allowed to use mobile phones or SIM enabled devices on campus
Q: How much is a hostel at Covenant University?
A: The Covenant University hostel fee is N185,000 per session
Q: Is the Covenant Post UTME form out?
A: Yes. Visit the Covenant University Post UTME screening form to find out more about the form.
Q: Does Covenant College have a curfew?
A: Students are encouraged to be in their residence hall by 12 am (Sunday through Thursday) or by 1 am (Friday and Saturday).
Q: What is Covenant University cut off mark?
A: Covenant University cut off mark is 180.
Q: Has Covenant University started giving admission in 2025/2026?
A: Yes, Covenant University has already started its admission process for the 2025/2026 academic session.
