The UMYU Academic Calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session provides a comprehensive schedule of academic activities for both newly admitted and returning students of Umaru Musa Yar'adua University (UMYU).
It identifies important dates for registration, lectures, examinations, semester breaks, matriculation, orientation programmes, and other important events that will take place during the academic year.
Continue reading to see the complete UMYU Academic Calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session.
UMYU First Semester Academic Calendar
The first semester of the 2025/2026 academic session is dedicated to the admission and integration of fresh students while ensuring returning students resume academic activities smoothly.
During this period, the university conducts registration, orientation, lectures, and other statutory academic programmes before the commencement of examinations.
Registration and Orientation Timelines
Fresh students are required to report to campus ahead of returning students to complete screening, document verification, and other admission formalities before academic activities begin.
Activities and Events | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
Arrival of Fresh Students | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | Sunday, October 19, 2025 |
Normal Registration for Fresh Students | Monday, October 20, 2025 | Friday, October 24, 2025 |
Orientation Programme for Fresh Students | Monday, October 27, 2025 | Friday, October 31, 2025 |
Arrival of Returning Students | Sunday, November 2, 2025 | Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
Course Registration for Returning Students | Monday, November 3, 2025 | Friday, November 28, 2025 |
Late Registration Period (With Penalty) | Monday, December 1, 2025 | Friday, December 5, 2025 |
Lecture and Examination Schedule
Academic lectures for the first semester begin shortly after registration and continue through the semester, with a short Christmas and New Year break before classes resume for the remaining weeks.
Commencement of Lectures: Monday, November 3, 2025.
Christmas and New Year Break: Friday, December 19, 2025, to Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Resumption of Lectures: Monday, January 5, 2026.
Matriculation Ceremony: Friday, January 30, 2026.
End of First Semester Lectures: Friday, February 13, 2026.
Revision and Lecture Free Week: Monday, February 16, 2026, to Friday, February 20, 2026.
First Semester Examinations: Late February 2026 through March 2026.
UMYU Second Semester Academic Calendar
After the completion of the first semester examinations and the inter semester break, students resume the second semester.
This phase focuses on lectures, continuous assessments, project work where applicable, and the final examinations that conclude the academic session.
Detailed Second Semester Breakdown
The second semester follows a structured schedule consisting of lecture periods, assessment exercises, and the final examination timetable across the university.
Activity / Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
Second Semester Lectures Begin | Early April 2026 | Thursday, July 24, 2026 |
Mid Semester Assessments | Ongoing | Tuesday, March 10, 2026 |
Lecture Free Week (GST Exams) | Monday, July 27, 2026 | Friday, July 31, 2026 |
Undergraduate Final Examinations | Monday, August 3, 2026 | Saturday, August 22, 2026 |
Faculty of Education Core Exams | Monday, August 24, 2026 | Saturday, August 29, 2026 |
Official End of 2025/2026 Session | Saturday, August 29, 2026 | Saturday, August 29, 2026 |
Important Note: Undergraduate examinations are scheduled to run for three weeks across all faculties. Afterwards, the Faculty of Education conducts an additional week of specific faculty examinations before the academic session officially comes to an end.
What Happens If the Academic Calendar Changes?
From time to time, universities may adjust their academic calendars due to unforeseen events such as public holidays, industrial actions, accreditation exercises, or administrative directives.
Whenever such changes are approved, UMYU communicates the revised timetable through its official channels.
Students are therefore encouraged to stay informed by regularly checking university announcements throughout the academic session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the UMYU academic calendar apply to both fresh and returning students?
A: Yes. The undergraduate academic calendar is designed for both newly admitted and returning students. However, activities such as orientation and initial registration are specifically scheduled for fresh students.
Q: Where can I access the official UMYU academic calendar?
A: The approved academic calendar is available through the official UMYU website, the student portal, and official university notices.
Q: What documents are required for the UMYU Post UTME screening?
A: Applicants are typically required to provide their JAMB result slip, O-Level result(s), JAMB registration number, recent passport photograph, and direct entry qualifications where applicable. Additional documents may also be requested during the screening process.
Q: Does the academic calendar cover result processing and Senate meetings?
A: Yes. It outlines important timelines for examination marking, departmental and faculty board meetings, result processing, and Senate approval of examination results.
Q: Is the UMYU cut off mark the same for all courses?
A: No. While the general minimum UTME score is 150, competitive courses and programmes have higher departmental cut off marks.
Q: What happens if I miss an important deadline on the academic calendar?
A: Missing important dates may lead to penalties such as late registration fees, inability to register courses, or other academic consequences.
Q: Can I change my course after gaining admission to UMYU?
A: Yes. UMYU allows eligible students to apply for a change of course in accordance with the university's admission guidelines and subject to available spaces.
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