Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, Ekiti State, is pleased to announce the official release of the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. This calendar outlines the key dates and activities for both the Harmattan (First) and Rain (Second) Semesters, providing a structured framework for academic pursuits, innovation, and personal growth.
This calendar is meticulously designed to optimize learning while incorporating national holidays and mid-semester assessments. All students are expected to adhere to these timelines, ensuring a well-organized and productive academic year.
Pillar I: Harmattan Semester – Setting the Academic Foundation
The Harmattan Semester serves as the crucial starting point of the academic year. It emphasizes the integration of new students and the re-establishment of academic standards for returning students.
Resumption and Orientation Schedule
The academic session begins in November 2025, with a carefully planned resumption schedule to facilitate smooth administrative processes:
* Fresh Students:
* Arrival: Sunday, November 23, 2025
* Screening and Registration: Monday, November 24, to Friday, November 28, 2025
* Lectures Begin: Monday, December 1, 2025
* Returning Students:
* Arrival: Sunday, December 7, 2025
Registration and Financial Obligations
Venite University enforces a strict registration schedule to ensure all students are fully registered before the commencement of intensive academic activities.
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Standard Registration (Returning Students): Monday, December 8, 2025.
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Late Registration (With Penalty): Begins Monday, December 15, 2025, and concludes Friday, December 19, 2025.
Instructional Continuity and Evaluation
The semester is structured to provide 13 weeks of lectures, interrupted only by the Christmas and New Year break.
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Christmas/New Year Break: Saturday, December 20, 2025, to Sunday, January 4, 2026.
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Resumption of All Students: Monday, January 5, 2026.
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Mid-Semester Test: Monday, February 9, to Friday, February 13, 2026.
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Matriculation Ceremony: Thursday, March 5, 2026.
The Examination Cycle
The Harmattan Semester concludes with a rigorous two-week examination period:
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End of Lectures: Friday, March 13, 2026.
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Revision Week: Monday, March 16, to Friday, March 20, 2026.
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First Semester Examinations: Monday, March 23, to Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
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First Semester Break: Commences Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Pillar II: Rain Semester – Deepening Knowledge and Final Assessments
The Rain Semester is designed for students to delve into more advanced studies, explore entrepreneurial opportunities, and complete the final evaluations of the academic year.
Semester Commencement
Following the Easter break, the second semester commences with a renewed focus on academic objectives:
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Student Arrival: Sunday, April 12, 2026.
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Lectures and Registration: Commencing Monday, April 13, 2026.
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Standard Registration Window: Monday, April 13, to Friday, April 17, 2026.
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Late Registration (With Penalty): Monday, April 20, to Friday, April 24, 2026.
Special Institutional Events
The Rain Semester at Venite University is punctuated by significant institutional and national observations:
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Entrepreneurship/SPRF Week: Monday, May 11, to Thursday, May 14, 2026.
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Founder’s Day: Friday, May 15, 2026.
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Democracy Day Observation: Friday, June 12, 2026.
The Final Summative Assessment
The session reaches its academic climax in July:
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Mid-Semester Test: Monday, June 15, to Saturday, June 20, 2026.
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End of Lectures: Friday, July 10, 2026.
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Revision Week: Monday, July 13, to Friday, July 17, 2026.
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Second Semester Examination: Monday, July 20, to Friday, July 31, 2026
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Second Semester Break: Begins Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Semester Breakdown Summary
Both semesters follow a standardized 16-week model to ensure academic integrity and comprehensive coverage of the curricula:
| Activity | Duration |
| Lectures |
13 Weeks
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| Revision |
1 Week
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| Examinations |
2 Weeks
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| Total |
16 Weeks
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University Regulations and Student Responsibilities
In accordance with the University Senate’s approval, Venite University Management issues this directive to ensure all students are fully informed and compliant with the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. This calendar is fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence.
Key points for student compliance include:
* Registration Deadlines: Students must complete registration within the specified periods to avoid financial penalties. The deadlines are December 12 for the Harmattan semester and April 17 for the Rain semester.
* Attendance Policy: Consistent attendance throughout the 13-week lecture periods is compulsory. This is a prerequisite for eligibility to participate in examinations.
* Holiday Schedule: The university will observe all national holidays, including Eid-el-Fitr (March 20, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026), Easter Monday (April 6, 2026), and Worker’s Day (May 1, 2026).
The university expects all students to adhere strictly to these guidelines, treating this document as their primary reference for the academic year. By doing so, students contribute to maintaining Venite University’s prestigious, world-class standing.
