The management of Kwara State University (KWASU) has officially released the adjusted academic calendar for the conclusion of the 2025/2026 Harmattan Semester and the full schedule for the upcoming Rain Semester.
This adjustment is aimed at ensuring that all academic activities, including examinations, result processing, and Senate approvals, are properly streamlined for a smooth academic session. Students are therefore advised to carefully follow the approved dates and comply with all academic requirements.
Harmattan Semester 2025/2026
The University has outlined the final phase of the Harmattan Semester, focusing on the completion of examinations and processing of results.
- March 24th – 26th, 2026: Continuation of Harmattan Semester Examinations
- March 30th, 2026: Departmental Consideration of Results
- April 2nd, 2026: Faculty Consideration of Results
- April 8th – 14th, 2026: BCoS Consideration of Results
- April 22nd, 2026: Senate Approval and Official Release of Results
These stages are crucial in ensuring that students’ academic performances are properly reviewed and approved before results are officially released.
Rain Semester 2025/2026
Following the conclusion of the Harmattan Semester, the Rain Semester will commence with a structured schedule designed to maintain academic consistency and efficiency.
- April 6th, 2026: Commencement of Lectures
- April 6th – 20th, 2026: Add/Drop Course Registration Window
- May 28th – 29th, 2026: Mid-Semester Break
- June 1st – 6th, 2026: Continuous Assessment (CA) Week and Make-up Examinations
- June 27th, 2026: End of Lectures
- June 29th – July 4th, 2026: Revision Week
- July 6th – August 1st, 2026: Rain Semester Examinations
Students are expected to actively participate in all academic activities, including lectures, assessments, and examinations, within the specified timeline.
Final Semester Processing and Result Approval
After the Rain Semester examinations, the University will proceed with final grading and graduation clearance processes. The schedule is as follows:
- August 12th, 2026: Departmental Results Consideration
- August 14th, 2026: Faculty Consideration of Results
- August 17th – 22nd, 2026: BCoS Results Consideration
- August 31st, 2026: Senate Approval and Final Release of Results
This phase is essential for ensuring that all results are accurately processed and officially approved before graduation procedures begin.
Important Notice to Students
Students are strongly advised to adhere strictly to the dates provided in the academic calendar. Timely participation in lectures, assessments, and examinations is critical for academic success.
Failure to comply with the schedule may lead to missed academic activities, which could affect overall performance and progression.