. O. E. OSAGIOBARE

The study investigated the influence of coronavirus on students’ academics in the University of Benin, Benin City. The descriptive survey research design was used for the research work. To guide this study, four research questions were raised. A questionnaire was designed and used for data collection. The population of the study comprised of all students in the University of Benin, Benin City. A sample size of one hundred (100) students was drawn using the simple random sampling technique from five (5) differentfaculties in the University. The data retrieved from respondents were analyzed by the use of a computer software statistical tool (SPSS). Results after analysis were presented on tables using Percentages, Frequency, Mean and Standard Deviation. The study revealed that the government never made any conscious effort to assist undergraduates during the pandemic. Also, findings from analysis showed that some students self-sponsored themselves from vocational jobs they got during the pandemic. The researcher therefore recommended that the government should try as much as possible to render support to undergraduate students during national threats and pandemics. Also, it was recommended that distance learning channels should be created and utilized in all tertiary institutions.