Enrolment Trends in Colleges of Education in Delta State: A Case Study of College of Education Warri

ABSTRACT: The study dwelt on enrolment trends in Colleges of Education in Delta State, Nigeria with particular reference to College of Education, Warri. Enrolment of students were obtained for ten years in the approved course areas namely- School of Science, School of vocational studies, School of Arts & Social science, School of Basic Education (Early Childhood) and School of Languages. The study revealed a dwindling of enrolment in College of Education Warri. It was found that female students enrolled more in College of Education Warri and school wise, Early Childhood and Sciences are the least enrolled. Based on the finding, planning strategies were recommended such as- publicity should be made on the various courses offered in the college, encouragement be given to both genders to enroll in the various courses in terms of scholarship should be granted to students to study in areas lagging behind in enrolment. Good management practices like early release of result of graduates was also recommended.