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don't know what university to choose? There are many higher education institutions in Nigeria, and there are many criteria to choose a university. Location, fees, courses, academic staff, prestige value of the university, etc are some of the criteria. Some universities are rather cheap, some have really fair fees while some are pretty expensive. We have created a list of federal universities and private universities in Nigeria and their school fees in 2018-2019.


Please note that the full school fees depend on many issues, so the figures here are estimation. Also, we must mention that new students pay more than returning students.

Nigerian federal universities and their fees


ABU - Ahmadu Bello University

This educational institution has many graduate and post-graduate programs and proved itself as a research university.

Location and year established: Zaria, Kaduna State, 1962
Average school fees: N25,500 - N44,500

Wellspring University

This private educational institution is officially accredited by NUC.

Location and year established: Benin City, Edo State, 2009
Average school fees: N155,000 - N287,500
UI - University of Ibadan

Very popular and reputable Nigerian higher educational institutions

Location and year established: Ibadan, Oyo State, 1948
Average school fees: N19,750 - N70,000
UNIABUJA - Abuja University, Gwagwalada

Location and year established: Abuja State, 1988
Average school fees: N20,000 - N35,500
Edo University, Iyamho

Location and year established: Edo State, 1962
Average school fees: N200,000 - N1,720,000
FUNAAB - Federal University of Agriculture

Location and year of establishment: Ogun State, Abeokuta, 1988
Average school fees: N30,750 - N72,750
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Novena University Ogume

It is a private educational institution, accredited by NUC

Location and year: Amai, Delta State, 2005
Novena University school fees: N519,000 - N629,000
BUK - Bayero University, Kano

Location and year: Kano State, 1977
Average school fees: N90,000 - N194,000
Rhema University, Aba

This is a Private accredited Christian university.

Location and year founded: Aba, Abia State, 2009
Average school fees: N432,000 - N464,000
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UNICAL - University of Calabar

Location and year established: Calabar, Cross River State, 1975
Average school fees: N30,500 - N42,750
UDUSOK - Usman Danfodio University

Location and year established: Sokoto, 1975
Average school fees: N96,000 - N220,000
UNIBEN - University of Benin

Location and year established: Benin City, Edo State, 1970
Average school fees: N50,000 - N70,000 (You also will have to pay an acceptance fee amounting to N60,000)
FUTO - Federal University of Technology

Location and year established: Owerri, Imo State, 1980
Average school fees: N39,300 - N61,340
NOUN - National Open University of Nigeria

Location and year: Victoria Island, 1983
Average school fees: N32,550 - N41,000
FUTA - Federal University of Technology, Akure

Information: The educational institution produces graduates with technological knowledge. It is well-known as the eighth best university in Nigeria.
Location and year of foundation: Akure, Ondo State, 1981
Average school fees: N13,400 - N51,100
UNILAG - University of Lagos

Is well-known as federal government university, which has a good research reputation.

Location and year :established Lagos State, 1962
Average school fees: N14,500 - N63,500
We hope our post was useful and provided you with the information you searching for. As you may notice, everybody can find a higher educational institution for their wallet, educational program and taste.

Nigerian federal universities differ in proposed educational programs, facilities and school fees, of course. Keep in mind that you also will more likely pay also other university fees: accommodation, transfer, late registration, etc. Good luck and be ready for the bright future of a successful student.



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