Complete List of Nigerian Universities and Their 2025 School Fees

First : Overview of Nigerian Universities and Their 2025 School Fees

Nigerian universities differ in structure, funding, and tuition costs, making it essential to understand their fee systems before making a choice. 

Federal universities, funded by the government, generally have the lowest tuition, while state universities set their fees based on regional policies.

Private universities, though more expensive, often provide better facilities and fewer disruptions. 

Beyond tuition, additional costs like acceptance fees, accommodation, and department specific charges influence the overall expense. 

A clear understanding of these variations ensures better financial planning for your academic journey.

Second: Federal Universities and Their 2025 School Fees

Federal universities in Nigeria offer a range of tuition fees for the 2025 academic session, varying by institution and program.Below is a list of federal universities along with their estimated school fees:

• Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU): ₦60,000 – ₦185,000
• Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU): 45,000 
• Alex Ekwueme Federal University, NdufuAlike Ikwo (AEFUNAI): 43,000 – ₦105,000 (depending on course) 
• Bayero University Kano (BUK): 111,300
• David Nweze Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Ebonyi State: 500,000 – ₦1,000,000 (depending on course) 
• Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State: 48,500 – ₦63,500 (depending on course)
• Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO): 55,500 – ₦61,500 (depending on course) 
• Federal University Otuoke (FUOTUOKE): 96,000 – ₦106,000 (depending on course)
• Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE):  ₦80,050 – ₦180,000
• Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA):  ₦60,950 – ₦90,950
• Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA):  ₦52,100 – ₦79,500
• Federal University Lafia (FULAFIA):  ₦45,000 – ₦75,000
• Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB):  ₦52,000 – ₦164,000 (depending on course) 
• Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA):  ₦65,500 – ₦116,840
• Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM):  ₦43,500 – ₦55,500 (depending on course) 
• Federal University, Wukari (FUWUKARI):  ₦94,000 – ₦126,500 (depending on course) 
• Federal University Gashua, Yobe State:  ₦34,200 – ₦75,000
• Federal University DutsinMa, Katsina State:  ₦58,000 –  ₦80,000
• Federal University Kashere, Gombe State:  ₦76,000 –  ₦102,000
• Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State:  ₦70,000 – ₦135,500 (depending on course) 
• Federal University, BirninKebbi:  ₦61,000 – ₦100,000 (depending on course) 
• Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTECH):  ₦65,300 – ₦85,300 (depending on course) 
• Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU):  ₦61,000 – ₦125,500
• Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK):  ₦60,500 – ₦90,500 (depending on course)
• Nigerian Army University, Biu:  ₦107,500 – ₦665,000 (depending on course) 
• Obafemi Awolowo University, IleIfe (OAU):  ₦54,000 – ₦120,000 (depending on course)
• University of Calabar, Calabar (UNICAL): 62,850 
• University of Lagos (UNILAG): 66,000 – ₦100,000 (depending on course) 
• University of Benin (UNIBEN): 160,000 – ₦190,000 (depending on course) 
• University of Uyo (UNIUYO):  ₦80,250 –  ₦107,850
• University of Abuja (UNIABUJA):  ₦80,000 – ₦250,000 (depending on course) 
• University of Jos (UNIJOS):  ₦70,000 –  ₦115,000
• University of Ibadan (UI):  ₦40,000 – ₦85,000 (depending on course) 
• University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN):  ₦71,000 – ₦120,650 (depending on course) 
• University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID): ₦33,000 – ₦100,000
• University of Port Harcourt, Choba (UNIPORT): 92,150 – ₦245,000 (depending on course) 
• University of Ilorin (UNILORIN): ₦70,900 – ₦254,500 (depending on course) 
• Usmanu Dan Fodio University, Sokoto (UDUSOK): ₦40,800 – ₦84,800 (depending on course) 
• National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN):  ₦250,000 – ₦450,000

Please note that these figures are estimates and can vary based on the specific course of study and your stand as a student (Fresher or Returning). 

Tuition fees can also change over time due to institutional policies or economic factors. 

It’s advisable to consult the official website of each university or contact their admissions office for current news and updates.

Third: State Universities and Their 2025 School Fees

State universities in Nigeria set varying school fees depending on the course of study, whether you’re a new or returning student, and sometimes your status as an indigene or non-indigene. 

Below is a breakdown of school fees for selected state universities, with a focus on different courses of study:

Lagos State University (LASU)

• New Students (Indigenes and Non-Indigenes):
  • Courses: Humanities, Science, Social Sciences: ₦113,250 – ₦115,750
  • Engineering, Law, Health Sciences: ₦150,000 – ₦200,000
  • Returning Students:
    • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦65,000 – ₦75,000
    • Engineering, Health Sciences: ₦95,000 – ₦120,000.

Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA)

• New Students:
  • Arts, Social Sciences: ₦80,000
  • Sciences: ₦120,000
  • Law, Engineering, Medical Sciences: ₦150,000 – ₦200,000
• Returning Students:
  • Arts, Social Sciences: ₦60,000
  • Sciences: ₦100,000
  • Law, Engineering, Medical Sciences: ₦130,000.

Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK)

• New Students:
  • Social Sciences, Arts: ₦35,800
  • Sciences, Education: ₦50,000
  • Engineering, Medical Sciences: ₦75,000 – ₦105,000
• Returning Students:
  • Social Sciences, Arts: ₦25,000
  • Sciences, Education: ₦40,000
  • Engineering, Medical Sciences: ₦60,000

Benue State University, Makurdi (BSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦46,200
  • Sciences, Agriculture: ₦65,000
  • Health Sciences: ₦75,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦30,000
  • Sciences, Agriculture: ₦50,000
  • Health Sciences: ₦60,000

Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦64,500
  • Sciences: ₦75,000
  • Law, Engineering, Medical Sciences: ₦100,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦50,000
  • Sciences: ₦65,000
  • Law, Engineering, Medical Sciences: ₦90,000

Sokoto State University (SSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦40,000
  • Sciences, Education: ₦55,000
  • Engineering, Health Sciences: ₦70,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦29,000
  • Sciences, Education: ₦45,000
  • Engineering, Health Sciences: ₦60,000

Bayelsa Medical University (BMU)

• Medical Sciences (MBBS):
  • New Students: ₦2,710,000 (Domestic), $6,000 (International)
• Returning Students:
  • Domestic: ₦2,500,000 – ₦2,700,000
• Other Courses:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦300,000 – ₦600,000
  • Sciences, Education: ₦350,000 – ₦800,000

Kogi State University, Anyigba (KSU)

• New Students:
  • Arts, Social Sciences: ₦76,600
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦80,000
  • Health Sciences: ₦120,000
• Returning Students:
  • Arts, Social Sciences: ₦55,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦75,000
  • Health Sciences: ₦85,000

Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦53,000 (Indigene), ₦73,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦73,000 (Indigene), ₦93,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Medical Sciences: ₦93,000 (Indigene), ₦123,000 (Non-Indigene)
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦45,000 (Indigene), ₦65,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦60,000 (Indigene), ₦85,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Medical Sciences: ₦80,000 (Indigene), ₦100,000 (Non-Indigene)

Edo State University, Uzairue (EDSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦550,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,000,000
  • Medical Sciences (MBBS): ₦2,710,000 (Domestic), $6,000 (International)
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦900,000
  • Medical Sciences: ₦2,500,000

Zamfara State University, Talata-Mafara (ZAMSUT)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦61,800 (Indigene), ₦91,800 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦120,000 (Indigene), ₦150,000 (Non-Indigene)
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦50,000 (Indigene), ₦70,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦100,000 (Indigene), ₦130,000 (Non-Indigene) 

Ogun State University, Ago Iwoye (OSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦45,000 (Indigene), ₦60,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦70,000 (Indigene), ₦90,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦80,000 (Indigene), ₦100,000 (Non-Indigene)
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦35,000 (Indigene), ₦50,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦60,000 (Indigene), ₦80,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦70,000 (Indigene), ₦90,000 (Non-Indigene)

Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦53,000 (Indigene), ₦73,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦80,000 (Indigene), ₦100,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Medical Sciences, Law: ₦95,000 (Indigene), ₦120,000 (Non-Indigene)
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦45,000 (Indigene), ₦65,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦70,000 (Indigene), ₦90,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Medical Sciences, Law: ₦85,000 (Indigene), ₦110,000 (Non-Indigene)

Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti (EKSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦60,000 (Indigene), ₦80,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦90,000 (Indigene), ₦110,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦100,000 (Indigene), ₦130,000 (Non-Indigene)
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦50,000 (Indigene), ₦70,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦75,000 (Indigene), ₦95,000 (Non-Indigene)
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦85,000 (Indigene), ₦115,000 (Non-Indigene)

Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦80,000 – ₦155,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦100,000 –  ₦120,000 
  • Medical Sciences, Law: ₦150,000 –  ₦180,000 
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦65,000 – ₦120,000 
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦75,000 – ₦95,000
  • Medical Sciences, Law: ₦120,000 – ₦150,000 

Osun State University, Osogbo (UNIOSUN)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦80,000 – ₦170,000 
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦300,000 – ₦400,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦900,000 – ₦950,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦70,000 –  ₦130,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦65,000 – ₦185,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦100,000 – ₦200,000

Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦65,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦90,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦110,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦55,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦80,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦100,000

Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦50,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦75,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦90,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦40,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦60,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦80,000

Keep in mind that the figures provided are estimates and can vary based on the course of study and other influences. 

Tuition fees can also fluctuate over time due to policy changes or economic conditions, to ensure accuracy, you are encouraged to verify the information with each university’s website or admissions office for clarity.

Fourth: Private Universities and Their 2025 School Fees

Private universities in Nigeria offer a different range of school fees compared to public institutions, often influenced by the level of facilities, faculty expertise, and the type of programs offered. 

Typically, private universities in Nigeria have higher tuition fees, but they provide unique advantages such as smaller class sizes, modern infrastructures, and better access to resources. 

Here’s a breakdown of the school fees for 2025 across several private universities based on the course of study and whether you are a new or returning student.

Covenant University, Ota (CU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦800,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,200,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,500,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦700,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,000,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,300,000

Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦850,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,100,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,600,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦750,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,000,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,400,000

American University of Nigeria, Yola (AUN)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦1,500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦2,000,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦2,500,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦1,400,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,800,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦2,300,000

Landmark University, Omu-Aran

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦550,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦850,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,200,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦450,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦750,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,000,000

Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos (PAU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦1,200,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,500,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,800,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦1,100,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,300,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,600,000

Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦600,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦900,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,400,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦800,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,200,000

Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo (ACU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦550,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦800,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,100,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦450,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦700,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦950,000

Redeemer’s University, Ede (RUN)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦600,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦900,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,300,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦800,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,100,000

Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦750,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,100,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,500,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦650,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦950,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,300,000

Bowen University, Iwo

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦700,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,000,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,400,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦600,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦900,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,200,000

Lead City University, Ibadan (LCU)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦750,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,000,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦400,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦650,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦900,000

The University of Buckingham, Nigeria

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦1,000,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,500,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦2,000,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦900,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,400,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,800,000

African University of Science and Technology, Abuja (AUST)

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦900,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,300,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,700,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦800,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,200,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,500,000

Skyline University, Kano

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦800,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,200,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦400,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦700,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,000,000

Southwestern University, Okun Owa, Ogun State

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦800,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,200,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦400,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦700,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,000,000

Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦950,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,200,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,500,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦850,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,100,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,400,000

The Nigerian Turkish Nile University, Abuja

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦700,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,000,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,400,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦600,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦900,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,200,000

Salem University, Lokoja

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦600,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦900,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,300,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦800,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,100,000

Mountain Top University, Makogi Oba

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦650,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦1,000,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,400,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦550,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦850,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,200,000

Novena University, Ogume, Delta State

• New Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦600,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦950,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,300,000
• Returning Students:
  • Humanities, Social Sciences: ₦500,000
  • Sciences, Engineering: ₦850,000
  • Health Sciences, Law: ₦1,100,000

Fifth: Factors Influencing School Fees in Nigerian Universities

School fees at Nigerian universities tend to get higher by the day, influenced by factors such as the quality of facilities, technological infrastructure, and international affiliations. Additionally, the fees can vary depending on:

• Type of program: Professional courses such as law, medicine, and engineering often come with higher fees due to the advanced equipment and resources required.
• University reputation: More prestigious private universities may charge higher tuition fees compared to lesser-known ones, reflecting their higher ranking and reputation.
• Student status: New students can incur higher fees compared to returning students due to initial setup costs, like registration and orientation activities.

Sixth: Tips for Managing University Expenses

Managing university expenses effectively requires planning, discipline, and smart financial choices. 

Here are some tips to help you stay on top of your finances while in university:

• Create a budget: Start by mapping out your monthly income and expenses, include tuition, accommodation, food, transport, and other necessities. 
• Cut down on non-essential expenses: Look for areas where you can reduce costs, this can mean limiting entertainment or social activities that are too expensive. 
• Use student discounts: Many vendors, both on and off-campus, offer discounts to students, take advantage of these deals to save on everyday items, transportation, or even entertainment.
• Explore scholarships and grants: Look into available scholarships, grants, and financial aid programs, many institutions, as well as private organizations, offer funding opportunities that could significantly reduce your tuition fees and other costs.
• Buy used books and supplies: Instead of purchasing brand-new textbooks, consider buying used ones or borrowing from the library, you can also share textbooks with classmates to split the cost.
• Work part-time: A part-time job, either on-campus or elsewhere, can provide an additional income stream, just be sure it doesn’t interfere with your studies. Jobs like tutoring, assisting in the library, or working in a café can offer flexibility.
• Cook your own meals: Preparing meals at home can save a considerable amount compared to eating out, plan your meals, buy in bulk, and cook in batches to cut down on food expenses.
• Monitor your bank account: Regularly check your bank account to ensure you’re staying within budget, set alerts for when your balance is low, so you can make adjustments before it’s too late.