The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs with flexible entry requirements.
NOUN does not have a fixed cut-off mark, as admission is based on a minimum of 5 credits in O’Level results, including English and Mathematics, and a minimum of 160 points in JAMB UTME for undergraduate programs.
However, some programs like Law, Nursing, and Public Health have additional requirements, such as a minimum of 180 points in JAMB UTME and a post-UTME screening test.
Meeting these requirements guarantees admission into NOUN’s various programs, which are designed to provide flexible and accessible education for all.
NOUN List of Courses
NOUN courses are special because they offer you flexible and accessible education, regardless of your location or time constraint.
As an open and distance learning institution, NOUN provides a unique opportunity for you to learn at your own pace, anytime and anywhere.
The university’s courses are designed to be self-paced, with online materials and support available 24/7, making it ideal for you whether you’re a working professional, stay-at-home parent, or an individual with other commitments.
Additionally, NOUN’s courses are highly affordable and have a wide range of programs, from undergraduate to postgraduate degrees, including professional certifications and short courses, making it a popular choice for many Nigerians.
- Agricultural Science and Education
- Business Education
- Communications Technology
- Computer Science
- Conflict And Peace Resolution
- Criminology And Security Studies
- Early Childhood Education
- Education and Biology
- Education and Chemistry
- Education and English Language
- Education and French
- Education and Integrated Science
- Education and Mathematics
- Education and Physics
- English Language
- French and International Relations
- Islamic Studies
- Law
- Mass Communication
- Mathematics
- Mathematics with Computer Science
- Nursing / Nursing Science
- Peace and Development Studies
- Primary Education Studies
- Public Administration
- Public Health
- Shipping And Maritime Technology
- Teacher Education Science
- Tourism Studies
- Tourism Studies
- Cooperative Management
- Data Management
- Public Health Science
- Entrepreneurship and Business Management
- Agricultural Extension and Management
- Christian Theology
- Hotel and Catering Management
- Environmental Science Resource Management
- Faculty of Agriculture (FAG)
- Faculty of Arts (FA)
- Faculty of Education (FED)
- Faculty of Engineering (FENG)
- Faculty of Law (FAL)
- Faculty of Management Sciences (FMS)
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences (FNAS)
- Faculty of Social Sciences (FSS)
- Faculty of Sciences (FSCI) uncertain
- Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS)
The school fees for NOUN range from ₦32,000 to ₦60,000.
Undergraduate Fees
Returning Students:
- Semester Registration Fee: ₦6,000
- Library Fee: ₦3,000
- ICT Administration Charge: ₦5,000
- E-Facilitation: ₦4,000
- Course Registration (per credit unit): ₦2,000 – ₦3,000
- Examination Registration (per course): ₦1,500
New Students:
- Semester Registration Fee: ₦7,500
- Caution Deposit: ₦5,000
- Orientation Fee: ₦3,000
- Matriculation Fee: ₦2,500
- I.D. Card: ₦1,000
- Library Fee: ₦4,000
- ICT Administration Charge: ₦7,500
- E-Facilitation: ₦7,500
- JAMB Regularization: ₦7,500
- Result Verification: ₦10,000
Postgraduate Fees
New Students:
- Semester Registration Fee: ₦10,000
- Caution Deposit: ₦7,000
- Orientation Fee: ₦5,000
- Matriculation Fee: ₦3,000
- I.D. Card: ₦1,000
- Library Fee: ₦5,000
- ICT Administration Charge: ₦7,500
- E-Facilitation: ₦7,500
- Result Verification: ₦10,000
- Student Transcript Verification: ₦5,000
Returning Students:
- Semester Registration Fee: ₦10,000
- Library Fee: ₦5,000
- ICT Administration Charge: ₦7,500
- E-Facilitation: ₦7,500
- Course Registration (per credit unit): ₦4,000 – ₦5,000
- Examination Registration (per course): ₦3,000
Additional Fees:
- Teaching Practice and SIWES Fees (for relevant Faculties): ₦12,000
- Practicum/Clinical Attachment (undergraduate): ₦15,000
- Research Seminar and Project Registration Fees (varies by program): ₦25,000 – ₦50,000
What to Know About Getting Admitted into NOUN
Meet the basic requirements: Have 5 credits in O’Level results (including English and Maths) and score 160 in JAMB (for undergraduate programs)
Choose your program wisely: Select a program that aligns with your interests and career goals. Meet the specific requirements for your chosen program
Gather required documents: Get your O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) and JAMB result. You also need your birth certificate or age declaration and passport photographs.
Register and fill the application form: Create an account on the NOUN website (nou.edu.ng). Fill the application form accurately and thoroughly. Upload required documents
Pay the application fee and submit: Pay the non-refundable application fee (currently ₦5,000) and submit your application and wait for admission updates.
Congratulations on your admission into National Open University of Nigeria.
