Borno State University School fees for the 2022 section
The management of Borno State University has released the school fees scheme for fresh students for the 2022 academic section.
On this page, the school fees for fresh students for both indigenes and non-indigenes are clearly stated including the payment procedure to guide every prospective candidate on the payment of the school fees. Also, the courses offered by the school are listed below.
Borno State University School fees for the 2022 section
| School fees scheme for Fresh students | Fees |
| Indigenes | N53,000.00 per session |
| Non-indigenes | N73,000.00 per session |
The following are the Courses and Programmes offered by the school for fresh students
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Agriculture
- Animal Science
- Agric Economics & Extension
- Agrimony and Soil Science
- Fisheries
- Faculty of Arts & Education
- Languages
- A. English
- B A Literature In English
- Islamic Studies
- Islamic Studies
- Educational Foundation
- Ed Educational Management
- Ed Guidance & Counselling
- Arts & Social Science Education
- A Education/English
- A Education/Islamic Studies
- B A (Ed ) Education/Economic
- Science Education
- Sc. (Ed.) Education/Biology
- Sc. (Ed.) Education/Chemistry
- Sc. (Ed.) Education/Mathematics
- Sc. (Ed.) Education/Physics
- Sc. (Ed.) Education/Computer Science
- Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
- Accounting
- Sc. Accounting
- Business Administration
- Sc. Business Administration
- Economics
- Sc. Economics
- Geography
- Sc. Geography
- Mass Communication
- Sc. Mass Communication
- Political Science
- Sc. Political Science
- Sociology
- Sc. Sociology
- Sc. Criminology and Security Studies
- Sc. Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- Public Administration
- Public Administration
- Faculty of Science
- Physics
- Sc Physics
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Sc. Computer Science
- Sc. Mathematics
- Sc. Statistics
- Chemistry
- Sc. Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Sc. Biochemistry
- Sc. Plant Science and Biotechnology
- Sc. Animal & Environmental Biology
Step by step procedure on Borno State University school fees payment
- First Visit the School Portal @http://www.bosu.edu.ng
- Click on the Student menu and select the MAKE PAYMENT option. You will be redirected to http://portals.bosu.edu.ng/.
- Click on the link “REGISTER NOW” and select ADMISSION
- Enter your Jamb registration number and click the VERIFY button.
- Select the SCHOOL FEE button and click the CONTINUE button.
- Select FULL PAYMENT
- Click on the Print button to print the Pre-Payment Analysis Slip.
- Click on the MAKE PAYMENT button to make a payment using the transact online payment platform. (Note that the amount to be paid includes the School fee, Course Registration fee for General Studies – GSS, as well as Bank Transaction charge)
- Select Pay AT BANK Mode from the payment mode options menu.
- The list of banks supported on the platform appears, click the CONTINUE button to proceed.
- An ACKNOWLEDGMENT SLIP containing your transaction details appears.
- Click on the PRINT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SLIP Button to print the slip.
- With the Acknowledgment slip visit any branch of the banks listed on the platform.
- At the bank, the bank teller uses the Acknowledgment slip to accept the payment in Cash and provides the student with a transact e-payment receipt.
- Visit the Bursary Department to change your e-receipt to the University’s official receipt.
What the school fees figure does and does not cover
The amount quoted above is the main school fee. In Nigerian universities this is rarely the total you pay. Budget for these separately:
- Acceptance fee — a one-off payment made by fresh students to confirm admission, usually before registration and often non-refundable
- Accommodation — hostel fees are charged separately, and off-campus rent is normally higher
- Departmental and faculty levies — these vary considerably between departments
- Medical screening for fresh students
- ID card, library, laboratory and sports levies
- SUG and student association dues
- Textbooks, handouts and practical materials
As a state-owned institution, fees here sit between federal and private levels, and indigenes of the state usually pay less than students from other states.
Fresh students pay more than returning students
Almost every Nigerian university charges fresh students more in their first session, because acceptance fee, medical screening, ID card processing and registration levies all fall in year one. When comparing figures online, check whether the amount quoted is for a fresh or a returning student — they are rarely the same.
Indigene and non-indigene fees
State-owned universities in Nigeria commonly charge different rates for indigenes of the state and students from other states. Non-indigene fees can be substantially higher. If you qualify as an indigene, you will normally need a certificate of state of origin or local government identification to claim the lower rate — obtain this early, as processing takes time.
How to pay your school fees
- Log in to the student portal using your matriculation or application number.
- Generate your invoice for the session. Federal institutions commonly use the Remita platform, which produces a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number.
- Pay through an approved channel — bank branch, internet banking, USSD or card, depending on what your institution accepts.
- Keep your receipt. Print it and save a digital copy. You will need it for registration, and disputes are far harder to resolve without proof of payment.
- Complete course registration once payment reflects on the portal.
Warning: pay only through your institution’s official portal or approved bank channels. Never pay school fees into a personal account, and be sceptical of anyone offering to process fees on your behalf at a discount.
Payment deadlines and late penalties
Most Nigerian universities set a fee payment deadline each semester and charge a late payment penalty after it, with some blocking course registration or examination entry entirely for unpaid students. Check your institution’s academic calendar and do not rely on informal extensions circulating on social media.
Struggling with fees? Funding options for Nigerian students
NELFUND — the Federal Government student loan
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is a Federal Government initiative created to remove financial barriers to higher education. Nigerian students in approved tertiary institutions can apply for support with tuition and, in some cases, upkeep.
Applications are made through the official NELFUND portal. Verify eligibility, required documents and current terms on the official website at nelf.gov.ng — and never pay anyone to process a NELFUND application for you. It is free to apply.
Other funding routes
- State government bursaries — most states run bursary or scholarship schemes for their indigenes. Contact your state scholarship board.
- Federal scholarship schemes such as the Federal Scholarship Board awards
- Corporate scholarships from NNPC, Shell, MTN Foundation, Agbami, PTDF and others, usually advertised annually
- Institutional scholarships — many universities offer merit awards for high-performing students. Ask your faculty office.
Fully funded study abroad as an alternative
If funding your degree in Nigeria is proving difficult, several fully funded international scholarships cover tuition, accommodation and flights entirely — meaning you pay nothing at all. These are competitive, but cost nothing to apply for:
- Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC — fully funded Master’s in Canada, including flights and a laptop
- Chevening Scholarship — fully funded UK Master’s for Nigerians
- DAAD EPOS Scholarship — fully funded Master’s in Germany
- Commonwealth PhD Scholarship — fully funded doctoral study in the UK
Frequently asked questions
Are these school fees current?
Nigerian universities revise fees regularly, and several institutions have adjusted charges significantly in recent sessions. Treat the figures above as a guide and confirm the current amount on your institution’s official student portal or bursary department before making any payment.
Do school fees differ by course?
Yes. Medicine, engineering, law and the sciences typically attract higher fees than arts and humanities courses, largely because of laboratory, clinical and practical costs. Always check the figure for your specific department.
Can I pay school fees in instalments?
Some institutions permit part-payment or instalment arrangements, others require payment in full before registration. Policies differ and change between sessions — ask your bursary department directly rather than assuming.
What happens if I cannot pay before the deadline?
Consequences vary but commonly include a late payment penalty, inability to register courses, or exclusion from examinations. If you are genuinely unable to pay, speak to the student affairs or bursary office early — some institutions have hardship provisions, and applying for NELFUND takes time.
Always confirm current fees, payment channels and deadlines directly with the institution’s bursary department or official student portal before making any payment.