Cross River University of Technology school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session
This is to inform both freshly admitted (100-level and direct entry) and returning students of the Cross River University of Technology that the Cross River University of Technology school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session have been released by the management and school authority.
The information below is for freshly admitted students and prospective students who have chosen the Cross River University of Technology as their First choice of Institution during the UTME ( JAMB) registration or probably want to know more about the institution’s school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session
The acceptance fee should be paid upon acceptance into the university because the payment of the fee symbolizes your acceptance of admission into the school and it must be paid as soon as possible to safeguard your admission. Failure to pay the tuition fee when due may cause you to lose your admission. Late payment of school fees may attract extra payment and if payments are not made before the semester examination may excuse you from sitting for the semester examination.
Admission into this university is very competitive because there are limited spaces available for the number of applicants seeking admission here. The Cross river state university of Technology offers bachelor’s degree programs in courses cutting across Agriculture, Education, Science and technology, and agriculture. The university has affordable tuition for the average Nigerian and has a very large student body.
The acceptance fee of this University unlike many others is very affordable. All fresh or New students are to pay a one-time acceptance fee of N15,000.00 into the school-designated Bank account or through Remitta online.
Below are the school fees payable by New and Returning students.
Cross River University of Technology school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session for fresh and returning students
Cross River University of Technology school fees for Fresh or New students range between N105,000 and N128,000 for the 2026/2027 academic session depending on the program or course intend to study and if you are an indigene or non-indigene as indigenes pay lesser compared to non-indigenes.
Cross River University of Technology school fees for Returning or Continuing students range between N85,000 to N95,000 for the 2026/2027 academic session depending on the program or course studied and if you are an indigene or non-indigene as indigenes pay lesser compared to non-indigenes. Non-indigene students should pay N85,380 and indigenes N73,380.
Cross Rivers State the University Of Technology school fees for freshers can be accepted with a special university system.
Cross River University of Technology school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session payment guidelines
- Register and Login to CRUTECH’s official website crutech.edu.ng
- Click on eduportal crutech.edu .ng
- Get Your code for payment
- Click on Acceptance fee, and select your level
- Choose the method of payment
- After the payment click on Get Acceptance
- Print your Acceptance Form
- Do this for other payments and generate a receipt
Cross River the University of Technology’s “NOTICE ON NO FEES NO EXAM POLICY”
In view of the appeals by the Student Union Government (SUG), concerned parents, the public, and the generally impressive response by fee owing students, the Management of Cross River University of Technology has decided as follows:
- Students who have cleared all outstanding fees except for the current academic year only are eligible to sit for the examination.
- Students who are not qualified to sit for the examination but who do so will not have any results as their scripts will not be marked.
- The MIS Unit is expected to make available names of students who have paid fees by the last day of examination to all Deans and heads of Departments for purposes of result compilation.
- The University Portal will remain open for fee payment until the last day of the examination.
- Students who fail to meet up this fee regime on or before the end of examinations will be deemed to have forfeited the examinations.
- Students are advised to clear all outstanding fees as no concessions will be granted to those still indebted for any subsequent semester examinations
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 private university, fees here are considerably higher than at federal or state institutions and are typically charged per session. Confirm exactly what is bundled into the quoted figure — some private universities include accommodation and feeding, others charge these separately.
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.
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.