Edo state university school fees 2022

Edo state university school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session

The management and Board of Edo state university have released and published the school fees and other important payments for the 2026/2027 academic session for freshmen and Returning students.

The acceptance fee, tuition fee and application fee to be paid by the Freshmen and Returning students of Edo state university have been arranged carefully in a table for a clear understanding of the fees to be paid per program.

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.

This information is for prospective candidates, new students, returning students, or any individual interested in this important piece of information. Below is the school fees scheme for Edo state university for the 2026/2027 academic session. For more information on the method of payment and how to pay the fees visit the school’s official website at www.edouniversity.edu.ng

Edo state university school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session

Faculty	Courses	Degree Awarded	Fresh Students School Fees (Excluding Accommodation) NGN	School Fees for International Students($)
Arts, Management & Social Sciences	Accounting	B.Sc	378,500	$1,577
	Business Administration	B.Sc	328,500	$1,369
	Banking and Finance	B.Sc	228,500	$952
	Economics	B.Sc	328,500	$1,369
	English Studies	B.A	328,500	$1,369
	Entrepreneurship	B.Sc	228,500	$952
	History & International Studies	B.A	328,500	$1,369
	Mass Communication	B.Sc	378,500	$1,577
	Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution	B.Sc	228,500	$952
	Political Science &Public Administration	B.Sc	328,500	$1,369
	Sociology	B.Sc	228,500	$952
Basic Medical Sciences	Biochemistry	B.Sc	328,500	$1,369
	Human Anatomy	B.Sc	328,500	$1,369
	Medical Laboratory Science	BMLS	650,000	$2,708
	Nursing	BNSc	1,480,000	$6,167
	Physiology	B.Sc	328,500	$1,369
Clinical Sciences	Medicine & Surgery	MB;BS	1,848,500	$7,702
Engineering	Chemical Engineering	B.Eng	503,500	$2,098
	Civil Engineering	B.Eng	503,500	$2,098
	Computer Engineering	B.Eng	503,500	$2,098
	Electrical & Electronic Engineering	B.Eng	503,500	$2,098
	Mechanical Engineering	B.Eng	503,500	$2,098
Law	Law	LL.B	898,500	$3,744
Science	Animal and Environmental Biology	B.Sc	228,500	$952
	Computer Science	B.Sc	378,500	$1,577
	Industrial Chemistry	B.Sc	228,500	$952
	Microbiology	B.Sc	328,500	$1,368
	Physics with Electronics	B.Sc	228,500	$952
	Plant Biology and Biotechnology	B.Sc	228,500	$952

 

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

1. Log in to the student portal using your matriculation or application number.
2. Generate your invoice for the session. Federal institutions commonly use the Remita platform, which produces a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number.
3. Pay through an approved channel — bank branch, internet banking, USSD or card, depending on what your institution accepts.
4. 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.
5. 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.