Lead City University school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session
Lead City University management and Board have published and released the Lead City University school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session for both New and Returning students of Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs.
This page contains details information on the Undergraduate students both New and Returning, the post-graduate tuition fee, and compulsory fee for new students, returning students, all students, and all graduating students or finalists.
Acceptance fee is compulsory for all new students and must be paid before the due date given after admission had been given. Failure to pay on time may revoke your admission for that session. Late payments attract extra charges, so endeavor to pay on time
For more information on the school, visit www.lcu.edu.ng
Lead City University school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session for Fresh Undergraduate Students Tuition.
| Courses offered by the Institute | Amount |
| Civil Engineering | ₦650,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | ₦650,000 |
| Information and Communication Engineering | ₦650,000 |
| Software Engineering | ₦650,000 |
| Electrical Electronic Engineering | ₦650,000 |
| Telecommunications Engineering | ₦650,000 |
| Computer Engineering | ₦650,000 |
| Pharmacy | ₦650,000 |
| Optometry | ₦650,000 |
| Radiography | ₦375,000 |
| Brewing Science | ₦650,000 |
| Geosciences | ₦650,000 |
| Wood product Engineering | ₦650,000 |
| Nursing Science | ₦950,000 |
| Biochemistry | ₦325,000 |
| Law | ₦950,000 |
| Computer Science with Economics | ₦650,000 |
| Computer Science with Electronics | ₦650,000 |
| Computer and Information Science | ₦650,000 |
| Microbiology | ₦325,000 |
| Accounting | ₦490,000 |
| Business Administration | ₦490,000 |
| Economics and Development studies | ₦490,000 |
| Politics and International Relations | ₦490,000 |
| Public Administration | ₦250,000 |
| Mass Communication and Media Technology | ₦510,000 |
| Public Health | ₦325,000 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | ₦650,000 |
| Environmental Management and Toxicology | ₦325,000 |
| Science Laboratory Technology | ₦325,000 |
| Entrepreneurship | ₦310,000 |
| Estate Management | ₦325,000 |
| Architecture | ₦510,000 |
| Banking and Finance | ₦310,000 |
| Criminology and Security Studies | ₦310,000 |
| Library and Information Science | ₦220,000 |
| English and literary studies | ₦310,000 |
| Performing Arts and Culture | ₦310,000 |
| Human Anatomy | ₦315,000 |
| Physiology | ₦315,000 |
| Chemistry | ₦315,000 |
| Physics with Electronics | ₦315,000 |
| Biology | ₦315,000 |
| Marketing | ₦310,000 |
| Psychology | ₦310,000 |
| Sociology | ₦310,000 |
| Education Biology | ₦310,000 |
| Education Chemistry | ₦310,000 |
| Education Physics | ₦310,000 |
| Education English | ₦310,000 |
| Education Mathematics | ₦310,000 |
| Computer Science Education | ₦310,000 |
| Education Economics | ₦310,000 |
| Guidance and Counseling | ₦310,000 |
| Educational Management | ₦310,000 |
| Business Education | ₦310,000 |
| Social Studies | ₦310,000 |
| Office and Information Management | ₦220,000 |
| Human Kinetics and Sports Science | ₦250,000 |
| Nutrition and Dietetics | ₦250,000 |
| Industrial Relations and Personnel Management | ₦250,000 |
| Information Science and Media Studies | ₦510,000 |
| Health Information Management | ₦250,000 |
| Community Health | ₦250,000 |
Lead City University school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session for Returning Undergraduate Student’s Tuition
| Faculty or Department | Tuition fee for 2026/2027 set | Tuition fee for 2026/2027 set | Tuition fee for 2026/2027 set | Tuition fee for 2026/2027 set | Tuition fee for 2026/2027 set |
| Social Science 1 – One (Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Politics, and International Relations) | N430,000 | N430,000 | N430,000 | N490,000 | N490,000 |
| Social Science 2 Two (Entrepreneurship, Banking, and Finance) | N250,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 | N310,000 | N310,000 |
| Social Science 3 -three (Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, Marketing) | N250,000 | N150,000 | N150,000 | N310,000 | N310,000 |
| Mass Communication and Information Science and Media Studies | N450,000 | N450,000 | N450,000 | N510,000 | N510,000 |
| Applied Science and Information Technology. 1 – one (Computer Sciences) | N560,000 | N560,000 | N560,000 | N650,000 | N650,000 |
| Applied Science and Information Technology 2 – two (Environmental Mgt and Toxicology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Science Lab. Tech., Public Health, Estate Management, Architectural Science) | N250,000 | N260,000 | N260,000 | N325,000 | N325,000 |
| Applied Science and Information Technology 3 – three (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Anatomy, Physiology) | N250,000 | N250,000 | N150,000 | N315,000 | N315,000 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | N375,000 | N650,000 | |||
| Nursing Science | N560,000 | N560,000 | N850,000 | N950,000 | |
| Architectural Science | N260,000 | N260,000 | N325,000 | N510,000 | |
| Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Human Kinetics and Sports Science or PHE | N100,000 | N100,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 | |
| Education | N150,000 | N150,000 | N150,000 | N310,000 | N310,000 |
| Education(Sandwich Option) | N60,000 | N100,000 | N150,000 | N150,000 | N150,000 |
| Office Information Management, Library and Information Science | N250,000 | N100,000 | N100,000 | N250,000 | N220,000 |
| Public Administration | N430,000 | N430,000 | N430,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 |
| Industrial Relation and Personel Management | N250,000 | N250,000 | N100,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 |
| Law | N550,000 | N560,000 | N560,000 | N850,000 | N950,000 |
| Environmental Health Science | N200,000 | N200,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 | |
| Community Health | N250,000 | N250,000 | N200,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 |
| Health Information Management | N280,500 | N200,000 | N200,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 |
| Arts (Performing Art, English and Literary Studies) | N100,000 | N150,000 | N150,000 | N310,000 | N310,000 |
| Microbiology and or Biochemistry | N325,000 | N325,000 | |||
| Access Diploma Programme/JUPEB | N250,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 | N250,000 |
| 2-Year Diploma Programmes | N150,000 | N150,000 | N150,000 | N150,000 | N150,000 |
COMPULSORY PAYMENTS FOR RETURNING STUDENTS
| Fees or Payments Description | Amount |
| Medical fee | N20,000.00 |
| Internet fee | N20,000.00 |
| Development fee | N20,000.00 |
| IT Empowerment fee | N25,000.00 |
| Entrepreneur study fee | N20,000.00 |
| Feeding fee (Per Session) | N162,000 |
| STUDY PACK – Compulsory for all Students | |
| Study Material Fee for Information Technology and Applied Sciences | N25,000.00 |
| Study Material Fee for Social Sciences and Entrepreneurial Studies | N20,000.00 |
| Study Material Fee for Faculty of Education | N20,000.00 |
| Study Material Fee for Faculty of Law | N25,000.00 |
| Regular Students’ Teaching Practice Exercise for Faculty of Education | N20,000.00 |
| Compulsory payments/dues for Finalists | |
| Project Defense fee | N21,500 |
| Alumni fee | N25,500 |
| Poise fee | N5,000 |
| Convocation fee | N15,000 |
| IPD CRM fee | N10,000 |
| Lead City University Postgraduate Students Tuition fee | |
| PG Diploma (2 Semesters) | N230,000 |
| Masters (3 Semesters) | N480,000 |
| MBA (3 Semesters) | N480,000 |
| M.Phil. (4 Semesters) | N510,000 |
| Ph.D. (6 Semesters) | N630,000 |
| MBA Executive (3 Semesters) | N780,000 |
| DBA (3 Semesters) | N1,080,000 |
| Application form | N5,000 |
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.