Paul University school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session
Paul University’s school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session has been released by the school authority.
A non-refundable acceptance fee of N20,000.00 is expected to be paid by all fresh students and it is important. Late payment of fees might attract extra charges from the school.
For ease of payment of fees by the student or guidance, the school has an installment option of an equal percentage that is 50% in the first semester and 50% in the second semester.
Paul University school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session for fresh Undergraduate
| Description of freshers’ fees | Amount |
| Acceptance fee (First-year students only) | N20,000.00 |
| Portal Access Fee (Yearly) | N2,000.00 |
| Medical fee | N6,000.00 |
| Accommodation | N40,000.00 |
| Tuition and other fees | N260,000.00 |
JOINT UNIVERSITIES PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS BOARD (JUPEB)
FEE SCHEDULE FOR 2026/2027 JUPEB PROGRAMME
| Cost Item | Non-Laboratory-based Subjects | Laboratory-based Subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Agric Science) |
| Application Form | N10,000.00 | N10,000.00 |
| Acceptance Fee | N15,000.00 | N15,000.00 |
| Tuition Fee | N100,000.00 | N100,000.00 |
| Syllabus | N1,000.00 | N1,000.00 |
| Identity Card | N500.00 | N500.00 |
| Library Fee | N2,000.00 | N2,000.00 |
| Certificate | N500.00 | N500.00 |
| Medical Fee | N6,000.00 | N6,000.00 |
| Examination Fee | N30,000.00 | N30,000.00 |
| Laboratory Fee | – | N10,000.00 |
| Total | N165,000.00 | N175,000.00 |
Fees Sequence of Payment
- An application fee of N10,000 is payable before completion of the Application Form
- An acceptance fee of N15,000 is payable after the provisional offer of admission
- The tuition fee of N140,000 for Non-Laboratory-based Subjects and tuition fee of N150,000 for Laboratory-based Subjects are payable 100% before the commencement of lectures
Faculties and courses offered by Paul University for the 2026/2027 academic session
Arts, Management & Social Science
- Accounting
- Banking & Finance
- Business Administration
- Management & Entrepreneurial Studies
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- English Language
- LITERATURE
- History & International Studies
- Mass Communication
Science & Technology
- Botany
- Biochemistry
- Zoology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Microbiology
- Management Information System
- Physics
Important Notice to all students
- The University does NOT charge any other fees outside the amounts listed above.
- Faculty fees, Departmental fees, Library fees, Laboratory fees, Accreditation fees, NYSC Mobilization fees e.t.c. are currently not charged in Paul University.
- Daily transportation costs are not incurred since libraries, laboratories, and lecture halls are within walking distance.
- Students are to note also that the school fees are payable in two equal installments
- Students are not forced to purchase handouts, monographs, and books in Paul University; necessary books are sold in the University’s Bookshop at controlled prices.
- All fees are payable to the University through either of the under-listed banks:
Zenith Bank Plc Name: Paul University, Awka
Number: 1012421366
Access Bank Plc Name: Paul University, Awka
Number: 0019935560
Paul University school fees scheme for the 2026/2027 academic session Payment guidelines for acceptance fee, tuition fee, portal fee, and course registration
- Visit pauluniversity.edu.ng
- After receiving your Admission Letter, proceed to any of the bank branches provided by the school authority to pay the Acceptance and Portal Access fees.
- Proceed to the school portal using the link above, click on the Acceptance menu link, and select Submit Bank Teller option from the drop-down options available on the page.
- Fill out the form with your Acceptance Payment teller information, submit it after filling out the form and wait for your acceptance fee payment confirmation notification.
- When acceptance payment is confirmed, a notification will be sent to your email which contains your Acceptance of Offer of Admission and Pledge attachment as well as our web portal link to download the same document if need be.
- The Acceptance Offer of Admission and Pledge notification email above also comes with your Form Number as your USERNAME and a 6-character auto-generated PASSWORD that will allow you access to the portal.
- Then Proceed to any of the bank branches to pay your Tuition, Accommodation, and Medical fees.
- On the portal, click on the Tuition/Portal Access menu link, select Submit Bank Teller, and click BEGIN button. Fill out the payment submission form, submit it and wait for your payment confirmation notification from the authorized officer, which gets to you by email.
- Login to the back-to-the portal by clicking the Sign-In menu link. On the Login section of the Sign-in page, enter your new USERNAME (which is your Form Number) and PASSWORD sent to you through email notification.
- Continue with your studentship registration by clicking the Studentship Register menu link on the left side of your page.
- At the end of this studentship registration exercise, a formal REGISTRATION NUMBER would be generated automatically and the Portal will update your existing USERNAME with this same number which will henceforth become your Portal USERNAME throughout your stay in the university.
- After the studentship registration, proceed to course registration by clicking the Course Register menu link on the left side of the page.
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.