UNIPORT School fees 2022/2023 | All departments

UNIPORT School fees 2026/2027 | All departments

University of port Harcourt uniport school fees are what we will discuss in this post for the 2026/2027 academic session. The uniport cut-off mark has been announced previously as well as the university uniport post utme form sell.

Successful students must have been asking how the university of port Harcourt uniport school fees, Scroll down to get the full details on it.

Uniport School Fees By Faculties/Department For Freshers (Year One Students):

FULL LIST OF SCHOOL FEES FOR ALL DEPARTMENTS IN UNIPORT	2026/2027
AGRICULTURE
Crop and Soil Science	127,150
Animal Science	127,150
Agricultural Economics Extension	127,150
Forestry and Wildlife Management	127,150
Fisheries	127,150
SCHOOL FEES	127,150
EDUCATION
Human Kinetics And Health Education	97,950
Adult and Non-Formal Education	97,950
Educational Foundations	97,950
Educational Psychology	97,950
Educational Management and Planning	97,950
Curriculum Studies and Educational Technology	97,950
Library and Information Science	97,950
SCHOOL FEES	97,950
HUMANITIES
Theatre Arts	111,450
English Studies	111,950
Foreign Languages and Literature	111,950
History and Diplomatic Studies	121,450
Linguistics and Communication studies	111,950
Philosophy	111,450
Religious and Cultural Studies	111,950
Fine Art and Design	111,450
Music	113,450
SCHOOL FEES	Varies as per department, so check beside the dept. name.
SCIENCE
Physics	125,500
Biochemistry	116,500
Plant Science and Biotechnology	116,500
Animal And Environmental Biology	116,500
Microbiology- 115,500
Geology	125,500
Computer Science	115,500
Mathematics and Statistics	115,500
Pure And Industrial Chemistry	115,500
SCHOOL FEES	Varies as per department, so check beside the dept. name.
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCE
Medicine and Surgery	97,750
Nursing	102,750
Human Anatomy	97,750
Human Physiology	97,750
SCHOOL FEES	Varies as per department, so check beside the dept. name.
DENTISTRY AND DENTAL SURGERY	117,750
ENGINEERING
Civil Engineering	114,600
Electrical Engineering	114,600
Electronic and Computer Engineering	114,600
Mechanical Engineering	117,100
Chemical Engineering	114,600
Petroleum Engineering	114,600
Gas Engineering	114,600
Environmental Engineering	114,600
SCHOOL FEES	Varies as per department, so check beside the dept. name.
MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
Accounting	92,150
Finance and Banking	92,150
Management	92,150
Marketing	92,150
Hospitality and Management Tourism	92,150
SCHOOL FEES	Varies as per department, so check beside the dept. name.
PHARMACY	113,950
SOCIAL SCIENCE
Economics	112,150
Geography and Environmental Management	112,150
Political And Administrative Studies	111,150
Sociology	111,150
SCHOOL FEES	Varies as per department, so check beside the dept. name.

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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 federal university, fees here are subsidised compared with private institutions, but the associated levies still add up. Confirm the full breakdown for your department rather than relying on the headline figure alone.

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

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, it is worth knowing that several fully funded international scholarships cover tuition, accommodation and flights entirely — meaning you pay nothing at all. These are competitive, but they 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.