Federal Universities In Nigeria: what are the top Federal schools in Nigeria? new Federal Universities in Nigeria?, Federal Universities with their cut off marks and school fees in Nigeria?
Hey SAVANT! In this episode of “Admission guide series” I will be taking you through the list of federal universities in Nigeria, here I will also answer some frequently asked questions relating to this topic… STAY TUNED!
The school you apply to is as important as the course you want to study, but for some reasons, most students do not really see the need to understand and evaluate their choice of institution (how expensive it is; school fees, accommodation fee, etc).
In Nigeria, there are three categories of these Universities you can apply to study in, it could be Federal, State or Private, whatever your choice may be, comes with its pros and cons.
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At the end of this post, I will show you the benefits of picking a federal University over Private and State Owned (managed) Universities and general admission requirements for most of these schools…
All you have to do now is keep reading diligently for details… ENJOY!✌
What Are Federal Universities?
Federal Universities are tertiary institutions that are funded and managed by the federal government.
We have three (3) levels of governments in Nigeria (Federal, State and Local), and these universities fall under the coffers of the Federal govt and as such, the state do not have much influence or say about what may or may not in such school.
So, the appointments of the Vice chancellor and other internal school affairs is strictly by the Federal government and not State.
These schools are spread across the 36 State in Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), there are some benefits of applying to theses schools when compared to Private & State owned Universities, more details on this shortly.
List Of Federal Universities In Nigeria
Below is the complete list of Federal Universities in Nigeria and the year they were established…
| S/N | FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES |
|---|---|
| 1. | Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi |
| 2. | Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria |
| 3. | Bayero University, Kano |
| 4. | Federal University Gashua, Yobe |
| 5. | Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun |
| 6. | Federal University of Technology, Akure |
| 7. | Federal University of Technology, Minna |
| 8. | Federal University of Technology, Owerri |
| 9. | Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State |
| 10. | Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina |
| 11. | Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State |
| 12. | Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State |
| 13. | Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State |
| 14. | Alex Ekwueme University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State |
| 15. | Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa |
| 16. | Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State |
| 17. | Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State |
| 18. | Federal University, Birnin Kebbi |
| 19. | Federal University, Gusau Zamfara |
| 20. | Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike |
| 21. | Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola |
| 22. | National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos |
| 23. | Nigeria Police Academy Wudil |
| 24. | Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna |
| 25. | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| 26. | Obafemi Awolowo University,Ile-Ife |
| 27. | University of Abuja, Gwagwalada |
| 28. | Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta |
| 29. | University of Agriculture, Makurdi |
| 30. | University of Benin |
| 31. | University of Calabar |
| 32. | University of Ibadan |
| 33. | University of Ilorin |
| 34. | University of Jos |
| 35. | University of Lagos |
| 36. | University of Maiduguri |
| 37. | University of Nigeria, Nsukka |
| 38. | University of Port-Harcourt |
| 39. | University of Uyo |
| 40. | Usumanu Danfodiyo University |
| 41. | Nigerian Maritime University Okerenkoko, Delta State |
| 42. | Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna |
| 43. | Nigerian Army University Biu |
| 44. | Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo Benue State |
| 45. | Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, Kebbi State |
| 46. | Federal University of Technology, Babura, Jigawa State |
| 47. | Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State |
| 48. | Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State |
| 49. | Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State |
Requirements For Admission
General admission requirement for Federal Universities includes;
- Candidate must have a JAMB score of 200 and above. Although some Federal Universities still accepts 160 as cut off mark, like the University of Port Harcourt.
- You must choose them as First choice, these schools do not accept second choice students, if you chose the University as second choice and wish to be considered for admission you must apply for change of Institution and pick them as first choice.
- Candidates must possess Ordinary Level with credit passes in at least 5 relevant subjects in not more than two sittings
Why Choose Federal Universities Over State Universities?
1. Cheaper Than State and Private Universities
They are relatively cheaper than State and Private Universities, although some State Universities are cheap, but this kindness most times extends only to indigenes of the state, unlike for federal Universities that cuts across boards.
2. Fair Admission System
Some state Universities give preference to indigenes for admission unlike federal Universities.
FAQ
How Many Federal Universities Are In Nigeria?
There are forty nine (49) Federal Universities in Nigeria spread across the 36 states in Nigeria.
What Is The Oldest University In Nigeria?
The Oldest University in Nigeria is the University of Ibadan, it was established in 1948.
Key Takeaways
There are forty nine federal Universities in Nigeria all spread across the 36 states in Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
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