Private Universities In Nigeria | 2023 Updated List

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The Oldest Private University in Nigeria is Igbinedion University , it was established in 1999.

Editorial TeamLast Updated: November 14, 2023

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Hey SAVANT! welcome to another episode of my “Admission Guide Series“, in today’s blog post, I will be taking you through the complete list of Private universities in Nigeria, here I will also attempt to answer some of the frequently asked questions (FAQ) relating to this topic… STAY TUNED!✌️

NUC Approved Federal Universities in Nigeria — **NUC Approved Private Universities in Nigeria**

Have you tried applying to any of the Federal or State Universities in Nigeria, and the Competition and Admission System was just too stressful and you are trying to look for better alternative? then you should consider applying to a private university.

These Universities offers most, if not all the courses you can find in either Federal or State Universities, and guess what, you will be offered same degree, Certificate or License that you would have been given if you had studied in state or Federal University…

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…provided the Private University in question is accredited by the National University Commission (NUC), hence, the importance of today’s guide.

It is common knowledge that studying in a private University is expensive, when you put into consideration the amount of money you will have to spend for School fees, Feeding, Accommodation e.t.c, you may begin to start having second thoughts.

Here, I will provide you with the 2023 NUC updated list of Private Universities in Nigeria that you can apply to through JAMB and also show you the advantages and disadvantages of choosing to study in a Private University.

Without much Jittering, let’s get started on this topic right away… ENJOY!

Table of Contents

What Are Private Universities?
List Of Private Universities In Nigeria
Private University Admission Requirement
Comparison Between Private, State And Federal Universities
Frequently Asked Questions
- How Many Private Universities Are In Nigeria?
- What Is The Oldest Private University In Nigeria?
In Conclusion

What Are Private Universities?

Private Universities are tertiary institutions that are funded and managed by the private sector, these schools are not owned by the state nor operated by any GOVT Parastatal.

We have three (3) levels of Governments in Nigeria (Federal, State and Local), and these universities fall under the coffers of none, and as such, both Federal and State Government do not have much influence or say about what may or may not happen in such schools.

So, the appointments of the VC and other internal school affairs is done strictly by the the Private Management (Owner).

There are at least two private Universities located in every state in Nigeria, currently there are One hundred and eleven (111) Private Universities in Nigeria, this number is more than the number of Federal and State Universities in Nigeria combined.

Now that you can differentiate between Federal, State and Private Universities, let me now show you NUC approved list of Private Universities in Nigeria.

List Of Private Universities In Nigeria

Below is the complete list of Private Universities in Nigeria and the year they were established…

S/N	PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES
1	Achievers University, Owo
2	Adeleke University, Ede
3	Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti – Ekiti State
4	African University of Science & Technology, Abuja
5	Ajayi Crowther University, Ibadan
6	Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin
7	Al-Qalam University, Katsina
8	American University of Nigeria, Yola
9	Augustine University
10	Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo
11	Baze University
12	Bells University of Technology, Otta
13	Benson Idahosa University, Benin City
14	Bingham University, New Karu
15	Bowen University, Iwo
16	Caleb University, Lagos
18	Chrisland University
19	Covenant University Ota
20	Crawford University Igbesa
21	Crescent University
22	Edwin Clark University, Kaigbodo
23	Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin
24	Evangel University, Akaeze
25	Fountain Univeristy, Oshogbo
26	Godfrey Okoye University, Ugwuomu-Nike – Enugu State
27	Gregory University, Uturu
28	Hallmark University, Ijebi Itele, Ogun
29	Hezekiah University, Umudi
30	Igbinedion University Okada
31	Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji
32	Kings University, Ode Omu
33	Kwararafa University, Wukari
34	Landmark University, Omu-Aran.
35	Lead City University, Ibadan
36	Madonna University, Okija
37	Mcpherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ajebo
38	Micheal & Cecilia Ibru University
39	Mountain Top University
40	Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja
41	Novena University, Ogume
42	Obong University, Obong Ntak
43	Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu – Osun State
44	Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos
45	Paul University, Awka – Anambra State
46	Redeemer’s University, Ede
47	Renaissance University, Enugu
48	Rhema University, Obeama-Asa – Rivers State
49	Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom
50	Salem University, Lokoja
51	Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa.
52	Southwestern University, Oku Owa
53	Summit University, Offa
54	Tansian University, Umunya
55	University of Mkar, Mkar
56	Veritas University, Abuja
57	Wellspring University, Evbuobanosa – Edo State
58	Wesley University Ondo
59	Western Delta University, Oghara Delta State
60	Christopher University Mowe
61	Kola Daisi University Ibadan, Oyo State
62	Anchor University Ayobo Lagos State
63	Dominican University Ibadan Oyo State
64	Legacy University, Okija Anambra State
65	Arthur Javis University Akpoyubo Cross river State
66	Crown Hill University Eiyenkorin, Kwara State
67	Coal City University Enugu State
68	Clifford University Owerrinta Abia State
69	Admiralty University of Nigeria, Ibusa Delta State
70	Spiritan University, Nneochi Abia State
71	Precious Cornerstone University, Oyo
72	PAMO University of Medical Sciences, Portharcourt
73	Atiba University Oyo
74	Eko University of Medical and Health Sciences Ijanikin, Lagos
75	Skyline University, Kano
76	Greenfield University, Kaduna
77	Dominion University Ibadan, Oyo State
78	Trinity University Ogun State
79	Westland University Iwo, Osun State
80	Topfaith University, Mkpatak, Akwa Ibom State
81	Thomas Adewumi University, Oko-Irese, Kwara State
82	Maranathan University, Mgbidi, Imo State
83	Ave Maria University, Piyanko, Nasarawa State
84	Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila, Kano State
85	Mudiame University, Irrua, Edo State
86	Havilla University, Nde-Ikom, Cross River State
87	Claretian University of Nigeria, Nekede, Imo State
88	NOK University, Kachia, Kaduna State
89	Karl-Kumm University, Vom, Plateau State
90	James Hope University, Lagos, Lagos State
91	Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano State
92	Capital City University, Kano State
93	Ahman Pategi University, Kwara State
94	University of Offa, Kwara State
95	Mewar International University, Masaka, Nasarawa State
96	Edusoko University, Bida, Niger State
97	Philomath University, Kuje, Abuja
98	Khadija University, Majia, Jigawa State
99	Anan University, Kwall, Plateau State
100	PEN Resource University, Gombe
101	Al-Ansar University, Maiduguri, Borno
102	Margaret Lawrence University, Umunede, Delta State
103	Khalifa Isiyaku Rabiu University, Kano
104	Sports University, Idumuje, Ugboko, Delta State
105	Baba Ahmed University, Kano State
106	Saisa University of Medical Sciences and Technology, Sokoto State
107	Nigerian British University, Asa, Abia State
108	Peter University, Achina-Onneh Anambra State
119	Newgate University, MInna, Niger State.
110	European University of Nigeria, Duboyi, FCT
111	NorthWest University Sokoto State

This table shows the list of Private Universities in Nigeria

Private University Admission Requirement

S/N	REQUIREMENTS
1.	Candidate must have a JAMB score of 120 and above.
2.	You must have select them in JAMB (first or Second choice), these schools do not mind if you select them as first choice or not. If for any reason you did not first apply to them through JAMB , you can always apply for change of Institution and pick them as either first or second choice.
3.	Candidates must possess WASSC/SSCE/NECO/NABTEB Ordinary Level with credit passes in at least 5 relevant subjects in not more than two sittings (JAMB and WAEC Subject Combination for all courses)

Requirements to apply to a Private University in Nigeria

Comparison Between Private, State And Federal Universities

1. Cost

Students pay much more in private universities than in Federal or State Universities, this is no shock because, these schools do not receive any form of financial support elsewhere and Staff of the school (Academic and Non Academic Staff) will be paid from the money generated by the school.

So, where a student in the University of Benin (UNIBEN) pays N45,000 per session (first and Second Semester) another student elsewhere studying in a Private University could be paying times ten (10) that amount.

2. Competitiveness

Private Universities are less competitive than Federal and state Universities in Nigeria, which is completely understandable, because of the high amount of tuition fee students are asked to pay.

For this reason, admission to Private schools is as easy as sitting for JAMB, provided you meet with the requirement highlighted earlier in this post (although some schools may twerk theirs a bit).

3. Courses Offered

Since Federal and State universities are funded by the government, they have the finances to sponsor a lot of courses, unlike Private Universities, and as such there may be a course you want to study but because the private University you applied to do not offer it, you may have to change it.

4. Ease Of Study

This is one area where Private Universities beats both Federal and State University hands down.

When studying in a private University there is no fear of Industrial Action (Strike), so you get to study a course for the expected period (4, 5 or 6 years).

With these few comparison, you should be able to make up your mind on the University you want to apply to.

Next, I will answer some frequently asked questions on this topic…

Frequently Asked Questions

How Many Private Universities Are In Nigeria?

There are One Hundred and Eleven (111) Private Universities spread across the 36 states in Nigeria.

What Is The Oldest Private University In Nigeria?

The Oldest Private University in Nigeria is Igbinedion University, it was established in 1999.

In Conclusion

There are One Hundred and Eleven (111) Universities in Nigeria all spread across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

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