Universities That Offers Nursing: Which university is the best to study Nursing?, What is the Cut off mark to study Nursing in Nigeria, Which State University offers Nursing?, Do UNILAG offer Nursing?.
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Nursing is one of the most Sought after Course to study in Nigeria, and not just that, it is also very competitive course
Out of Over 100 Universities in Nigeria, Only about fifty seven (57) including Federal, State and Private Universities are fully accredited by Nursing and Midwifery council of Nigeria (NMCN) to offer Nursing
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To be able to decipher the University you want to apply for to become a Nurse in Nigeria, you need to first know the complete list of Universities that offers it, this information at times can be difficult to get
…and that is the essence for today’s guide, all you have to do know now is, sit back, take a glass of water and read through diligently for details. ENJOY!
Which University Offers Nursing?
All Universities can offer Nursing, but not all do, because not all schools can meet up with the minimum requirements set by NUC1 and Nursing and Midwifery council of Nigeria (NMCN) for this course.
Only Universities able to meet up with the minimum requirements can admit student to the program
…the good thing about Nursing science is, aside Universities, you can also become a Nurse or a Midwife by applying to any of the Nursing Schools in Nigeria.
The only limitation is that, the degree awarded is not a BSc certificate, since this post is to cover Universities offering Nursing and not Nursing schools in Nigeria, we will not dwell much on this, but will cover it in a later blog post.
Universities That Offers Nursing Science
Federal Universities That Offers Nursing
Below are federal universities you can study Nursing;
| S/N | NAME OF FEDERAL INSTITUTION |
|---|---|
| 1 | University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) |
| 2 | Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) |
| 3 | Bayero University Kano (BUK) |
| 4 | Federal University, Birnin-Kebbi |
| 5 | Federal University Oye-Ekiti |
| 6 | National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) |
| 7 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi (UNIZIK |
| 8 | Obafemi Awolowo University |
| 9 | Usman Danfodio University |
| 10 | University of Nigeria Nsukka, UNN |
| 11 | University of Benin, UNIBEN |
| 12 | University of Calabar |
| 13 | University of Ilorin |
| 14 | University of Lagos |
| 15 | University of Ibadan |
| 16 | University of Jos |
| 17 | University of Port Harcourt |
| 18 | University of Uyo |
State Universities That Offers Nursing
Below are state universities you can study Nursing;
| S/N | NAME OF INSTITUTION |
|---|---|
| 1 | Abia State University, Uturu |
| 2 | Delta State University |
| 3 | Ebonyi State University |
| 4 | Edo State University |
| 5 | Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma |
| 6 | Imo State University |
| 7 | Lagos State University |
| 8 | University of Medical Science, Ondo State |
| 9 | Osun State University |
| 10 | Ladoke Akintolo University |
| 11 | Rivers State University |
| 12 | Kaduna State University |
| 13 | University of Medical Science, Lagos State |
| 14 | Ekiti State University |
| 15 | Benue State University |
| 16 | Enugu State University of Science and Technology |
Some of these state universities are in the process of accreditation.
Private Universities That Offers Nursing
Below are state universities you can study Nursing;
| S/N | NAME OF INSTITUTION |
|---|---|
| 1 | Igbinedion University |
| 2 | Afe Babalola University |
| 3 | Bingham University |
| 4 | Babcock University |
| 5 | Achievers University |
| 6 | Bowen University |
| 7 | Adeleke University |
| 8 | Lead City University |
| 9 | Madonna University |
| 10 | PAMO University of Medical Sciences, Port Harcourt |
| 11 | Elizade University |
| 12 | Wesley University |
| 13 | Oduduwa University |
| 14 | Redeemers University |
| 15 | Evangel University |
| 16 | Gregory University |
| 17 | McPherson University |
| 18 | Benson Idahosa University |
| 19 | Rhema University |
| 20 | Chrisland University |
| 21 | Alhikma University |
| 22 | Atiba University |
| 23 | Novena University |
| 24 | Khadijat University |
Universities Under The Process Of Nursing Accreditation
Below is are the Universities that are currently in the process of being accredited to Offer Nursing…
- Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
- Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Kaduna State
- University of Medical Science, Lagos, Lagos State
- Elizade University of Medical Sciences, Ondo State
- Wesley University, Ondo, Ondo State
- Ekiti State University, Ekiti, Ekiti State
- Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue State
- University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
- Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Osun State
- Redeemers University, Ede, Osun State
- Evangel University, Akaeze, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
- Nok University, Kachia, Kaduna State
- Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State
- McPherson University, Abeokuta, Ogun State
- Rhema University Aba, Abia State
- Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, Edo State
- Enugu University of Science and Technology, Enugu
- Chrisland University, Abeokuta, Ogun State
- Alhikma University, Ilorin, Kwara State
- Atiba University, Ibadan, Oyo State
- Khadijat University, Majia, Jigawa State
- Novena University, Delta State
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Universities Offers Nursing In Nigeria?
Currently, only 57 Universities are fully accredited to Study Nursing in Nigeria.
Do Polytechnics Offer Nursing?
NO, Polytechnics do not offer Nursing, if you must become a Nurse in Nigeria you must apply to any of the Universities listed here or Nursing Schools to study Nursing.
What Is The Best University For Nursing?
No department or School of Nursing is superior to the other, your choices should be based on whether or not the School in question has been accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery council of Nigeria (NMCN).
If it is, then by all means make your choice.
In Summary
Only Fifty Seven (57) Universities in Nigeria is fully accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery council of Nigeria (NMCN) where students interested to study Nursing can apply to.
If you must apply to any school, make sure it is one listed here, because applying to any school without NMCN accreditation is a complete waste of time.
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- NUC is an acronym for National University Council ↩︎
Kindly let me know if Havilah university Nde Ikom is accredited in Nursing
Only universities listed here are accredited or have partial accreditation
Kindly let me know if Havilah university is accredited
What of fuoye🙄
Is wellspring university accredited for nursing?
Is wellspring accredited in nursing?
NO, Only Universities listed here are accredited for Nursing.