List of Universities in Abuja and Their School Fees
Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory is the home of fourteen (14) universities. Only one of these Universities belongs to the federal government, and thirteen (13) are privately owned. Being the FCT, Abuja does not have a state university. The 14 Universities listed in this article are accredited by the National University Council (NUC)
Here is the list of universities in Abuja below;
Federal Universities in Abuja
University of Abuja (UNIABUJA)
Private Universities in Abuja
- African University of Science & Technology (AUST)
- Baze University
- Bingham University, New Karu
- Niles University of Nigeria
- Veritas University
- Philomath University
- European University of Nigeria
- Canadian University of Nigeria
- Cosmopolitan University Abuja
- Amaj University, Kwali
- Miva Open University
- Al-Muhibbah Open University
- Prime University
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Federal Universities in Abuja
1. University of Abuja (UNIABUJA)
The University of Abuja was established in 1988 with three colleges namely: College of Arts and Education; College of Law, Management and Social Sciences; and College of Science and Agriculture.
At its inception, the university had a population of fewer than 500 students. But today, the University of Abuja boasts nine faculties, a College of Health Sciences, a School of Remedial Studies, a Centre for Distance Learning, an Institute of Education, a School of Postgraduate Studies, and over fifty thousand students!
UNIABUJA Jamb Cut Off:
JAMB CUT OFF for the University of Abuja is 140 for the minimum, while it is 250 for courses like Medicine and Surgery. The 250 is a minimum cut off, and does not guarantee automatic admission. However, the least you can get as a prospectus student is 250
UNIABUJA School Fees:
The school fees range from 150, 000 to 400,000
Full List of Private Universities in Abuja
1. African University of Science & Technology (AUST)
The African University of Science and Technology (AUST) is a private, pan-African university located in Abuja, Nigeria.
The institution was established in 2007 as a regional initiative led by the Nelson Mandela Institution (NMI) to create a world-class research and advanced training institute in relevant scientific and technological disciplines which would serve as regional resources and centres of excellence in sub-Saharan Africa.
AUST currently offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs through a combination of coursework and cutting-edge research.
AUST Jamb Cut Off:
JAMB CUT OFF for Africa University of Science and Technology is 140 for the minimum, while it is 180 for. Please note, that each department has a specific cut off
AUST School Fees:
The school fees is ranging from 1.5 million to 4 million
2. Baze University
Baze University was conceived in 2008 as a privately owned non-faith base institution and was granted a provisional license on 7th March 2011. It is a conventional University, offering courses in both the Arts and the Sciences, with emphasis on science and technology. The school has up to 9 faculties.
Baze University Jamb Cut Off:
JAMB CUT OFF for Africa University of Science and Technology is 140 for the minimum, while it is 180 for biomedical courses. Please note, that each department has a specific cut off
Baze University School Fees:
The school fees range from 1.5 million to 3 million.
3. Bingham University, New Karu
In a bid to contribute its quota to the Nigerian University space fueled by the ruins of public universities in the Nation, Bingham University located in Karu, 26 kilometres away from the Federal Capital city of Nigeria, Abuja was founded in 2005 by the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA).
The founders had as a goal, the revitalization of the golden age of high quality and morally sound mission education up to the tertiary level. ECWA leaders and academics of ECWA extraction saw the need to establish a University that will provide a secular education anchored on sound moral values as provided for by the Christian faith.
Recognizing the importance of the technological revolution of the 19th and 20th centuries, Bingham University is determined to build a technology-driven institution of the 21st century.
Bingham University Jamb Cut Off:
The cut off for this University is 140 for the minimum, while it is 180 for biomedical courses. Please note, each department has a specific cut off
Bingham University School Fees:
The School fees range from 460,000.00 to 2,800,000.00
4. Niles University of Nigeria, Abuja
Nile University of Nigeria was founded in 2009 to provide the country’s fast-growing number of secondary school leavers with a high-quality university education. It is well-known for its academic credentials and best-in-class faculties offering 26 undergraduate programs and 36 postgraduate programs.
Its 113-hectare campus, based in Abuja, offers state-of-the art learning spaces, outstanding sports facilities (including basketball, tennis, football, volleyball and table tennis) as well as quality, secure hostels, all in a peaceful and safe environment.
The University is a fully accredited multidisciplinary private university that offers undergraduate and postgraduate students a wide portfolio of programs across six faculties – Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Management Sciences, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences and Faculty of Law.
Niles University Jamb Cut Off:
The cut off Niles University is 140 for the minimum, while it is 180 for biomedical and medical courses. Please note, each department has a specific cut off . Niles University also has scholarship schemes for students who have distinctions
Niles University School Fees:
The school fees range from ₦2,600,000 to ₦5,950,000
5. Veritas University
Veritas University is a private university, located in Abuja. It was founded in March 2002 by the Catholic Church in Nigeria. The Institution received its provisional operation licence in 2007 from the National Universities Commission and commenced admission of students in October 2008, at its take-off campus in Obehie, Abia State, Nigeria.
Veritas University Jamb Cut Off:
The cut off for Veritas University is 140 for the minimum, while it is 180 for biomedical and medical courses. Please note, that each department has a specific cut off. Veritas University also has scholarship schemes for students who have distinctions
Veritas University School Fees:
The school fees range from 1.5million to 3 million naira
6. Philomath University, Kuje, Abuja
Licensed on the 8th of April 2021 and located in Kuje, Abuja, Nigeria, Philomath University is a prestigious private institution committed to providing high-quality education to students both within Nigeria and beyond. Established with a vision of academic excellence, innovation, and community service, Philomath University stands as a beacon of learning and growth.
Philomath University Jamb Cut Off:
The cut off for Philomath University, Kuje, is 140 for the minimum, while it is 180 for biomedical and medical courses. Please note, each department has a specific cut off . Philomath University also have scholarship schemes for students who have distinctions
Philomath University School Fees :
The school fees range from 1.5 million to 3 million naira
7. European University of Nigeria, Duboyi, FCT
European University of Nigeria, located in Duboyi, FCT, was established in 2005 and gained popularity quickly thanks to its modern facilities, academic excellence and diverse student body
European University of Nigeria Jamb Cut Off:
The cut off for European University of Nigeria, Duboyi, is 140 for the minimum, while it is 180 for highly competitive courses. Please note, each department has a specific cut off . European University of Nigeria also have scholarships schemes for students who have distinctions
European University of Nigeria School Fees :
The School fees range from 1.5 million to 3 million naira. This school also pay in dollars and the fees have been converted to the equivalent of naira.
8. Canadian University of Nigeria, Abuja
The Nigeria-Canadian College, Abuja (NCCAbuja) is an independent, non-partisan, day school for boys and girls. At NCCAbuja students are encouraged to be lifelong learners by instilling in them great confidence, respect and a consciousness of the needs of society.
Canadian University of Nigeria Jamb Cut Off:
The minimum cut-off for admission to the Canadian University of Nigeria, Abuja is 140, and it’s 180 for highly competitive courses. Each department has its own specific cut-off. Additionally, the university offers scholarship schemes for students with distinctions.
Canadian University of Nigeria School Fees:
The School fees range from 1.5 million to 10 million naira. This school also pays in dollars and the fees have been converted to the equivalent of naira. Updated fees, will be communicated in the school.
9. Cosmopolitan University Abuja
Cosmopolitan University is a pioneering institution approved by the Federal Executive Council on May 16th, 2023
Cosmopolitan University Jamb Cut Off:
The cut off the University is 140 for every department in the school.
Cosmopolitan University School Fees:
The school fees range from 1.5 million to 6.5 million naira. The school also accepts payment in dollars, and the fees have been converted to the equivalent in naira. Updated fees will be communicated by the school authority.
10. Amaj University, Kwali, Abuja
Amaj University is owned by a former governor of Sokoto state, Attahiru Bafarawa. The University received its license in 2023 and is one of the youngest private universities in the country.
Amaj University Jamb Cut Off:
The cut off the University is 140 for every department in the school.
Amaj University School Fees:
The Schoool fees is range 1.5 million to 3 million naira. This school also pays in dollars and the fees have been converted to the equivalent of naira. Updated fees will be communicated by the school authority.
11. Al-Muhibbah Open University
Aisha Bala Muhammed is the founder Al-Muhibbah Foundation, and she is recognized and appreciated within and outside of Nigeria due to her humanitarian efforts. It was founded in 2023
Al-Muhibbah Open University Jamb Cut Off:
Al -Muhibbah Open University, does not have a JAMB cut off, because they do not need JAMB to process admission, however, JAMB has made it compulsory, that every student attending open university will write JAMB
Al-Muhibbah Open University School Fees:
The School fees range from 1.5 million to 3 million naira. This school also pays in dollars and the fees have been converted to the equivalent of naira. Updated fees, will be communicated by the school authority.
12. Miva Open University, Abuja FCT
Miva Open University was initially established on 10 March 2023 by uLesson, a Nigeria edtech company operating in other four West African countries.
Miva Open University Jamb Cut Off:
Miva Open University, does not have a JAMB cut off, because they do not need JAMB to process admission, however, JAMB has made it compulsory, that every student attending open university will write JAMB
Miva Open University School Fees:
The school fees range from 1.5 million to 3 million naira. This school also pays in dollars and the fees have been converted to the equivalent of naira. Updated fees will be communicated by the school authority.
13. Prime University Abuja
Prime University Abuja is a new private university established in 2023 with a mission to redefine Nigerian education. Located in Abuja, the university aims to be a pacesetter in innovative education by deploying technology to nurture creativity and innovation.
Prime University Jamb Cut Off:
The cut off the University is 140 for every department in the school.
Prime University School Fees:
The School fees range from 1.5 million to 3 million naira. This school also pays in dollars and the fees have been converted to the equivalent of naira. Updated fees, will be communicated by the school authority.
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