Adeyemi Federal College of Education, Ondo School Fees For 2026
Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo — long known as one of Nigeria’s oldest and most respected federal colleges of education — has, in recent years, transitioned into a full-fledged degree-awarding institution now officially known as Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED), Ondo. Established in 1964, the institution built its reputation over more than five decades as a federal college of education (running NCE programmes and degree programmes in affiliation with Obafemi Awolowo University), before its elevation to full university status was completed in recent sessions. Many prospective students, parents, and returning students still search for it under its older name, “Adeyemi Federal College of Education, Ondo,” even though its current official identity is AFUED.
This article provides a well-detailed breakdown of the school fees payable at the institution for the 2026 academic session, structured in tabular form for easy reference, along with important notes on payment and answers to frequently asked questions.
About the Institution
Located along the Ondo–Ore Road in Ondo City, Ondo State, the institution (whether referred to as Adeyemi College of Education or AFUED) has long trained teachers and education professionals for Nigeria’s primary and secondary school systems, alongside professionals in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Vocational and Technical Education, and Management disciplines. As a federal government-owned institution, its fees remain considerably more affordable than those of private universities and even many state-owned institutions, which is one of the reasons it continues to attract large numbers of applicants from Ondo State and beyond every admission cycle.
AFUED / Adeyemi School Fees for 2026
The university harmonizes its tuition and other charges — combining university fees, faculty/departmental dues, Students’ Union dues, and other levies — into a single, streamlined invoice for each category of student. Below is a breakdown of the approved fees for the 2025/2026 session, which serves as the most reliable guide for the 2026/2027 session pending official release of updated figures.
Freshers — Degree I & Direct Entry Students
Fee Category Programme Group Amount (₦)
Grand Total (Freshers)Arts, Management & Social Sciences, andEducation programmes 187,400
Grand Total. (Freshers) Science, Vocational & Technical Education programmes ( Include₦15,000 laboratory fee) 204200 These totals are comprehensive and cover university fees, faculty/departmental dues, books, entrepreneurship charges, and computer training fees.
One-Time Charges for New Students
Fee Item Amount (₦)
Acceptance Fee (one-time, after admission)
50,000
Returning Students (Degree II, III, IV) and NCE Students
Category
Estimated Range (₦)
Returning Degree Students (per session, varies by level and programme)
Lower than freshers’ totals — exact figures harmonized and published on the student portal each session
NCE Students (per session)
Historically lower than degree-level fees; varies by year of study (NCE I–III)
Note: Because the institution harmonizes and periodically reviews its fee schedule, the exact figures for returning Degree II, III, IV students and NCE-level students are published directly on the official AFUED portal ahead of each session’s resumption. Older NCE-only fee estimates (from before the university transition) put per-session costs much lower — roughly ₦70,000–₦90,000 — but these figures predate the institution’s elevation to full university status and should not be relied on for current degree-level budgeting.
What the Fees Cover
The harmonized fee structure at AFUED is designed to simplify payment for students by bundling multiple charges into one invoice, including:
University-wide tuition and registration fees
Faculty and departmental dues
Students’ Union dues
Books and library charges
Entrepreneurship training fees
Computer/ICT training fees
Laboratory fees (for Science, Vocational, and Technical Education students only)
Important Notes on Payment
All payments must be made strictly through the official AFUED student portal (portal.afued.edu.ng); students are strongly advised to avoid third-party agents or unauthorized payment platforms to prevent issues with payment verification or registration clearance.
A minimum instalment is typically required before a student can be cleared for registration each semester.
The acceptance fee (₦50,000) is a one-time payment made only after a candidate’s name appears on the official admission list, and must be paid promptly to secure the admission offer.
Fee figures for the 2026/2027 session had not been officially released at the time of writing; candidates and returning students are advised to confirm the exact current figures directly on the university portal or through the Bursary Department once the new session’s schedule is published.
Direct Entry candidates with NCE qualifications can enter directly at 200 Level for degree programmes, which may affect their overall fee obligations compared to fresh UTME entrants.
Admission Requirements
Candidates must sit for UTME and select Adeyemi Federal University of Education as their preferred institution (or apply for a change of institution via JAMB CAPS if not initially selected).
The general UTME cut-off mark is 150 for degree programmes and 100 for NCE programmes.
Candidates must possess the requisite O’Level credits (typically five credits including English Language and Mathematics) and participate in the university’s Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening exercise.
A non-refundable application fee is payable when purchasing the Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening form.
How to Pay AFUED School Fees
Visit the official AFUED portal at portal.afued.edu.ng.
Log in using your registration/admission details.
Navigate to the fees section and generate your invoice based on your programme, level, and category (fresher, returning, or NCE).
Make payment through the approved bank or online payment channel indicated on the invoice.
Return to the portal to confirm your payment and print your receipt for registration purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is Adeyemi Federal College of Education, Ondo still called that?
No. The institution has transitioned from Adeyemi College of Education to a full university, now officially known as Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED), Ondo. It still runs NCE programmes alongside its degree programmes, and many people continue to refer to it by its older name out of familiarity.
2. How much are AFUED school fees for freshers in 2026?
Based on the most recently harmonized fee schedule, fresh Degree I and Direct Entry students in Arts, Management & Social Sciences, and Education pay a grand total of approximately ₦187,400, while those in Science, Vocational & Technical Education programmes pay approximately ₦202,400 (which includes a ₦15,000 laboratory fee).
3. How much is the AFUED acceptance fee?
The acceptance fee is ₦50,000, payable once by newly admitted students after their name appears on the official admission list.
4. Do returning students pay the same fees as freshers?
No. Returning students (Degree II, III, IV) typically pay less than freshers, since one-time charges like the acceptance fee and certain registration costs only apply to newly admitted students. Exact figures for each level are published on the official student portal each session.
5. Where can I pay my AFUED/Adeyemi school fees?
All fees must be paid strictly through the official AFUED student portal using the approved bank or online payment channels indicated on your generated invoice. Students should avoid making payments through third-party agents or unofficial platforms.