Oduduwa University School Fees for All Courses
Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu (OUI), is a private university located in Ile-Ife, Osun State, established in 2009 by Chief Ramon Adedoyin. Licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC), the university has built a reputation as one of the more affordable private universities in Nigeria, offering a range of programmes in Engineering, Sciences, Social Sciences, Management, and Postgraduate Studies. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of what students should expect to pay across all courses.
Overview of OUI’s Fee Structure
Oduduwa University charges tuition per semester, and the amount depends on:
The course of study — Engineering, Computer Science, and lab-based courses generally cost more than Arts, Management, or Social Science courses.
Student status — New (fresh) students pay additional one-off charges (acceptance fee, books fee, matriculation-related costs) on top of tuition, while returning students pay a slightly reduced, standardised semester charge.
Both indigenes and non-indigenes of Ipetumodu pay the same tuition rates — unlike many state universities, OUI does not operate a differentiated indigene/non-indigene fee system.
School Fees for New (Fresh) Students
New students at OUI pay tuition fees ranging from about ₦185,000 to ₦245,000 per semester, depending on the course, in addition to some compulsory one-off charges. A Pre-Degree/Access Degree option is also available at a lower rate for students who need a bridging programme before full admission.
Course
Fee Per Semester
B.Sc. Physics, B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry, B.Sc. Computer Engineering, B.Sc. Estate Management, B.Sc. Quantity Surveying
₦185,000
B.Sc. Public Administration, B.Sc. Political Science, B.Sc. Architecture, B.Sc. Electrical & Electronic Engineering, B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering, B.Sc. Banking & Finance
₦195,000
B.Sc. Economics, B.Sc. Accounting, B.Sc. Mass Communication, B.Sc. Business Administration, B.Sc. International Relations, B.Sc. Microbiology, B.Sc. Computer Science, B.Sc. Biochemistry
₦245,000
Pre-Degree / Access Degree
₦98,000
Part-Time Degrees
₦150,000
Additional compulsory charges for new students:
Acceptance fee: ₦50,000 (non-refundable, paid on a separate bank teller from tuition)
Books fee: ₦10,000
Internet/ICT fee: ₦2,500
Depending on the course and these added charges, total first-semester costs for new students can range from roughly ₦98,000 (Pre-Degree) up to about ₦350,000 for the more expensive professional/science-based programmes once all levies are included.
School Fees for Returning Students
Returning students pay a standardised semester fee that excludes fresher-only charges like acceptance and matriculation fees, but includes a hospitality fee (₦8,000) and library fee (₦2,000) added to their base tuition.
Course Category
Tuition
Hospitality
Library
Total
Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, International Relations, Public Administration, Political Science, Banking & Finance, Mathematics, Architecture, Estate Management, Quantity Surveying
₦160,000
₦8,000
₦2,000
₦170,000
Physics with Electronics
₦185,000
₦8,000
₦2,000
₦195,000
Computer Engineering
₦185,000
₦8,000
₦2,000
₦195,000
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
₦185,000
₦8,000
₦2,000
₦195,000
Microbiology, Biochemistry
₦185,000
₦8,000
₦2,000
₦195,000
Industrial Chemistry
₦185,000
₦8,000
₦2,000
₦195,000
Computer Science
₦185,000
₦8,000
₦2,000
₦195,000
Mass Communication
₦185,000
₦8,000
₦2,000
₦195,000
Overall, returning students typically pay between ₦170,000 and ₦195,000 per semester, somewhat lower than the fresher rate for the same course.
Postgraduate School Fees
OUI offers Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s (M.Sc., MBA, M.Phil), and Ph.D. programmes through its School of Postgraduate Studies.
Programme
Fee
PGD (Full-Time)
₦120,000 per semester
PGD (Part-Time)
₦180,000 per semester
M.Sc./MBA (Full-Time)
₦210,000 per semester
MBA/M.Phil (Part-Time)
₦350,000 per semester
Postgraduate fees generally follow a base tuition structure across programmes, with practical/technical fields such as Computer Science or Engineering-related postgraduate courses attracting an additional levy (commonly cited at around ₦50,000 extra per semester) to cover lab and equipment costs. PGD programmes typically run for two semesters, while Master’s and Ph.D. durations vary by field.
Courses Not Currently Offered
It’s worth noting that, as of the most recent official information, Oduduwa University does not offer Medicine and Surgery (MBBS), and its official fee schedule does not list a Nursing programme either — so prospective students interested in these fields should confirm current offerings directly with the university before assuming these programmes exist there.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
One of OUI’s notable features is its scholarship scheme, funded partly by the university’s founder. Scholarships can cover 25%, 50%, 75%, or even 100% of a student’s tuition fees, based on merit or need. Prospective and current students can apply by collecting a free scholarship form from the Registrar’s Office. Ife indigenes and other qualifying students are among those who have benefited from this programme, which reportedly totals up to ₦50 million awarded yearly.
How to Pay OUI School Fees
Log in to the university’s official portal at www.oduduwauniversity.edu.ng.
Generate your fee invoice for the applicable session/semester.
Make payment through one of the university’s official bank accounts (WEMA Bank, Zenith Bank, UBA, Fidelity Bank, First Bank, Access/Diamond Bank, or GT Bank) or pay directly online via the portal.
New students must pay the acceptance fee (₦50,000) separately, using a different teller from the main tuition payment.
Confirm and verify your payment on the student portal before proceeding to registration.
Staggered/instalment payment is permitted for some students — confirm current terms with the bursary before relying on this option.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How much is Oduduwa University’s school fee per semester?
Undergraduate tuition ranges from about ₦185,000 to ₦245,000 per semester for new students, and roughly ₦170,000 to ₦195,000 for returning students, depending on the course of study.
2. What is the acceptance fee at Oduduwa University?
The acceptance fee is ₦50,000, payable by all newly admitted students on a separate bank teller from their tuition, to secure their admission and matriculation number.
3. Do indigenes and non-indigenes of Ipetumodu pay different fees?
No. Unlike many state-owned universities, Oduduwa University charges the same tuition rates to both indigenes and non-indigenes, since it operates as a private institution.
4. Does Oduduwa University offer Nursing or Medicine and Surgery?
As of the latest available information, OUI’s official fee schedule does not list a Nursing programme, and the university does not currently offer a Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) programme. Prospective students interested in these fields should verify current course offerings directly with the school.
5. Does Oduduwa University offer scholarships to reduce school fees?
Yes. The university offers merit- and need-based scholarships covering 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% of tuition fees. Interested students can apply by obtaining a free scholarship form from the Registrar’s Office.