UNIABUJA Courses, Requirements, Fees & Admission 2026/2027

University of Abuja (UNIABUJA): Courses, Requirements, Fees & Admission Guide 2026/2027

University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) is a federal university in the Federal Capital Territory and one of the major universities serving students in Abuja and across Nigeria. The university was established in 1988 as a dual-mode institution with conventional and distance-learning programmes. Its main campus is along Abuja-Airport Road, while the university also operates from its Mini Campus in Gwagwalada.

This guide covers UNIABUJA courses, UTME and O’level requirements, Post-UTME screening, Direct Entry, cut-off information, fees, application steps and what candidates should do after applying. The university’s current 2026/2027 undergraduate portal shows a Post-UTME application deadline of Sunday, October 4, 2026. Since today’s date is after that deadline, candidates should not assume that a new application can still be submitted unless the university officially extends or reopens the exercise.

About the University of Abuja

The University of Abuja was established in January 1988 with a mandate to run both conventional and distance-learning academic programmes. The university’s official information says it currently has nine faculties, the College of Health Sciences, a School of Remedial Studies, a Centre for Distance Learning, an Institute of Education and other academic units.

The university operates from its Main Campus on Abuja-Airport Road and its Mini Campus in Gwagwalada. The Main Campus houses facilities and academic units including faculties of Agriculture, Arts, Engineering, Management Sciences and Sciences, as well as the College of Health Sciences and other centres.

Some current University of Abuja pages also use the name Yakubu Gowon University. The university’s public admission pages and undergraduate portal continue to use University of Abuja and UNIABUJA terminology, so applicants should follow the exact name shown on the official admission portal and their JAMB records when completing an application.

UNIABUJA Courses and Programmes

UNIABUJA offers programmes across a wide range of disciplines. Examples include:

Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Administration and related management programmes
Economics, Political Science, Sociology and other social science programmes
English, History, Philosophy, Religious Studies and other arts and humanities programmes
Education programmes across several teaching subjects
Computer Science, Information Technology and other computing-related fields
Engineering programmes including Civil, Chemical, Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical and related disciplines
Agriculture and agricultural science programmes
Law and legal studies
Medicine, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science and other health-related programmes, subject to programme-specific requirements
Natural and physical sciences including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and related disciplines

The exact subject combination and O’level requirements depend on the programme. A candidate should therefore check the current JAMB brochure and the specific UNIABUJA programme page instead of assuming that the general university requirement applies to every course.

UNIABUJA UTME Admission Requirements

UNIABUJA’s official undergraduate admission page states that candidates seeking 100-level admission must have credit passes in five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings. At least three of the credits must be in subjects relevant to the degree programme.

Candidates also need an acceptable UTME score and must complete the university’s Post-UTME screening process. The phrase “acceptable UTME score” is important because the required score can depend on the admission exercise and programme. Applicants should use the current admission notice rather than relying on a generic score copied from an older session.

UNIABUJA O’level Requirements

The general university requirement is five relevant O’level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings. The relevant subjects depend on the course.

For example, engineering applicants need the appropriate science subjects. UNIABUJA’s current engineering pages state that candidates require credits in five science subjects including Mathematics, English Language, Physics and Chemistry, with the fifth subject depending on the programme.

Students applying for Medicine, Nursing, Law, Computer Science, Economics or another competitive programme should check the exact subject requirements before selecting or changing their course.

UNIABUJA Direct Entry Requirements

UNIABUJA’s general admission information states that Direct Entry candidates should have at least two A’ Level passes or an equivalent qualification, in addition to five O’level credits including English Language and Mathematics.

The accepted qualifications and level of entry can vary by programme. For example, the university’s engineering admission information says that holders of ND and HND at a minimum of Upper Credit can be considered for entry into 200 and 300 levels respectively, subject to the other requirements.

Direct Entry applicants should make sure their JAMB Direct Entry application, qualification and selected UNIABUJA programme are consistent. Do not assume that an ND, HND, NCE, IJMB or A’level qualification automatically qualifies you for the same entry level in every department.

UNIABUJA Post-UTME 2026/2027

The current UNIABUJA undergraduate application portal provides a Post-UTME application for the 2026/2027 academic session. The portal currently states that registration closes on Sunday, October 4, 2026.

That deadline has now passed. Candidates who did not complete the application before the stated deadline should monitor the official UNIABUJA portal for an extension, reopening or another official instruction. Do not pay anyone who claims to have a private way to reopen a closed application.

The university’s undergraduate portal explains that applicants should enter their JAMB registration number, retrieve their details, complete their basic information, generate an RRR, make payment through the Remita process and then return to the portal to complete registration.

UNIABUJA screening application steps

Visit the official UNIABUJA undergraduate admission portal.
Select the undergraduate application option.
Enter your JAMB registration number and retrieve your details.
Provide a valid phone number and email address.
Generate the Remita Retrieval Reference number when prompted.
Complete payment through the official payment process.
Return to the portal and log in using the required credentials.
Complete the remaining registration information.
Print or save the completed registration form, payment receipt and examination schedule where applicable.

The portal specifically advises applicants to keep their JAMB registration number and surname available and to retain copies of their application and payment documents.

UNIABUJA Cut-Off Mark

It is better to treat UNIABUJA’s admission threshold as a session and programme issue rather than quote one permanent number for every course. The university’s official admission page refers to an acceptable UTME score but does not present one universal current cut-off for every programme.

A candidate should therefore check the current screening notice and the requirements for the chosen course. Meeting the minimum screening requirement does not guarantee admission, especially for programmes with limited spaces and stronger competition.

UNIABUJA School Fees

UNIABUJA charges vary according to programme, student status and the applicable academic session. This guide does not publish an old fee schedule as the confirmed 2026/2027 school fees.

Students should use the official university payment or registration system for the charges applicable to their admission and programme. This is safer than relying on a fee figure posted by an agent or copied from an older session.

Applicants should also keep application or screening charges separate from later registration charges. A Post-UTME payment is not the same thing as school fees.

What Happens After UNIABUJA Screening?

Submitting a Post-UTME application does not mean that admission has been granted. Candidates still have to satisfy the university’s admission conditions and complete the applicable JAMB admission process.

After the screening stage, monitor the official UNIABUJA admission channels and your JAMB CAPS account. If an admission offer appears on CAPS, read the offer carefully and complete the required acceptance step. After that, follow the university’s instructions for clearance, registration and documentation.

Documents to Prepare for UNIABUJA Admission

Keep your JAMB registration details, O’level result information, passport photograph, payment evidence and relevant Direct Entry certificates available where applicable. The exact documents required can change between application, screening and final clearance stages.

Before uploading a document, check the current instruction on the official portal. Avoid sending sensitive JAMB login details to agents or anyone who claims they can guarantee admission.

Common UNIABUJA Admission Mistakes

Using an old UTME cut-off figure as though it is the current rule.
Choosing a course without checking its JAMB subject combination.
Assuming that the general five-credit requirement is identical for every programme.
Missing the application deadline and then paying an unofficial agent who promises to reopen the form.
Entering an incorrect JAMB registration number or personal detail.
Making payment through a link that did not come from the official university portal.
Failing to save the payment receipt and completed application form.
Ignoring JAMB CAPS after completing the university screening process.

UNIABUJA Admission FAQs

What are the general admission requirements for UNIABUJA?

The university states that 100-level candidates need five relevant O’level credits including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings, plus an acceptable UTME score and the required Post-UTME screening.

Does UNIABUJA accept two O’level sittings?

Yes. The university’s general undergraduate admission requirements allow the five required credits to be obtained in not more than two sittings. Course-specific requirements still apply.

Does UNIABUJA accept Direct Entry?

Yes. The university’s admission information provides a Direct Entry route and states that candidates should have at least two A’ Level passes or equivalent qualifications in addition to the required O’level credits. Programme-specific requirements apply.

When did UNIABUJA 2026/2027 Post-UTME registration close?

The current undergraduate portal states that the deadline was Sunday, October 4, 2026. Since that date has passed, applicants should check the official portal for any extension or reopening before attempting to apply.

How much are UNIABUJA school fees for 2026/2027?

The applicable amount depends on the programme and current registration schedule. This guide does not present an older fee list as a confirmed 2026/2027 figure. Students should use the official university payment system for the amount attached to their registration.

Where is UNIABUJA located?

The university’s Main Campus is along Abuja-Airport Road in the Federal Capital Territory. The university also operates its Mini Campus in Gwagwalada.