Abia State University School Fees 2024/2025

Abia State University (ABSU) is one of the well-known higher learning institutions in Nigeria, located in Uturu, Abia State. ABSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs aimed at equipping students with the knowledge and skills required for success in various fields. For prospective and returning students, understanding the cost of education at ABSU is a crucial part of planning for the academic year. Students must consider the ABSU school fees for the 2024/2025 session before resumption as the school fees vary depending on the level of study, the program, and sometimes even the student’s course of study.

It is essential for fresh students looking forward to beginning their studies or a returning student to consider the school fees and have up-to-date information about the fees to ensure they are prepared financially. In this article, we will show you the ABSU school fees for the 2024/2025 academic session providing a detailed breakdown, including fees for both new and returning students, and explain how they might differ based on the program and other factors. This will serve as a guide for anyone looking to understand the Abia State University School fee structure for the coming academic year.

Abia State University School Fees 2024/2025

For the 2024/2025 academic year, Abia State University (ABSU) charges school fees ranging from N48,000 to N56,000 for new students and N40,000 to N56,000 for returning students. New students are advised to check the official ABSU website for the specific fees for their department. Payments are made through the university’s online portal and fees for part-time, postgraduate, direct entry, and fresh students differ and can be found on the ABSU website.

The information below outlines the tuition and fees for various undergraduate programs at Abia State University, Uturu:

Tuition Fees by Program and Level

Category A (Programs: Medicine & Surgery, Medical Lab Science, Optometry, Nursing Sciences, Law, Accountancy, Architecture, Estate Management)

• 600 Level: N40,000 per semester
• 200 Level and above N56,000 per semester
• 100 Level (First Year): N56,000 per semester
• Additional Fees for New Students: The Acceptance Fee is N50,000, the Accreditation Fee is N30,000, and the  Development Fee is N50,000

Category B (Programs: Banking & Finance, Marketing, Management, Economics, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Political Science, Mass Communication, History, International Relations)

• 600 Level: N52,000 per semester
• 200 Level and above N52,000 per semester
• 100 Level (First Year): N52,000 per semester
• Additional Fees for New Students: The Acceptance Fee is N45,000, the Accreditation Fee is N25,000, and the Development Fee is N30,000.

Category C (Other Programs not listed above)

• 600 Level: N48,000 per semester
• 200 Level and above N48,000 per semester
• 100 Level (First Year): N48,000 per semester
• Additional Fees for New Students: The Acceptance Fee is N40,000, the Accreditation Fee is N20,000, and the Development Fee is N20,000

Accommodation Fees (Optional)

• Full-bed space (per session): N50,000
• Half-bed space (per session): N25,000

Other Important Notes

• Tuition Payment: It is recommended that students pay their tuition for both the first and second semesters at once to reduce transaction costs and for convenience.
• Course Registration: Students must complete online course registration at the start of each semester.
• Payment Method: All fees are paid through e-payment to any of the following banks:
  • ABSU Microfinance Bank, Uturu
  • First Bank Nigeria Plc (Branches nationwide)
  • Zenith Bank Nigeria Plc (Branches nationwide)
  • Fidelity Bank Plc (Branches nationwide)
  • Union Bank of Nigeria Plc (Branches nationwide)
  • Mainstreet Bank Ltd (Branches nationwide)
  • Eco Bank Nigeria (Branches nationwide)
  • Keystone Bank Ltd (Branches nationwide)
  • Diamond Bank Plc (Branches nationwide)
• Special Fees:
• Law students are mandated to pay a Legal Clinic fee of N2,250 through the ABSU Microfinance Bank draft.
• Medical and Science students (400-600 level): Must pay a Practical Fee of N2,950 via ABSU Microfinance Bank draft.
• Agricultural students and students in Vocational Education & Education Science: Must also pay a Practical Fee of N2,950 via ABSU Microfinance Bank draft.
• GST Carryover students: Must pay N1,000 via ABSU Microfinance Bank into the Miscellaneous Account.
• Field Trip for Faculty of Environmental Studies students: N1,000 payable via ABSU Microfinance Bank into the Miscellaneous Account.
• French Language students: Must pay a Professional Fee of N2,500 via ABSU Microfinance Bank draft.
• Accreditation Fee of 30,000

Deadline

The deadline for the payment of fees has not been released yet and once it is done we will update this article as soon as possible. Any fees not paid within the first 4 weeks of a semester will incur a N5,000 late penalty.

If fees are not paid within 6 weeks, the student’s registration will be canceled by university regulations. Students are advised to make payments on or before the approved deadline.

Steps to Pay the ABSU School Fees

To pay your fees, students can follow the following steps:

1. Go to the Abia State University Official website at www.abiastateuniversity.edu.ng
2. Login to your dashboard in the student portal with your username and password.
3. On the site, generate a receipt for the school fees payment.
4. Once you have successfully generated a receipt, proceed to make payment.
5. Take a printout of the payment receipt.

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