Ekiti State University, abbreviated and commonly known as EKSU through its publication channel, has dropped the school fees list for the 2026/2027 academic session for both freshers, who are the newly admitted students, and returning students, who are students who are currently in 200 level and above.
The University published school fees list is EKSU’s committed effort to making sure that the public and students are not withheld from important information regarding the University school fees structure and also other matters like admission.
As part of our commitment as an education website, which is to make sure that apart from other functions we are to do, including in this, is to make sure that students across all Nigerian higher learning institutions have access to school fees.
Are you returning students or fresher? Get to understand the school fees paid in EKSU so as to prepare you ahead financially for the school fees payment.
Courses offered in Ekiti State University (EKSU)
• Agricultural Economics and Extension Services
• Animal Production & Health Sciences
• Crop, Horticulture and Landscape Design
• Soil Resources and Environmental Management
• Forestry Resources and Wildlife Management
• Fisheries and Aquaculture Management
• Religious Studies
• Islamic Religious Studies/Arabic
• Christian Religious Studies
• English & Literary Studies
• History & International Studies
• Linguistics & Nigeria Languages
• Theatre and Media Arts
• French
• Yoruba
• Philosophy
• English Education
• French Education
• Yoruba Education
• Education: Christian Religious Studies
• Education: Arabic Studies
• Education History
• Biology Education
• Mathematics Education
• Chemistry Education
• Basic/Integrated Science Education
• Computer Science Education
• Physics Education
• Social Studies
• Economics Education
• Political Science Education
• Geography Education
• Agricultural Education
• Library and Information Science
• Mechanical Technology
• Building and Woodwork Technology
• Electrical/Electronic Technology
• Business Education
• Accounting
• Marketing
• Office Management
• Educational Technology
• Guidance and Counselling
• Nursery & Primary/Early Childhood Education
• Test, Measurement and Evaluation
• Human Kinetics/Physical & Health Education
• Health Education
• Adult Education
• Educational Management
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Law
• Accounting
• Banking and Finance
• Business Administration
• Actuarial Science
• Entrepreneurship
• Insurance
• Cooperative Studies
• Marketing
• Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
• Medicine and Surgery
• Nursing
• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Industrial Chemistry
• Geology
• Geophysics
• Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Statistics
• Microbiology
• Physics
• Plant Sciences and Biotechnology
• Science Laboratory Technology
• Zoology
• Economics
• Geography and Planning Science
• Tourism Studies
• Psychology
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Environmental Management
EKSU school fees for fresher and returning students 2026/2027
| S/N | Course/Programme | Indigene (₦) | Non-Indigene (₦) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Food Science and Nutrition Technology | 357,500 | 457,500 |
| 2 | Other Agricultural Science Courses | 357,500 | 457,500 |
| 3 | French | 330,000 | 405,000 |
| 4 | Theatre and Media Arts | 330,000 | 405,000 |
| 5 | Other Arts Courses | 307,500 | 382,500 |
| 6 | Sciences, Geography, French and Vocational Technology Education | 262,500 | 322,500 |
| 7 | Human Kinetics and Health Education | 262,500 | 322,500 |
| 8 | Other Education Courses | 247,500 | 322,500 |
| 9 | Engineering | 405,500 | 502,500 |
| 10 | Law | 607,500 | 757,500 |
| 11 | Management Sciences | 307,500 | 382,500 |
| 12 | Mass Communication | 375,500 | 450,000 |
| 13 | Other Multidisciplinary Studies | 307,500 | 382,500 |
| 14 | Zoology, Plant Science, Geology and Geophysics | 382,500 | 472,500 |
| 15 | Other Science Laboratory Technology Courses | 357,500 | 457,500 |
| 16 | Geography, Tourism, Environmental Management and Psychology | 322,500 | 397,500 |
| 17 | Other Social Science Courses | 307,500 | 382,500 |
| 18 | Anatomy | 532,500 | 607,500 |
| 19 | Physiology | 532,500 | 607,500 |
| 20 | Nursing Science | 607,500 | 757,500 |
| 21 | Medical Laboratory Science | 607,500 | 757,500 |
| 22 | Medicine and Surgery | 982,500 | 1,132,500 |
| 23 | Pharmacy | 800,000 | 900,000 |
EKSU Acceptance Fee for 2026/2027
| Category | Acceptance Fee (₦) |
|---|---|
| Law, Nursing, Anatomy, Physiology, Surgery and Medicine | 112,000 |
| Other Courses | 62,000 |
EKSU Faculty and Smart School Dues
| Category | Amount (₦) |
|---|---|
| Faculty Due (All Faculties and Programmes) | 15,000 |
| Smart School Due (All Faculties and Programmes) | 20,000 |
EKSU Hostel Fee
Hostel accommodation is available in EKSU, the off-campus hostel, and their prices vary. If you are looking for a less expensive hostel, then you should consider the on-campus hostel, as it is less expensive compared to the off-campus hostel.
On-campus hostel prices range from ₦70,000 to ₦100,000 per session, while for off-campus, the prices can be very expensive, ranging from ₦150,000 to ₦500,000.
Hostel Application Procedure
° Write an application letter requesting hostel accommodation.
° Submit the application letter to the Directorate of Students’ Affairs, Room 2.
° Newly admitted students should attach their admission letter, evidence of acceptance fee payment, and one passport photograph to the application letter.
° Returning students should attach evidence of school fees payment and one passport photograph to the application letter.
° Submit the application within the stipulated period.
° Check for the list of shortlisted applicants, which will be published for further processing.
Important Notice: Do not make any payment until you are instructed to do so. Late applications may not be considered.
How To Pay EKSU School Fees
° Visit the EKSU portal: https://eksuportal.eksu.edu.ng/login
° Enter your JAMB Registration Number as your username.
° Use “password1” as your default password.
° After logging in, change your password immediately for security.
° On your dashboard, click “Fees Payment.”
° Under the payment section, select “Pay Now.”
° Provide your active email address and phone number.
° Click “Make Payment.”
° When a new page appears, select “Pay Now” again to confirm.
° Enter your ATM card details carefully.
° Your bank will send you a One-Time Password (OTP).
° Enter the OTP to complete your payment.
° After successful payment, you will be redirected to the EKSU portal.
Important Note: If you are not yet sure about how to make the payment, do well to contact the University Bursary or make use of the cafe guy outside and inside the institution premises to make the payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
° How much are EKSU school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session?
EKSU School Fees for 2026/2027 depend on the faculty and the status of the students as an indignant or non-indignant, but for proper estimation regardless of the faculty or course, the school fees range from ₦247,500 to ₦982,500 for indignant and from ₦322,500 to ₦1,132,500 for non-indignant.
° How much is the EKSU acceptance fee for freshers in 2026/2027?
The EKSU acceptance fee for every course for a fresher is ₦62,000 except for courses like nursing, anatomy, physiology, medicine and surgery, which will be ₦112,000.
° Can I pay EKSU school fees in instalments?
For the school payment structure, students should make enquiries at the university bursary department regarding whether they can pay twice or they are mandated to pay once.
° Does EKSU charge different fees for residents and non-residents?
Yes, EKSU does charge different fees for indignee and non-indignee. Indignee does pay a a lesser fee than indignee.
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