Olabisi Onabanjo University Courses and Fees

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Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), a respected state university in Ogun State, charges different fees based on your program, faculty, and residency status.

Freshers can expect to pay between ₦71,728 and ₦173,396 in tuition. Non-indigenes typically pay 10%–15% more.

On top of tuition, students cover acceptance fees, accommodation (optional), and other regulatory charges. 

Acceptance and Mandatory Charges for Freshers

Once admitted, freshers pay a ₦70,000 acceptance fee.

They also cover medical screening (₦5,000), matriculation (₦10,000), ICT levy (₦7,500), library fee (₦3,000), sports (₦2,500), and TISHIP + energy levy (₦2,000 + ₦3,500).

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These cover basic regulation and access to facilities.

Tuition Across Faculties and Courses

Medicine & Basic Medical Sciences

  • Medicine & Surgery: ₦173,396

  • Nursing/Physiotherapy: ₦146,530

  • Pharmacy: ₦146,530

  • Basic Medical Sciences: ₦94,236 
     Medical programs demand lab resources and clinical equipment, reflected in higher fees.

Law and Engineering

  • Law: ₦129,996

  • Engineering (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical): ₦113,296

  • Urban & Regional Planning / Architecture: ₦101,046
     Law programs attract heavier fees due to special accreditation, while engineering covers complex lab and workshop costs.

Business & Management Sciences

  • Accounting, Business Admin, Economics, Banking & Finance, Mass Communication: ₦100,536

  • Other Social Science/Management programs: ₦85,012
     These career-focused courses are moderately priced, reflecting market demand.

Arts, Education & Basic Sciences

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  • Arts & Humanities: ₦78,112

  • Education (various): ₦76,828 – ₦79,828

  • Sciences (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Geology, Microbiology): ₦94,236 for some, ₦86,212 for others 
     Arts and entry-level education programs are budget-friendly, while pure sciences cost more due to lab needs.

Agriculture

  • Agricultural Economics, Cooperative/CBM: ₦74,872

  • Other Agriculture courses: ₦71,728 

Accommodation (Hostel) Options

Living on campus is optional but recommended for 100-level students.

Hostels cost ₦55,000–₦80,000 per session, depending on the building.

What’s Covered in These Fees?

Tuition fees include academic costs, development levies, exam fees, and administrative charges.

Additional payments cover health insurance, energy levy, and student welfare levies.

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Professional programs may also have once-off manual/log book fees and TP placements.

How Do These Compare Year-on-Year?

In 2024, tuition ranged from ₦71,728–₦176,396 . The 2025 rates are mostly unchanged, showing consistency year-to-year.

Who Pays More?

Non-indigenes typically pay 10–15% more for tuition. Acceptance fees remain the same. Hostels are charged per room, not affected by indigene status.

How to Pay Your Fees

Payments are made via the OOU student portal, using Remita-generated RRR codes.

Payment can be done online with debit cards, POS, or bank deposits.

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After payment, print and keep your official receipt .

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