COOU School Fees 2026/2027 | Full Breakdown & Payment Guide

COOU School Fees 2026/2027: Are you a prospective student or parent preparing for admission to Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), formerly known as Anambra State University, for the 2026/2027 academic session? Securing admission is just the first step; understanding the financial requirements is crucial for a smooth registration process.

Estimated COOU School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

COOU fees are categorized into three groups: Medical/Pharmaceutical/Health Sciences, Professional Courses (such as Law and Engineering), and Non-Professional Courses (including Arts and Education).

1. New Students (Freshers) – Total Financial Outlay

New students pay the highest fees to cover development levies and one-time registration costs.

Faculty / Course Category	Estimated Fees (Freshers)
Medicine & Surgery	₦400,000 – ₦420,000
Pharmaceutical Sciences	₦350,000 – ₦380,000
Law	₦300,000 – ₦330,000
Professional Courses (Engineering, Architecture, Medical Lab)	₦200,000 – ₦250,000
Science-Based Courses (Microbiology, Computer Sci, etc.)	₦140,000 – ₦160,000
Non-Professional Courses (Arts, Social Sciences, Education)	₦120,000 – ₦140,000

• Note: This fee is typically generated directly on the student portal. The figures provided are estimates to assist you in budgeting.

2. Returning Students (200L – Final Year)

Returning students typically pay a reduced fee as they advance to higher levels.

Course Category	Estimated Fees (Returning)
Medicine & Surgery	₦390,000 – ₦405,000
Law	₦280,000 – ₦300,000
Other Professional Courses	₦150,000 – ₦180,000
Non-Professional Courses	₦110,000 – ₦130,000

Other Compulsory Fees (One-Time Payments)

Along with the sessional school fees, newly admitted students are required to pay these mandatory bills immediately after their admission.

1. Acceptance Fee (Confirmed)

This is a non-refundable fee that confirms your acceptance of the admission offer.

• Confirmed Amount: ₦60,000

• Status: You must pay this before printing your Admission Letter or proceeding with faculty clearance.

2. Admission Status Checking Fee

Before you can pay your acceptance fee, you often need to generate an invoice to check your admission status on the portal.

• Amount: ₦1,750

3. Change of Course Fee

If you are admitted to a department different from your application, or if you want to change departments (for example, from Microbiology to Nursing), a fee will be required.

• Medicine, Law, Pharmacy, Nursing: ₦35,000

• Other Courses: The fees for the professional courses listed above are fixed at N35,000, although some variations may occur.

COOU Hostel Accommodation Fees

Accommodation in hostels at both the Igbariam and Uli campuses is optional.

• Warning: In late 2024, rumors spread that hostel fees had risen to N100,000. The University Management officially denied this claim.

• Estimated Fee: The cost is between ₦40,000 and ₦60,000 per session, depending on the hostel block.

• Allocation: Hostels are assigned on a strict “first-come, first-served” basis. You may apply for a hostel space only after successfully paying your school fees.

How to Pay COOU School Fees Online (Step-by-Step)

All payments must be made digitally through the university’s portal using the Remita platform. Do not pay cash to any individual.

1. Visit the Portal: Go to portal.coou.edu.ng.

2. Check Admission (Freshers):

   • Click on the “Check Admission Status” button.

   • Generate an invoice for N1,750. You can make the payment using your card or at a bank.

   • Once you have received confirmation, please generate your Acceptance Fee Invoice for ₦60,000 and proceed with the payment.

3. Generate School Fee Invoice:

   • Once you have paid the acceptance fee, please log in to the portal.

   • Navigate to the “School Fees” tab.

   • Choose the Academic Session for 2026/2027 and indicate your Level (for example, 100 Level).

   • To create a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR), click on “Generate Invoice.”

4. Make Payment:

   • Online: You can make instant payments using your ATM card (MasterCard, Visa, or Verve).

   • Bank Branch: Print the invoice and visit any commercial bank, such as Fidelity, Zenith, UBA, or EcoBank, to pay in cash using the RRR code.

5. Verify & Print:

   • After completing your payment, please return to the portal to verify the transaction.

   • Print your School Fees Receipt and your Course Registration Form.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I pay COOU school fees in installments? A: COOU typically requires full payment at the start of the session. While some faculties may have internal arrangements, the official portal policy generally mandates 100% payment to facilitate course registration.

Q: Is the Acceptance Fee part of the School Fees? A: No. The acceptance fee of ₦60,000 must be paid before the main school fees to secure your admission slot.

Q: What happens if I don’t pay the Acceptance Fee on time? A: The admission offer is valid for a limited period of 2 to 4 weeks. If payment is not received within this timeframe, you may lose your admission, allowing candidates on the waiting list a chance to fill your spot.

Q: Is the Post-UTME form still on sale? A: For the 2026/2027 academic year, the form is expected to go on sale around July or August 2026, and the cost is usually ₦2,000.

If you have any questions or need further clarification on any topic, please feel free to ask in the comments section below. Our team is here to assist you and ensure you have all the information you need. We appreciate your engagement and look forward to helping you!