Benue State University (BSUM) School Fees 2026/2027 | Full Breakdown & Guide

Benue State University (BSUM) School Fees 2026/2027: Are you a prospective student or parent preparing for admission to Benue State University, Makurdi (BSUM) for the 2026/2027 academic session? As one of the most prestigious state-owned universities in Nigeria, BSUM is renowned for its educational excellence and offers a relatively affordable fee structure compared to other institutions.

Estimated BSUM School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

At Benue State University, school fees are determined by both your State of Origin (Indigene vs. Non-Indigene) and your Faculty (Science vs. Non-Science). Unlike federal universities where tuition is technically free, BSUM charges a modest tuition fee that is significantly subsidised for indigenes.

1. New Students (Freshers) – Total Financial Outlay

Freshers pay a higher fee in their first year to cover one-time registration costs, such as matriculation, ID cards, and verification.

Student Category	Estimated School Fees (Freshers)
Indigenes of Benue State	₦45,000 – ₦70,000
Non-Indigenes	₦70,000 – ₦100,000

• Breakdown: This fee typically covers Tuition, Registration, Library, Sports, Medicals (TSHIP), ID Card, and Examination fees.

• Why the difference? As a state-owned university, the Benue State government subsidises education for its students. Non-indigenes are charged a higher rate to cover the unsubsidized portion of their training.

2. Returning Students (200L – Final Year)

Students returning for another year benefit from a reduced fee structure, as they have already fulfilled their entry requirements.

Student Category	Estimated Fees (Returning)
Indigenes of Benue State	₦35,000 – ₦55,000
Non-Indigenes	₦55,000 – ₦80,000

Note: Students in Law and Medicine (College of Health Sciences) should plan for the upper range of these estimates due to additional professional fees and laboratory costs.

Other Compulsory Fees (One-Time Payments)

Newly admitted students must pay the mandatory fees immediately after enrollment, in addition to the sessional school fees.

1. Acceptance Fee

This is a non-refundable fee paid to confirm that you have accepted the admission offer.

• Confirmed Amount: ₦25,000

• Status: You must pay this before printing your Admission Letter or generating your main school fee invoice.

2. Admission Verification Fee

Before paying the acceptance fee, you must first verify your admission status on the portal by paying a small fee.

• Amount: ₦3,000 (Recently adjusted from N1,500)

3. Post-UTME Screening Fee

• Amount: ₦2,000 (Paid during the application phase).

BSUM Hostel Accommodation Fees

Hostel accommodation at Benue State University is optional, but it is highly competitive due to the limited number of bed spaces available on the main campus.

• Estimated Fee: ₦10,000 – ₦25,000 per session (Subject to review for new sessions).

• Payment Rule: Hostel fees are paid separately from school fees.

• Procedure:

  1. You must have paid your school fees first.

  2. Log in to the student portal and click on “Hostel Application”.

  3. Reserve a bed space (if available).

  4. Crucial: Payment must be made within 24 hours of the reservation; otherwise, the space will be revoked and reallocated.

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

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

1. Visit the Portal: Go to portal.bsum.edu.ng or bsum.edu.ng.

2. Log In:

   • Freshers: Use your JAMB Registration Number as your Username.

   • Returning Students: Use your Matriculation Number.

3. Generate Invoice:

   • Click on “Financials” or “Payment”.

   • Select the 2026/2027 Academic Session.

   • Click “Generate Invoice” to create a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR).

4. Make Payment:

   • Option A (Online): Pay instantly with your ATM card (MasterCard/Visa/Verve) via Quickteller or Interswitch.

   • Option B (Bank): Print the invoice and visit any commercial bank (Fidelity, Zenith, GTB, Sterling, etc.) to pay cash using the RRR code.

5. Verify & Print:

   • After payment, return to the portal to verify the transaction.

   • Print your Payment Receipt and Course Registration Form.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I pay BSUM school fees in instalments? A: BSUM usually requires full payment at the start of the session for course registration. Instalment options are seldom available for undergraduate students.

Q: Is the Acceptance Fee part of the School Fees? A: No. BSUM generally requires full payment at the start of the session to allow for course registration. Payment options in instalments are seldom available for undergraduate students.

Q: When will the 2026/2027 session start? A: Based on the previous academic calendar, where admission lists were released around March, the 2026/2027 session is expected to begin in late 2026.

Q: Does BSUM accept the Federal Student Loan (NELFUND)? A: As a state university, Benue State University (BSUM) is part of the second phase of the NELFUND rollout. Please check the nelf.gov.ng portal closer to your resumption date to see if applications are open for students at Benue State University.

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