Nasarawa State University (NSUK) School Fees 2026/2027 | Full Breakdown

Nasarawa State University (NSUK) School Fees 2026/2027: Are you a prospective student or parent preparing for admission to Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) for the 2026/2027 academic session? As one of the most affordable state-owned universities in North-Central Nigeria, NSUK is a popular choice for thousands of applicants.

Estimated NSUK School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

NSUK has a differential fee structure. Indigenes of Nasarawa State pay a subsidized rate, while non-indigenes pay a slightly higher fee. Furthermore, students in the College of Health Sciences incur significantly higher costs due to clinical training requirements.

1. Regular Undergraduate Fees (Freshers)

Freshers pay higher fees to cover one-time registration costs, including matriculation, result verification, and ID cards.

Student Category	Estimated Fees (Indigenes)	Estimated Fees (Non-Indigenes)
Arts, Social Sciences & Education	₦65,000 – ₦70,000	₦100,000 – ₦110,000
Science & Agriculture	₦70,000 – ₦75,000	₦105,000 – ₦115,000
Law	₦80,000 – ₦90,000	₦120,000 – ₦130,000

• Breakdown: The fee generally includes tuition for non-indigenous students, registration, examinations, library access, sports, medical services (TSHIP), and ICT levies.

2. Returning Students (200L – Final Year)

Returning students benefit from a reduced fee structure as they have fulfilled their entry requirements. Based on verified invoices for 2024/2025:

• Science / Arts (Returning): ₦58,415 – ₦65,000

• Key Invoice Insight: A confirmed invoice for a 200-level Computer Science student indicated a total of ₦58,415, with a tuition component of only ₦15,000.

3. College of Health & Medical Sciences (Special Fees)

Students enrolled in Nursing, Medical Lab Science, and Community Health programs have a distinct fee structure.

• Freshers (Health Sciences): ₦144,000 – ₦169,000

• Returning Students: ₦100,000 – ₦115,000

Other Compulsory Fees (One-Time Payments)

In addition to the sessional school fees, newly admitted students must pay these mandatory bills immediately upon admission.

1. Acceptance Fee

This is a non-refundable fee paid to confirm your acceptance of the admission offer.

• Regular Undergraduate: ₦10,300 – ₦15,000

• Health Sciences/Professional Courses: ₦20,000 – ₦30,000

• Status: This must be paid before you can print your Admission Letter or proceed to generate your main school fee invoice.

2. Postgraduate Fees (2026/2027 Estimate)

For students applying for PGD, Master’s, and PhD programs, the fees are significantly higher.

• PGD: ₦249,900 (Session Total for Freshers)

• M.Sc (Academic): ₦261,240 (Session Total)

• PhD: ₦276,390 (Session Total)

  NSUK Hostel Accommodation Fees

Accommodation in hostels at the Keffi campus is optional but highly competitive. The university has a limited number of bed spaces allocated on a strictly “First-Come, First-Served” basis.

• Standard Bed Space: ₦20,000 – ₦35,000 per session.

• Off-Campus Options: Due to a shortage of on-campus housing, most students reside in private lodges located in the High Court, Angwan Lambu, or Dadinkowa areas.

  • Single Room (Off-Campus): ₦70,000 – ₦120,000 per year.

  • Self-Contain (Off-Campus): ₦150,000 – ₦250,000 per year.

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

All payments must be made digitally through the university’s Central Billing System (CBS) using Remita. Do not pay cash to any individual.

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

2. Log In:

   • Freshers: Log in using your JAMB Registration Number as your username. The password is typically 123456 or as indicated on your admission slip.

   • Returning Students: Log in with your Matriculation Number and Password.

3. Generate Invoice:

   • Navigate to “My Fees” or “School Fees”.

   • Select the 2026/2027 Academic Session.

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

4. Make Payment:

   • Online: Pay instantly with your ATM card (MasterCard/Visa/Verve).

   • Bank Branch: Print the invoice and visit any commercial bank (Zenith, Keystone, UBA, etc.) to pay cash using the RRR code.

5. Verify & Print:

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

   • Print your School Fees Receipt and Course Registration Form.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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

Q: Why do Non-Indigenes pay more? A: Nasarawa State University, being a state-owned institution, receives subsidies for its indigene education. Non-indigenes are required to pay higher tuition fees to account for the unsubsidized portion.

Q: When will the 2026/2027 session start? A: Based on the previous academic calendar, the session is projected to commence in late 2026 (likely October/November).