NOK University (Federal University of Applied Sciences) School Fees 2026/2027

NOK University (Federal University of Applied Sciences) School Fees 2026/2027: Are you looking for the school fees for NOK University, Kachia? If you have been searching online, you might be seeing conflicting information—some sites listing private university fees (in millions) and others mentioning a government takeover. Here is the most important update you need to know before applying: NOK University is no longer a private university. Following a final forfeiture order by the Federal High Court in 2024, the institution was handed over to the Federal Government and renamed the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia (FUASK).

Estimated NOK University School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. Tuition Fees by Faculty (2026/2027)

Under the Federal Government, tuition is technically “free,” but students pay for Service Charges (Registration, ICT, Library, Sports, Labs, etc.). Since this is a specialized “University of Applied Sciences,” fees are slightly higher than those of a regular federal university to cover practical consumables.

Faculty of Health Sciences (Proposed)

• Courses: Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science (MLS).

• Projected Total Fee: ₦180,000 – ₦250,000 per session.

• Breakdown: This covers departmental levies, clinical rotation fees, and laboratory charges.

• Comparison: As a private university (NOK), this would have cost over ₦850,000.

Faculty of Science & Computing

• Courses: Computer Science, Cyber Security, Microbiology, and Biotechnology.

• Projected Total Fee: ₦120,000 – ₦160,000 per session.

• Note: New federal universities often charge around this range to maintain their new infrastructure.

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

• Courses: Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Building Technology.

• Projected Total Fee: ₦130,000 – ₦170,000 per session.

2. Mandatory “Startup” Fees for Freshers

As a 100-level or Direct Entry student, your first-year bill will be higher than returning students due to one-off payments.

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
Acceptance Fee	₦20,000 – ₦30,000	Non-refundable fee to secure admission.
Medical Registration	₦10,000	TISHIP/Health Insurance contribution.
Matriculation Fee	₦5,000 – ₦10,000	Gown rental and ceremony.
ID Card	₦5,000	Smart student ID.
Verification Fee	₦10,000	Verification of WAEC/NECO results.

• Total Additional Budget: ~₦60,000 (on top of the school charges).

3. Accommodation & Hostel Fees

The university inherited state-of-the-art hostels from the former private NOK University management. However, because it is now Federal, the rates are subsidized, though likely higher than the typical “₦90 per bed space” of older generations.

• Standard Hostel Fee: ₦40,000 – ₦60,000 per session.

• Facilities: The hostels are modern and secure, located within the Kachia campus.

• Status: Accommodation is competitive. Freshers are usually given priority, but you must pay immediately after your screening to secure a bed.

4. Why the Change from NOK to FUASK?

If you are confused about the name change:

• Former Status: NOK University was established as the first indigenous private university in Southern Kaduna.

• Transition: Due to legal issues involving the initial funding, the assets were forfeited to the Federal Government.

• Current Status: In 2024/2025, the Federal Government converted it to the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia.

• Benefit: This transition has saved parents millions of Naira. The facilities remain top-tier (private standard), but the fees are now government-regulated.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the university still called NOK University? Officially, No. It is now the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia. However, many locals and transport operators in Kaduna still refer to it as “NOK University.”

2. Are the courses still the same? Yes, and likely more. The Federal Government has retained the focus on Sciences, Technology, and Health, but may expand the curriculum to include more specialized “Applied Science” courses like Data Science and Forensic Science.

3. How do I apply? You must apply through JAMB UTME. You can no longer just “buy a form” like in private universities.

• JAMB Change of Institution: You may need to look for “Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia” on the JAMB portal. If it hasn’t appeared yet, keep checking under “NOK University” as JAMB sometimes takes time to update names.

4. Is the Acceptance Fee refundable? No. Once paid, the Acceptance Fee is non-refundable.