Delta State Polytechnic Ozoro School Fees 2026/2027 | The Complete Fee Schedule (DSUST)

Delta State Polytechnic Ozoro School Fees 2026/2027: Are you planning to resume at Ozoro? If you are searching for “Delta State Polytechnic Ozoro School Fees,” you need to know one critical fact first: The institution has been upgraded. It is no longer a Polytechnic. It is now fully chartered as the Delta State University of Science and Technology (DSUST), Ozoro. While it still runs a Diploma Programme (which replaces the old ND), the main focus is now on Degree (B.Sc) programs. This means the “cheap” polytechnic fees of the past (₦40,000) are gone for degree students. The new fee structure reflects its University status. However, for those admitted into the Diploma stream, fees remain relatively lower.

This guide details the projected school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, breaking down the costs for Degree (Freshers), Diploma, and Direct Entry students, and the correct portal to use.

Estimated Delta State Polytechnic Ozoro School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. Acceptance Fee (Freshers Only)

Before you pay your main tuition, you must secure your admission. This applies whether you are admitted for a Degree or a diploma.

• Degree (B.Sc) Acceptance Fee:

  • Projected Amount: ₦30,000 – ₦45,000.

• Diploma Acceptance Fee:

  • Projected Amount: ₦20,000 – ₦25,000.

• Status: Strictly Non-Refundable.

• Deadline: Usually 2 weeks after admission notification.

• Warning: If you do not pay this fee within the stipulated time, the portal automatically revokes your admission.

2. Tuition & Registration Fees Breakdown (2026/2027 Projection)

Because the school is now a University, fees vary significantly depending on whether you are studying a Science course or a Management course, and whether you are in the Degree or Diploma stream.

A. Degree Programme (B.Sc) Fees

This is for students admitted via JAMB UTME into 100 Level.

• Faculty of Science / Engineering / Computing:

  • Projected Total: ₦180,000 – ₦210,000 per session.

  • Why is it higher? University education involves higher service charges, laboratory consumables, and development levies compared to the old polytechnic system.

• Faculty of Administration & Management:

  • Projected Total: ₦150,000 – ₦180,000 per session.

• Returning Students (200L – 400L):

  • Projected: ₦120,000 – ₦150,000.

B. Diploma Programme Fees

If you did not make the JAMB cutoff for the degree, you might be admitted into the Regular Diploma program (equivalent to the old ND).

• Diploma Year 1 (Freshers):

  • Projected Total: ₦70,000 – ₦90,000.

• Diploma Year 2:

  • Projected: ₦60,000 – ₦75,000.

C. HND-to-B.Sc Conversion

Many old graduates of “Delta Poly Ozoro” return for the Conversion Programme to upgrade their HND to a University Degree.

• Application Fee: ₦30,000 (Non-refundable).

• Tuition: ₦200,000 – ₦250,000 per session (Projected).

3. The “Hidden” Charges (Budget for These)

The fee listed on your portal invoice is the main bulk, but to settle down fully in Ozoro, you must budget for these ancillary costs:

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
Faculty/Departmental Dues	₦3,000 – ₦5,000	Paid to your department association.
SUG Dues	₦2,500	Student Union Government levy.
Medical Registration	₦5,000	Mandatory health screening file opening.
Laboratory Coat	₦5,000	Science/Engineering students only.
Textbooks	₦20,000+	Unofficial but Mandatory: University lecturers rely heavily on course materials.
Hostel Application	₦5,000	Fee to access the hostel allocation portal.

4. Accommodation (Ozoro Living)

Ozoro is a student-dominated town. Since the upgrade to a University, rent prices have increased slightly due to the influx of more students.

• School Hostel:

  • Fee: ₦40,000 – ₦60,000 per session (Projected).

  • Status: Limited spaces. First-come, first-served.

• Off-Campus (Ozoro Town):

  • Most students live in private hostels along the Ozoro-Kwale Road or inside the town.

  • Single Room: ₦60,000 – ₦90,000 per year.

  • Self-Contained: ₦150,000 – ₦250,000 per year.

  • Tip: Houses closer to the campus gate are significantly more expensive. Taking a bike (Okada) from slightly further away can save you money.

5. How to Pay Safely (The New Portal)

Since the upgrade, the portal URL has changed. Do not use the old polytechnic portal.

The Official Procedure:

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

2. Login:

   • Freshers: Login with your JAMB Registration Number or Application ID.

   • Returning: Login with your Matric Number.

3. Generate Invoice:

   • Navigate to “My Fees” or “Payments.

   • Select the session (2026/2027) and click “Generate Invoice.”

4. Pay:

   • Option A (Online): Pay directly on the portal using your ATM card.

   • Option B (Bank): Print the invoice and pay at any bank (Zenith, UBA, Unity Bank, etc.) in Ozoro.

5. Verify: After payment, return to the portal to verify the transaction and print your Course Registration Form.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is Ozoro still admitting ND students? Technically, no. They now admit “Diploma” students. It serves the same purpose as ND (2 years), but it is an internal university diploma often used to gain Direct Entry into 200 Level later.

2. Can I pay in installments? University policies are stricter than polytechnics. Usually, you are required to pay 100% before course registration. However, sometimes the Student Union negotiates a 60/40 split. You must confirm this at the Bursary upon resumption.

3. I see “Southern Delta University” online. Is that the same school? Yes. There have been discussions and legislative moves regarding renaming the institution to Southern Delta University, Ozoro, but it is popularly and officially known as DSUST. If you see either name on the portal, it refers to the same institution.