Al-Hikmah University School Fees 2026/2027 Academic Session

Al-Hikmah University School Fees 2026/2027: Are you planning to study at Al-Hikmah University in Ilorin? As one of Nigeria’s leading faith-based private universities, Al-Hikmah is renowned for its strict moral discipline, stable academic calendar, and unique “Tuition-Free” programs for specific science courses. If you’re looking for information about the school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, you’re in the right place. This guide provides projected fees for Medicine, Nursing, and Law programs, outlines any additional sundry charges, and details the 30% scholarship opportunities available for new students.

Overview of Al-Hikmah School Fees (2026/2027)

Al-Hikmah University has a tiered fee structure. While professional courses, such as Medicine and Law, have higher fees, the university offers significantly lower rates for Basic Sciences and Education courses.

1. The “Tuition-Free” Programmes (Lowest Fees)

Al-Hikmah University offers a tuition-free incentive for specific courses to encourage enrollment in basic sciences. For these courses, you only need to pay sundry charges, which are administrative fees.

Eligible Courses:

• B.Sc. Physics / Physics with Electronics

• B.Sc. Mathematics / Statistics

• B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry / Petroleum Chemistry

• B.Sc. Biology / Science Education

• B.Sc. Anatomy / Physiology (Sometimes included, verify year-to-year)

• Total Payable (Freshers): ₦213,000 – ₦250,000 (Sundry Fees Only)

• Returning Students: ₦180,000 – ₦200,000

2. Faculty of Health Sciences (Medical Courses)

This is the most competitive faculty with the highest fee structure.

Department	Fresh Students (100L)	Returning Students (200L+)
Medicine & Surgery (MBBS)	₦3,500,000 – ₦4,000,000 (After Scholarship)	₦4,200,000 – ₦4,500,000
Nursing Science	₦1,700,000 – ₦1,850,000	₦1,000,000 – ₦1,300,000
Medical Lab. Science (MLS)	₦1,600,000 – ₦1,700,000	₦1,250,000 – ₦1,350,000
Public Health	₦1,350,000 – ₦1,500,000	₦1,100,000 – ₦1,200,000

MBBS Scholarship Alert: The Founder typically grants a 30% Scholarship to 100-level MBBS students, reducing the fee from approximately ₦5.5M to the ₦3.5M range listed above.

3. Faculty of Law

Department	Fresh Students (100L)	Returning Students
LL.B Common & Islamic Law	₦1,680,000 – ₦1,800,000	₦1,100,000 – ₦1,500,000

4. Natural & Applied Sciences / Management

For courses not covered by the “Tuition-Free” waiver (e.g., Computer Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Accounting, Economics).

• Fresh Students: ₦850,000 – ₦950,000

• Returning Students: ₦800,000 – ₦900,000

5. Faculty of Humanities & Education

• Arts / Islamic Studies: ₦350,000 – ₦500,000

• Education Courses: ₦340,000 – ₦450,000

Al-Hikmah Acceptance Fee 2026/2027

Upon confirming your name is on the admission list, you must pay a non-refundable acceptance fee to secure your slot.

• Amount: ₦50,000

• Note: This is separate from the application form fee (usually ₦2,000 for UTME).

Hostel Accommodation Fees

Al-Hikmah enforces a strict policy: Hostel accommodation is mandatory for all Freshmen (100L) and Final Year students.

Hostel Name	Estimated Fee per Session
Igbaja Hostel (Economy)	₦50,000 – ₦75,000
WAMY / Deremi / Oladimeji (Female)	₦150,000 – ₦180,000
Coomassie Hostel	₦175,000 – ₦200,000
New Hostel Atere (Male)	₦200,000 – ₦250,000
International Hostel (Ensuite)	₦250,000 – ₦350,000
Medical Student Hostel (Premium)	₦500,000+

How to Pay School Fees Online

Warning: Al-Hikmah University has a “No Cash” policy. Do not pay any individual.

1. Portal Login: Visit the student portal at ecampus.alhikmahuniversity.edu.ng.

2. Generate Invoice: Log in using your Matric Number or UTME Number for freshers. Go to “Pay Fees” and select the appropriate session for 2026/2027.

3. Payment: You can pay online using Interswitch, Verve, or MasterCard, or you can print the invoice to pay at designated banks such as Jaiz Bank or First Bank.

4. Instalment Plan: The university typically allows a 60/40 payment split.

   • 60% must be paid to register for the first semester.

   • 40% must be paid before the second-semester exams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the “Tuition-Free” program real? For the courses listed (such as Physics, Math, and Industrial Chemistry), the university waives the tuition fees. You will only need to pay for registration, the ID card, medical expenses, and development levies (referred to as sundry fees). This makes it one of the most affordable private university options in Nigeria.

2. Are books included in the fees? Typically, an “E-Book / Al-Hikmah Notebook” fee of approximately ₦20,000 is included in your miscellaneous expenses.

3. Can I stay off-campus? First-year students (100L) and final-year students (400L/500L) are not permitted to live off-campus. Second-year (200L) and third-year (300L) students may apply for an exemption, but they typically need to pay a “Hostel Exemption Fee” of approximately ₦10,000.