Ambrose Alli University (AAU) School Fees 2026/2027 | Full Breakdown

Ambrose Alli University (AAU) School Fees 2026/2027: Are you a prospective student or parent preparing for admission to Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, for the 2026/2027 academic session? As one of the most prestigious state-owned universities in Nigeria, AAU Ekpoma is renowned for its academic rigor. However, it’s important to note that its fee structure differs significantly from that of federal institutions.

Estimated AAU Ekpoma School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

AAU employs a “Departmental” fee structure, where fees are determined solely by the course of study. Professional courses such as Law, Medicine, and Engineering have significantly higher fees compared to Humanities or Education.

1. New Students (Freshers) – Total Financial Outlay

Freshers are required to pay the highest fees. Below is the estimated range based on the latest approved consolidated fees.

Faculty / Department	Estimated Fees (Freshers)
Law	₦330,500 – ₦345,000
Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)	₦331,750 – ₦345,000
Nursing Science	₦330,000 – ₦345,000
Medicine & Surgery	₦400,000+ (Often billed differently)
Engineering (Civil, Elect, Mech)	₦217,500 – ₦225,000
Computer Science	₦200,500 – ₦210,000
Mass Communication	₦192,250 – ₦200,000
Accounting	₦210,750 – ₦220,000
Arts & Humanities	₦157,250 – ₦165,000
Agriculture & Education	₦160,000 – ₦170,000

• Note: This fee typically covers your tuition, library fee, ICT, sports, and development levies, but it does not include the Acceptance Fee.

2. Returning Students (200L – Final Year)

One significant advantage of attending an AAU is that tuition fees typically decrease after the first year.

Faculty / Department	Estimated Fees (Returning)
Medical Lab Science / Nursing	₦185,000 – ₦200,000
Medicine & Surgery	₦216,000 – ₦230,000
Engineering	₦158,500 – ₦170,000
Law	₦132,000 – ₦145,000
Arts, Social Sciences & Education	₦132,250 – ₦145,000

Other Compulsory Fees (One-Time Payments)

Along with the sessional school fees, newly admitted students are required to pay these mandatory bills right after admission.

1. Acceptance Fee (Tiered System)

AAU charges acceptance fees based on the demand for courses. This fee is non-refundable.

Category	Departments	Estimated Fee
Category A	Medicine, Surgery, Law, Nursing, Med Lab	₦70,000 – ₦80,000
Category B	Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy	₦60,000 – ₦70,000
Category C	Arts, Education, Agriculture, Social Sciences	₦50,000 – ₦60,000

2. Student Union & Faculty Dues

• Amount: ₦3,000 – ₦5,000

• These fees are paid separately to both the student union and the faculty associations.

AAU Ekpoma Hostel Accommodation Fees

Hostel accommodation at AAU is optional, and the university uses a unique two-step payment process for the hostels.

1. Bed Allocation Fee: To secure a bed space, you must first pay a small application or bidding fee.

2. Hostel Maintenance Fee: After you are assigned a room, you need to pay the main hostel fee.

• Estimated Total Cost: ₦40,000 – ₦60,000 per session.

• Popular Hostels:

  • Igbinedion Hostel (Male/Female)

  • Emotan Hall (Female)

  • Rev. Martin Hall (Male)

  • Dangote Hostel (Female)

• Allocation Rule: Space is limited. You must pay your school fees before the portal permits room bookings.

Important: Student Loan (NELFUND)

Ambrose Alli University, as a State University, is included in the second phase of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) rollout.

• Eligibility: Students who are unable to afford the fees mentioned above due to financial hardship.

• Coverage: The loan fully covers all institutional fees.

• Action: Monitor the official NELFUND portal (nelf.gov.ng) for updates on the opening of state university applications.

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

AAU utilizes the WAeUP Kofa portal, one of Nigeria’s most advanced. Please do not pay cash to any individual or admission agent.

1. Visit the Portal: Go to aaue.waeup.org.

2. Log In:

   • Freshers: Log in using your JAMB Registration Number and surname, or as instructed on your admission slip.

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

3. Generate Invoice:

   • Navigate to the “My Data” tab and click on “Payments.”

   • Click on “Add Online Payment Ticket.”

   • Select the Category (e.g., “School Fees 2026/2027”).

   • Click “Create Ticket” to generate a Payment ID.

4. Make Payment:

   • Online: Click on the “CollegePAY” or “Interswitch” link on the ticket to pay instantly with your ATM card.

   • Bank Branch: Note the Payment ID and visit any commercial bank (First Bank, Zenith, UBA, etc.) to pay via Interswitch.

5. Verify & Print:

   • The Kofa portal usually updates instantly.

   • Download your School Fees Receipt and Course Registration Form.