McPherson University School Fees 2026/2027 Academic Session: The Complete Fee Schedule

McPherson University School Fees 2026/2027 Academic Session: Are you considering attending the “Home of Champions”? McPherson University, owned by the Foursquare Gospel Church in Nigeria, is quickly becoming a top choice for parents looking for a disciplined, faith-based education at an affordable cost compared to other private universities. This guide provides an overview of the projected school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, detailing tuition costs by faculty, specific charges for premium courses such as Nursing and Law, as well as the available flexible installment plans.

Estimated McPherson University School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. Tuition Fees by Faculty (2026/2027 Projection)

McPherson University’s fees are detailed and specific to each course. Nursing Science and Law programs are considered premium, while Humanities and certain Sciences are more affordable.

College of Basic Medical & Health Sciences

These programs are highly competitive, and their fees are higher due to the costs associated with clinical training, laboratory supplies, and professional indexing.

Department/Course	Fresh Students (100L)	Returning Students (200L+)
Nursing Science	₦1,485,000 – ₦1,550,000	₦1,100,000 – ₦1,300,000
Medical Lab Science (MLS)	₦1,185,000 – ₦1,250,000	₦1,000,000 – ₦1,100,000
Public Health	₦835,000 – ₦900,000	₦750,000 – ₦800,000
Health Info. Management	₦935,000 – ₦1,000,000	~₦850,000

College of Law

• LL.B Law: ₦1,415,000 – ₦1,500,000 (Freshers)

• Returning Students: ₦1,100,000 – ₦1,300,000

• Includes: Law Library fee and Moot Court levies.

College of Natural & Applied Sciences

• Computer Science: ₦835,000 – ₦900,000

• Software Engineering: ₦835,000 – ₦900,000

• Cyber Security: ₦835,000 – ₦900,000

• Microbiology / Biochemistry: ₦745,000 – ₦800,000

• Industrial Chemistry: ~₦434,000 (Often subsidized)

College of Social & Management Sciences

These are the most cost-effective programs.

• Accounting / Economics: ₦805,000 – ₦850,000

• Mass Communication: ₦805,000 – ₦850,000

• Business Admin / Marketing: ₦755,000 – ₦800,000

• International Relations: ₦785,000 – ₦830,000

College of Humanities

• History & Int. Studies: ₦505,000

• Religious & Peace Studies: ₦434,000 (Highly subsidized)

• English / Languages: ₦575,000

2. Accommodation & Hostel Fees

McPherson University is fully residential. The cost of your hostel depends on the category you choose.

Category	Description	Projected Fee
Category A	Female Only. Premium/New Hostel.	₦350,000
Category B	Standard Room (Male/Female)	₦300,000
Category C	Economy Room (Male/Female)	₦200,000

• Note: Allocation is strictly on a first-come, first-served basis. Fresh students are advised to pay early to secure Category B or A if desired.

3. Mandatory “Hidden” Charges

The “Tuition” amount is not your final bill. You must also budget for these additional fees, which are required for registration.

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
Acceptance Fee	₦120,000 (Law/Nursing)	Non-refundable fee to secure admission.
Acceptance Fee	₦90,000 (Others)	Non-refundable fee for other courses.
Development Fee	₦100,000 (Freshers)	One-time infrastructure contribution.
Parent Forum (PCF)	₦30,000	Annual compulsory levy.
ICT Training	₦40,000	New Horizon IT Certification.
Medical Screening	₦20,000	Entrance health screening.
Entrepreneurship	₦20,000	Mandatory skill acquisition fee.
Result Verification	₦10,000	WAEC/NECO verification.

4. Payment Plans & Installments

McPherson University provides a flexible payment structure to assist parents in managing cash flow. You are not required to pay the entire session fee upfront.

• Installment Options: The university portal typically allows you to select a payment plan:

  • 1st Installment (Resumption): You can pay 60% of the total fee to clear yourself for resumption and hostel allocation.

  • 2nd Installment: The remaining balance is usually split (e.g., 20% before 1st Semester exams and 20% at the start of 2nd Semester).

• Deadlines: Strict deadlines apply. Students owing fees are generally not allowed into examination halls.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the Acceptance Fee refundable? No. The Acceptance Fee (₦90,000 or ₦120,000) is strictly non-refundable.

2. Does the fee cover feeding? No. The fee explicitly excludes feeding. Students buy meals at the university cafeteria on a “Pay-As-You-Eat” basis.

3. Are there scholarships available? Yes, but they are specific.

• Host Community Scholarship: Full scholarships are sometimes available for indigenes of Ajebo and Ogunmakin communities.

• Religious Studies Subsidy: Courses like Religious & Peace Studies have significantly lower fees (~₦434k) to encourage enrollment.

4. How do I pay? All payments are made via the McPherson University Student Portal (mcu.edu.ng).

• Warning: Do not transfer money to any personal bank account. Always generate an invoice on the portal and pay via Remita or the designated bank channel.