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

University of Mkar School Fees 2026/2027 Academic Session: Are you considering attending the University of Mkar, a prominent faith-based university located in Gboko, Benue State? Owned by the TEKAN/ECWA churches, the University of Mkar is renowned for its strong moral discipline, peaceful learning environment, and affordable tuition compared to many other private universities in Nigeria. This guide provides an overview of the projected school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, including a breakdown of tuition by college, details on hostel accommodation policies, and the available instalment payment options.

Estimated University of Mkar School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. Tuition Fees by College (2026/2027)

University of Mkar’s fees are generally affordable and designed to promote enrollment in Science and Education. The fees listed below are estimates for a full academic session.

College of Science & Education

These are the core programs of the university.

• Computer Science / Mathematics: ₦600,000 – ₦700,000

• Microbiology / Biochemistry: ₦550,000 – ₦650,000

• Physics / Industrial Physics: ₦500,000 – ₦600,000

• Education Courses (B.Sc. Ed / B.A. Ed): ₦450,000 – ₦550,000

  • Note: Education courses are often subsidised to encourage teacher training.

College of Social & Management Sciences

• Accounting / Business Management: ₦500,000 – ₦600,000

• Economics: ₦500,000 – ₦600,000

• Mass Communication: ₦550,000 – ₦650,000

  • Note: Mass Comm students often pay an additional “Studio Fee” of approx. ₦30,000.

• Political Science / Sociology: ₦450,000 – ₦550,000

College of Food Science & Technology

• Food Science & Technology: ₦550,000 – ₦650,000

  • Includes: Laboratory and practical consumables fees.

2. Accommodation & Hostel Fees

• Is Hostel Compulsory? No.

  • Unlike many private universities that mandate campus residency, the University of Mkar typically allows students to choose. However, living on campus is highly recommended for freshers for security and integration.

• Projected Hostel Fee: ₦60,000 – ₦100,000 per session.

• Facilities: The fee covers a bed space in the student halls. Students are expected to bring their own bedding (sheets, pillow, blanket) and mosquito nets.

3. Mandatory “Hidden” Charges

The “Tuition” amount is not your final bill. Freshman students (100 Level) should plan for additional initial payments.

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
Acceptance Fee	₦20,000 – ₦30,000	Non-refundable fee to secure admission.
Medical Fee	₦10,000 – ₦15,000	Access to the University Clinic.
Library Fee	₦15,000	Access to e-library and physical books.
Development Levy	₦40,000	Contribution to campus infrastructure.
ICT Training	₦30,000	Mandatory IT skill acquisition.
Entrepreneurship	₦20,000	Skill acquisition fee.
Portal Charges	₦20,000	Annual portal maintenance.

4. Payment Plans & Instalments

The University of Mkar offers a flexible payment structure to assist parents.

• Instalment Option: You are generally allowed to pay school fees per semester.

  • 1st Semester: You pay approx. 60% of the total fee (Tuition + All Levies) to register for courses.

  • 2nd Semester: The remaining 40% is due at the start of the Second Semester.

• Method: All payments are made via the University of Mkar Payment Portal (ugpayment.umm.edu.ng).

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the Acceptance Fee refundable? No. The Acceptance Fee is strictly non-refundable.

2. Does the fee cover feeding? No. The fee explicitly excludes feeding. The university operates a “Pay-As-You-Eat” cafeteria system. Students are not allowed to cook in the hostels (fire safety rule), so you must budget for meals at the cafeteria.

3. Is Nursing Science available? Currently, the University of Mkar focuses on Food Science, Sciences, and Social Sciences. While there have been expansion plans, you should verify if Nursing has been accredited for the 2026/2027 session on the JAMB portal before applying.

4. How do I pay?

• Visit ugpayment.umm.edu.ng.

• Log in with your JAMB Registration Number (Freshers) or Matric Number (Returning).

• Generate an invoice for “School Fees”.

• Pay online using your ATM card or print the invoice to pay at any bank.