UNILAG School Fees Guide: Apply Now for 2025/2026 Session!

UNILAG School Fees for All Courses

Here’s a simplified fee table for the 2025/2026 academic session:

Course Type	Fresh Students	Returning Students
Courses without lab/studio	₦126,325	₦100,750
Courses with lab or studio	₦176,325	₦140,250
Medical, Pharmacy, Vet Science	—	₦190,250

 

These figures cover tuition, acceptance fee, result verification, library, ICT, internal exams, TISHIP, sports, and others.

How Much Is UNILAG School Fees for Freshers?

If you’re a fresh student admitted to UNILAG, expect a one-time acceptance fee of ₦20,000 (non-refundable), plus registration and other charges. That brings your school fee to about ₦126,325 for non-lab courses or ₦176,325 if your program involves labs or studios.

UNILAG School Fees Payment Guide

To pay your UNILAG school fees, follow this:

1. Log in to the UNILAG student portal.
2. Generate a payment invoice (Remita or portal-based).
3. Use your card or bank transfer to pay.
4. Get a receipt and print it (you’ll need it for various registration activities).
5. Late payments attract penalties, so don’t delay.

UNILAG School Fees for Medicine (College of Medicine)

Hospital-based courses such as Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing incur higher fees due to extensive lab and clinical training. Medical students pay about ₦190,250 per year as returning students and around ₦176,325 as new students for their first year, with utility and toxicology fees added.

UNILAG School Fees for Nursing

As a Nursing School student, expect a fee similar to medical paths. Freshers pay ~₦176,325; returning students pay ~₦140,250 or up to ₦190,250 depending on clinical elements included. Departments like Nursing include lab fees, hospital placements, and similar charges.

UNILAG Acceptance Fee and Other Obligatory Charges

Acceptance fee: ₦20,000 (paid once, for freshers).
Other obligatory fees include:

• Utility charge: ₦20,000
• Convocation fee: ₦30,000 for final-year students
• Toxicological screening: ₦10,000
• Endowment fund, student union dues, ID card, etc.

Instalment Payment Option

UNILAG permits instalment payment for utility or tuition portions, especially for new undergraduate students. But beware: late or incomplete payment may block your course registration or access to exams.

Postgraduate Studies at UNILAG

Postgraduate programs also have fees:

• Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s, and PhD candidates pay a separate application fee (~₦40,000) for forms.
• Postgraduate tuition varies by course. As reported, full-time MSc tuition is about ₦390,000, with additional obligatory (₦115,000) and utility charges (₦40,000) for some programs.

FAQs

Q1: Can I pay UNILAG school fees in instalments?
Yes, in some cases for utility or tuition, but it’s best to pay early to avoid issues.

Q2: What happens if I miss the payment deadline?
Late penalties apply; you may be barred from registering or writing exams.

Q3: Are there hidden charges?
No—UNILAG publishes a transparent school fees schedule. Just check your invoice in the student portal.

Important Information & Tips

• Confirm your exact breakdown via the UNILAG student portal.
• Hold onto payment receipts until you receive your degree certificate.
• For adult education, business education, or similar programs, fees may differ slightly.
• International students usually pay more, often subject to specific rates under UNILAG’s service charter.

Conclusion and Call to Action

Knowing your UNILAG school fees early helps you budget wisely and start your academic journey stress-free. Whether you’re a new undergraduate student or a returning student, ensure you check the current school fees schedule, pay through the fee portal, and meet all deadlines.