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List of Schools of Nursing in Nigeria and Their Fees(2025/2026): Comprehensive breakdown

Schools of Nursing in Nigeria play a crucial role in training skilled healthcare professionals to meet the country’s growing medical needs. There are many schools of nursing in Nigeria and some of the oldests include the University College Hospital (UCH) School of Nursing, Ibadan, and the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) School of Nursing. These institutions are accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) to ensure high standards of education and practice.

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Understanding the different schools of nursing in Nigeria and their cost is crucial for students so as to know which one is best for them. In this article, we’ll be exploring the list of school of nursing in Nigeria, the private, state and even the federal school of nursing in Nigeria.  

List of Schools of Nursing in Nigeria and Their Fees

Nigeria has numerous accredited Schools of Nursing and they all offer quality training for aspiring nurses. Schools of nursing in Nigeria can be categorized into Federal nursing schools, State-owned nursing schools and Private institutions. Below are tables showing the cost for each of them.

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Federal Schools of Nursing in Nigeria

School NameYear FoundedLocationTuition Fee (₦)Program Duration
University College Hospital (UCH) School of Nursing1952Ibadan, Oyo State₦150,000 – ₦200,000 per session3 years
Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) School of Nursing1962Lagos State₦150,000 – ₦250,000 per session3 years
Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) School of Nursing1968Zaria, Kaduna State₦100,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH) School of Nursing1970Enugu State₦120,000 – ₦200,000 per session3 years
University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) School of Nursing1980Ilorin, Kwara State₦120,000 – ₦220,000 per session3 years
Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido-Ekiti School of Nursing1999Ekiti State₦90,000 – ₦150,000 per session3 years
Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) School of Nursing1988Kano State₦80,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH) School of Nursing1991Anambra State₦120,000 – ₦200,000 per session3 years
Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital (OAUTHC) School of Nursing1975Ile-Ife, Osun State₦130,000 – ₦220,000 per session3 years
University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) School of Nursing1973Benin City, Edo State₦100,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital (UDUTH) School of Nursing1979Sokoto State₦110,000 – ₦190,000 per session3 years
Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) School of Nursing1980Plateau State₦90,000 – ₦170,000 per session3 years
National Orthopaedic Hospital (NOH) School of Nursing1976Enugu State₦100,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
Federal Medical Centre (FMC) School of Nursing, Umuahia1993Abia State₦95,000 – ₦175,000 per session3 years
Federal Medical Centre (FMC) School of Nursing, Birnin Kebbi1998Kebbi State₦90,000 – ₦160,000 per session3 years
University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) School of Nursing1979Calabar, Cross River State₦110,000 – ₦200,000 per session3 years
Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe (FTHG) School of Nursing2000Gombe State₦100,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
Federal Medical Centre (FMC) School of Nursing, Asaba1995Delta State₦95,000 – ₦170,000 per session3 years
Federal Medical Centre (FMC) School of Nursing, Yenagoa2002Bayelsa State₦100,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital (FNPH) School of Nursing, Kaduna1982Kaduna State₦85,000 – ₦160,000 per session3 years
Federal Medical Centre (FMC) School of Nursing, Owerri1992Imo State₦100,000 – ₦175,000 per session3 years

State Schools of Nursing in Nigeria

School NameYear FoundedLocationTuition Fee (₦)Program Duration
Ogun State School of Nursing and Midwifery1976Abeokuta, Ogun State₦100,000 – ₦150,000 per session3 years
Lagos State School of Nursing, Igando1977Igando, Lagos State₦150,000 – ₦200,000 per session3 years
Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH) School of Nursing1989Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State₦120,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
Ondo State School of Nursing and Midwifery1978Akure, Ondo State₦120,000 – ₦170,000 per session3 years
Rivers State School of Nursing and Midwifery1980Port Harcourt, Rivers State₦130,000 – ₦190,000 per session3 years
Imo State College of Nursing and Midwifery1981Orlu, Imo State₦100,000 – ₦160,000 per session3 years
Delta State School of Nursing, Warri1983Warri, Delta State₦110,000 – ₦170,000 per session3 years
Kwara State College of Nursing and Midwifery1986Ilorin, Kwara State₦120,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
Benue State School of Nursing and Midwifery1992Makurdi, Benue State₦90,000 – ₦150,000 per session3 years
Ebonyi State College of Nursing Sciences1995Uburu, Ebonyi State₦100,000 – ₦160,000 per session3 years
Anambra State School of Nursing and Midwifery1997Nkpor, Anambra State₦120,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years
Kaduna State College of Nursing and Midwifery2000Kaduna, Kaduna State₦110,000 – ₦170,000 per session3 years
Gombe State College of Nursing and Midwifery2005Gombe, Gombe State₦90,000 – ₦150,000 per session3 years
Bayelsa State School of Nursing and Midwifery2007Yenagoa, Bayelsa State₦100,000 – ₦170,000 per session3 years
Osun State College of Nursing and Midwifery2010Osogbo, Osun State₦120,000 – ₦180,000 per session3 years

Private Schools of Nursing in Nigeria

School NameYear FoundedLocationTuition Fee (₦)Program Duration
Babcock University School of Nursing2012Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State₦600,000 – ₦800,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Bowen University School of Nursing2011Iwo, Osun State₦500,000 – ₦700,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Afe Babalola University School of Nursing2011Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State₦700,000 – ₦1,000,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Madonna University School of Nursing1999Elele, Rivers State₦500,000 – ₦800,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Igbinedion University School of Nursing1999Okada, Edo State₦650,000 – ₦900,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Lead City University School of Nursing2018Ibadan, Oyo State₦450,000 – ₦700,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Achievers University School of Nursing2007Owo, Ondo State₦600,000 – ₦850,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Bingham University School of Nursing2005Karu, Nasarawa State₦550,000 – ₦750,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
PAMO University of Medical Sciences School of Nursing2017Port Harcourt, Rivers State₦700,000 – ₦950,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Chrisland University School of Nursing2015Abeokuta, Ogun State₦500,000 – ₦750,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Eko University of Medical and Health Sciences School of Nursing2017Ijanikin, Lagos State₦650,000 – ₦900,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Caleb University School of Nursing2008Imota, Lagos State₦500,000 – ₦750,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)
Spiritan University School of Nursing2017Nneochi, Abia State₦450,000 – ₦700,000 per session5 years (B.Sc Nursing)

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Scholarships and Financial Aid for Nursing Students in Nigeria

Scholarship NameEligibility CriteriaHow to ApplyBenefits
Federal Government ScholarshipNigerian students in accredited nursing schools with good academic standingApply through the Federal Scholarship Board websiteCovers tuition and stipends
State Government ScholarshipsMust be an indigene of the sponsoring state and meet academic requirementsApply through the state scholarship board websiteTuition support, sometimes living allowances
MTN Foundation Scholarship2nd or 3rd-year nursing students with a minimum CGPA of 3.5/5.0Apply via MTN Foundation website₦200,000 per year for tuition and books
Shell SPDC JV ScholarshipFull-time nursing students with strong academic performanceApply through Shell’s scholarship portalCovers tuition and other academic expenses
NNPC/TotalEnergies ScholarshipUndergraduate nursing students with excellent academic recordsApplication via the TotalEnergies websiteTuition fees and annual stipends
Private Hospital & NGO ScholarshipsNursing students with financial need, sometimes requiring community serviceCheck hospital/NGO websites or nursing schoolsVaries (tuition waivers, stipends, job placements)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much does it cost to study nursing in Nigeria?

The cost of studying nursing in Nigeria varies depending on whether the school is federal, state, or private. On average:

  • Federal Schools of Nursing: ₦100,000 – ₦300,000 per year
  • State Schools of Nursing: ₦150,000 – ₦500,000 per year
  • Private Schools of Nursing: ₦500,000 – ₦1,500,000 per year

What are the admission requirements for studying nursing in Nigeria?

To gain admission into a nursing school in Nigeria, applicants generally need:

  • At least five O’Level credits (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
  • Minimum JAMB UTME score (for degree programs)
  • Pass in entrance exams and interview (for diploma and midwifery programs)
  • Some schools require candidates to be at least 16 years old

Can I study nursing in Nigeria without a science background?

No, nursing is a science-based profession. Candidates must have a strong foundation in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics to be eligible for admission.

Are there scholarships available for studying nursing in Nigeria?

Yes, several scholarship opportunities exist for nursing students, including, Federal and State Government Scholarships, NNPC/TotalEnergies Scholarship, MTN Foundation Scholarship and Private Hospital and NGO Grants

How long does it take to complete a nursing program in Nigeria?

The duration depends on the type of nursing program:

  • Basic Nursing Program (RN) – 3 years
  • Post-Basic Nursing (e.g., Midwifery, Anesthesia) – 1-2 years
  • BSc Nursing Degree5 years
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)Varies

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