UNIBEN: The Federal university of Benin is one of the top leading federal universities in Nigeria.
Uniben is located in Benin city, Edo state, Nigeria.
The institution was established in 1970 and it was started as an institute of technology before being upgraded to a full university status in 1971.
The federal university of Benin is well acknowledged for it’s academic excellence in a wide range of specializations.
UNIBEN Faculties and Their Courses
Arts
Departments
- English and Literature
- Foreign Languages
- History and International Studies
- Linguistics Studies
- Theatre Arts
- Philosophy
- Mass Communication
- Students Art/design Exhibition
Agriculture
Departments
- Aquaculture and Fisheries Management
- Animal Science
- Crop Science
- Forestry and Wildlife Management
- Soil Science
- Agricultural Economics and Extension Services
- Food Science and Nutrition
Basic Medical Sciences
Departments
- Mental Health
- Ophthalmology
- Hematology
- Community Health Information and Guide
- Chemical Pathology
- Medical Pathology
Dentistry
Departments
- Restorative Dentistry
- Preventive Dentistry
- Periodontics Dentistry
- Oral Surgery/Pathology
- Oral Diagnosis and Radiology
Education
Departments
- Curriculum and Instructional Technology
- Educational Management
- Adult Education
- Health, Safety and Environmental Education
- Human Kinetics and Sports Science
- Vocation and Technical Education
- Educational Foundations
Engineering
Departments
- Chemical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Metallurgical and materials Engineering
- Production Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Departments
- Quantity Surveying
- Fine Art
- Geomatics
- Estate Management
- Architecture
Law
Departments
- Business Law
- Jurisprudence and International Law
- Private and Property Law
- Public Law
Life Science
Departments
- Animal and Environmental Biology
- Biochemistry
- Environmental Management and Toxicology
- Microbiology
- Optometry
- Plant Biology and Biotechnology
- Science Laboratory Technology
Management Science
Departments
- Accounting
- Actuarial Science
- Banking and Finance
- Business Administration
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resource Management
- Insurance
- Marketing
Pharmacy
Departments
- Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacy Practice
- Pharmaceutics & Pharmaceutical Technology
- Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology
- Pharmacognosy
- Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Physical Science
Departments
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Department of Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics.
Social Science
Departments
- Economics
- Geography and Regional Planning
- Political Science
- Social Work
- Sociology and Anthropology
School of Medical Sciences
Departments
- Anatomy
- Medical Biochemistry
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Nursing Science
- Physiology
- Physiotherapy
- Radiography and Radiation Science
Veterinary Medicine
Departments
- Veterinary Obstetrics (Reproductive diseases)
- Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Surgery & Radiology
- Veterinary Anatomy
- Veterinary Microbiology
- Veterinary Pathology
- Vet Pub Health & Epid
- Vet Parasitology
- Vet Pharma & Toxi
- Vet Phys & BioChem
An Overview of UNIBEN School Fees
Generally, the total amount of school fees in Uniben ranges from N150,000 to N190,000. Newly admitted students into science related fields of study are charged around N190,000, non-science related courses are to pay around N170,000. While returning students in science related fields pay within the range of N170,000 and non-science students are to pay around N150,000. It is important to note that school fees can be subjected to changes as time passes.
UNIBEN School Fees Breakdown
Freshers
A breakdown of school fees for newly admitted students in both science and nonscience related fields is shown below
| SCIENCE | NON-SCIENCE | |
| Examination Fees | 30,000.00 | 30,000.00 |
| Laboratory | 30,000.00 | 10,000.00 |
| Library | 15,000.00 | 15,000.00 |
| Sports | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| ICT | 5,000.00 | 5,500.00 |
| Counselling | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 |
| Utility | 20,000.00 | 20,000.00 |
| Med. Charge / TSHIP / Life Ins. | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Accreditation | 24,000.00 | 24,000.00 |
| Sanitation | 7,000.00 | 7,000.00 |
| Bank Charges / Portal Charges | 5,500.00 | 5,500.00 |
| Development Levy | 20,000.00 | 20,000.00 |
| Student Union Dues | 2,500.00 | 2,500.00 |
| Orientation Brochure | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Academic Gown (Rental) | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Forensic ID Card | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| TOTAL | 190,000.00 | 170,000.00 |
Returning Students
Below is a breakdown for returning students
| SCIENCE | NON-SCIENCE | |
| Examination Fees | 30,000.00 | 30,000.00 |
| Laboratory Fees | 30,000.00 | 10,000.00 |
| Library / MTN Lib. | 15,000.00 | 15,000.00 |
| Sport | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| ICT | 5,000.00 | 5,500.00 |
| Counselling | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 |
| Utility | 20,000.00 | 20,000.00 |
| Med. Charge / TSHIP / Life Ins. | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Accreditation | 24,000.00 | 24,000.00 |
| Sanitation | 7,000.00 | 7,000.00 |
| Bank Charges / Portal Charges | 5,500.00 | 5,500.00 |
| Development Levy | 20,000.00 | 20,000.00 |
| Student Union Dues | 2,500.00 | 2,500.00 |
| TOTAL | 170,000.00 | 150,000.00 |
UNIBEN Payment and Installment Schedule
Generally, students are required to make full payment before completion of course registration, however there may be a provided avenue for installment payment for returning students that are benefiting from tuition sponsorship or bursary benefits where fees are disbursed in phases or installments.
The exact specifications on how the disbursement is made will be made known by the bursary department upon enquiry and application.
To make school fees payments, visit official UNIBEN portal and log into student dashboard using matric number and password.
In addition, UNIBEN is one of the best ranking universities in Nigeria with a solid educational legacy, the institution is fully acknowledged by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
All information on school fees payments, deadlines, scholarships and bursary are provided on the school portal. Prospective candidates and students should always stay updated on all changes that are related to the institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Get a Fees Refund from UNIBEN?
Refunds can be made by the institution upon an application from students in cases of fee overpayment, double school fees payment or withdrawal of admission before session begins.
How can I pay my UNIBEN school fees?
School fees payment can be made on school portal, or with a generated RRR Remita teller for payment at a commercial bank.
What happens if I don’t pay my school fees on time at UNIBEN?
Late payment of fees attracts extra charges for late school fee payment. Failure to make payment in that window of opportunity might lead to forfeiting studentship.
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