Edo State University (EDSU), Iyamho, school fees for 2026/2027 range from ₦205,650 to ₦3,900,600 in tuition for new students, depending on course. Fresh students also pay ₦252,400 in compulsory charges, which includes the ₦70,000 acceptance fee (paid once).
Returning students pay ₦180,400 in compulsory charges on top of tuition. Hostel accommodation is compulsory and costs ₦110,000 to ₦250,000 per session. The full course-by-course breakdown, hostel fees and payment steps are below.
Key Highlights
- New student tuition: ₦205,650 to ₦3,900,600 per session, depending on course
- Returning student tuition: ₦205,650 to ₦3,900,600 per session, depending on course and level
- Compulsory charges (fresh): ₦252,400, excluding the Entrepreneurship Bundle and hostel
- Compulsory charges (returning): ₦180,400
- Acceptance fee: ₦70,000 (one-time, included in the fresh-student charges)
- Hostel fee: ₦110,000 to ₦250,000 per session (compulsory)
- Payment platform: Official EDSU student payment portal
- Payment deadline: Not published in the fee schedule. Confirm with the Bursary Department.
- Source: Official EDSU 2026/2027 undergraduate fee schedule, checked October 9, 2026
About Edo State University
Edo State University (EDSU) is a state-owned university located in Iyamho, Edo State. It offers undergraduate programmes across medical sciences, law, engineering, science, arts and communication, and management and social sciences.
Students in Medicine, Nursing and Law pay far more than those in most Arts, Science and Social Science programmes. Accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates.
Edo State University School Fees 2026/2027
Edo State University has published its school fees schedule for the 2026/2027 academic session, covering fresh and returning undergraduate students.
Always verify the latest fees on the official portal at edouniversity.edu.ng before making payment. Fees are subject to change by management.
Fee Summary
| Student Category | Tuition Fee | Compulsory Charges | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New students (100L) | ₦205,650 – ₦3,900,600 | ₦252,400 (includes ₦70,000 acceptance fee) | Excludes Entrepreneurship Bundle and hostel |
| Returning students (200L–600L) | ₦205,650 – ₦3,900,600 | ₦180,400 | Excludes hostel |
These amounts are tuition fees, not the total students will pay. Compulsory institutional charges, the Entrepreneurship Bundle and accommodation are separate.
Tuition for Popular Courses at 100 Level
| Course | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | ₦3,900,600 |
| Law | ₦1,991,250 |
| Nursing | ₦1,844,375 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | ₦1,225,625 |
| Computer Science | ₦603,500 |
| Cyber Security | ₦603,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | ₦603,500 |
| Mass Communication | ₦514,200 |
| Accounting | ₦450,000 |
| Business Administration | ₦394,200 |
| Biochemistry | ₦328,500 |
| Microbiology | ₦328,500 |
| Political Science | ₦328,500 |
| English | ₦205,650 |
Edo State University School Fees by Course and Level 2026/2027
Tuition differs by course and level. Levels with identical rates are grouped together. A dash (—) means the university’s published schedule does not list a rate for that level.
Medicine and Surgery
| Level | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 100 Level | ₦3,900,600 |
| 200 Level | ₦3,900,600 |
| 300 Level | ₦3,250,500 |
| 400 Level | ₦3,250,500 |
| 500 Level | ₦2,710,500 |
| 600 Level | ₦1,848,500 |
Medicine and Surgery students must also pay clinical training charges from 300 Level.
Nursing and Medical Laboratory Science
| Course | 100–200 Level | 300–400 Level | 500 Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | ₦1,844,375 | ₦1,475,500 | ₦1,200,500 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | ₦1,225,625 | ₦980,500 | ₦780,500 |
Clinical training charges apply from 300 Level.
Law
| Level | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 100 Level | ₦1,991,250 |
| 200 Level | ₦1,991,250 |
| 300 Level | ₦1,475,500 |
| 400 Level | ₦1,475,500 |
| 500 Level | ₦1,080,500 |
Law tuition drops at higher levels, but other compulsory payments still apply.
Engineering
| Course | 100–200 Level | 300–500 Level |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | ₦603,500 | ₦503,500 |
| Civil Engineering | ₦603,500 | ₦503,500 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering | ₦603,500 | ₦503,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | ₦603,500 | ₦503,500 |
| Mechatronics Engineering | ₦603,500 | ₦503,500 |
| Mining Engineering | ₦603,500 | ₦503,500 |
| Production Engineering | ₦603,500 | ₦503,500 |
Computer Engineering is on the university’s 2026/2027 undergraduate admission programme list. We did not find a matching tuition rate in the published fee table we reviewed, so applicants should confirm its fee with the university.
Basic Medical Sciences
| Course | 100–400 Level |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | ₦328,500 |
| Biochemistry | ₦328,500 |
| Physiology | ₦228,500 |
These programmes have the same tuition across the four levels listed.
Arts and Communication
| Course | 100–200 Level | 300–400 Level |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcasting | ₦428,500 (100L only) | — |
| English | ₦205,650 | ₦228,500 |
| History and International Studies | ₦328,500 | ₦328,500 |
| Journalism and Media Studies | ₦378,500 (100L only) | — |
| Mass Communication | ₦514,200 | ₦428,500 |
Management and Social Sciences
| Course | 100–200 Level | 300–400 Level |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | ₦450,000 | ₦378,500 |
| Banking and Finance | ₦228,500 | ₦228,500 |
| Business Administration | ₦394,200 | ₦328,500 |
| Economics | ₦328,500 | ₦328,500 |
| Entrepreneurship | ₦328,500 | ₦228,500 |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution | ₦205,650 | — |
| Political Science | ₦328,500 | ₦328,500 |
| Public Administration | ₦228,500 | ₦228,500 |
| Sociology | ₦228,500 | ₦228,500 |
Science
| Course | 100–200 Level | 300–400 Level | 500 Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal and Environmental Biology | ₦228,500 | ₦228,500 | — |
| Computer Science | ₦603,500 | ₦428,500 | — |
| Cyber Security | ₦603,500 | ₦428,500 | — |
| Industrial Chemistry | ₦228,500 | ₦228,500 | — |
| Mathematics | ₦228,500 (100L only) | — | — |
| Microbiology | ₦328,500 | ₦328,500 | — |
| Plant Biology and Biotechnology | ₦228,500 (100L only) | — | — |
| Physics and Electronics | ₦228,500 | — | — |
| Science Laboratory Technology | ₦328,500 (100L only) | — | — |
| Software Engineering | ₦603,500 | ₦428,500 | ₦428,500 |
For programmes with only one or two levels listed, confirm the fees for later levels with the Bursary Department.
Other Fees and Levies 2026/2027
Compulsory Fees for Fresh Students
Fresh students, including Direct Entry and transfer students, pay these on top of tuition.
| Fee Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Acceptance Fee | ₦70,000 |
| Super Campus Wi-Fi | ₦82,000 |
| O’Level Result Verification | ₦2,000 |
| Drug Test Fee | ₦8,400 |
| Learning Management System | ₦40,000 |
| Edo Health Insurance Scheme | ₦25,000 |
| Students Representative Council | ₦5,000 |
| Matriculation Gown | ₦20,000 |
| Total | ₦252,400 |
This total excludes the Entrepreneurship Bundle.
Entrepreneurship Bundle
The bundle covers practical instructional materials, learning resources and a university T-shirt. The amount depends on your faculty or academic unit.
| Faculty / Academic Unit | Amount |
|---|---|
| College of Medical Sciences | ₦35,400 |
| Applied Health Sciences | ₦33,200 |
| Faculty of Science | ₦33,200 |
| Faculty of Engineering | ₦33,200 |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | ₦23,200 |
| Faculty of Arts and Communication | ₦23,200 |
| Faculty of Law | ₦23,200 |
Basic Medical Sciences students are not separately listed, so they should confirm their bundle category with the university.
Compulsory Fees for Returning Students
| Fee Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Super Campus Wi-Fi | ₦82,000 |
| Drug Test Fee | ₦8,400 |
| Learning Management System | ₦40,000 |
| Edo Health Insurance Scheme | ₦25,000 |
| Students Representative Council | ₦5,000 |
| Matriculation Gown | ₦20,000 |
| Total | ₦180,400 |
The published breakdown includes a matriculation gown charge for returning students. Matriculation is usually for new students, so check this charge against your individual fee assessment before paying.
Clinical Training Fees
| Programme | Level | Clinical Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | 300 Level | ₦500,000 |
| Medicine and Surgery | 400–600 Level | ₦1,000,000 |
| Nursing | 300–500 Level | ₦700,000 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 300–500 Level | ₦700,000 |
These are separate from tuition and regular compulsory charges. A 400 Level Medicine student, for example, pays ₦3,250,500 tuition plus ₦1,000,000 clinical training before other applicable charges.
Other Institutional Charges
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Convocation Gown | ₦25,000 |
| Graduate Transcript | ₦50,000 |
| Transfer Transcript | ₦50,000 |
| Scholarship Transcript | Free |
| Subsequent Transcript Application | ₦20,000 |
| Certificate | ₦35,000 |
| Inter-University Transfer Application | ₦60,000 |
| Intra-Faculty Transfer Application | ₦70,000 |
Transcript courier charges and any convocation dinner charges are not included.
Edo State University Hostel Fees 2026/2027
Accommodation is compulsory for undergraduate students at EDSU.
| Hostel Category | Fee Per Session |
|---|---|
| Regular Lodge – Upper Bunk | ₦110,000 |
| Regular Lodge – Lower Bunk | ₦150,000 |
| Premium Lodge | ₦200,000 |
| Premium Villa Lodge | ₦250,000 |
Regular lodges have shared bunk beds. Premium lodges provide single beds in shared rooms. Premium Villa lodges also have designated kitchen facilities for self-catering.
Hostel allocation is computerised and based on availability and verified payment. Do not assume your preferred category will still be available when you pay.
How Much Will a Fresh Student Pay in Total?
To estimate your first-year cost, add tuition, the ₦252,400 compulsory fees, your Entrepreneurship Bundle and your hostel fee.
| Course | Estimated Total Including Hostel |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | ₦4,298,400 – ₦4,438,400 |
| Law | ₦2,376,850 – ₦2,516,850 |
| Nursing | ₦2,239,975 – ₦2,379,975 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | ₦1,621,225 – ₦1,761,225 |
| Computer Science | ₦999,100 – ₦1,139,100 |
| English | ₦591,250 – ₦731,250 |
These are calculated estimates from the published tuition, compulsory fees, relevant bundle and the ₦110,000 to ₦250,000 hostel range. They are not payment invoices, so check your official fee assessment for any other charges.
How to Pay Edo State University School Fees 2026/2027
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Go to edouniversity.edu.ng. Pay only through official university channels.
Step 2: Open the Fee Schedule
Go to the 2026/2027 undergraduate fee schedule at edouniversity.edu.ng/ug-fee-description.
Step 3: Find Your Fee
Use the tuition schedule or fee estimator to identify your programme, level and applicable charges.
Step 4: Open the Payment Portal
Access the student payment portal through the university’s official website.
Step 5: Review and Pay
Check your fee assessment, then follow the payment instructions on screen.
Step 6: Save Your Receipt
Keep your payment receipt for course registration and future reference.
⚠️ The university warns applicants against paying through individuals or private accounts. Use only payment instructions from official university channels.
Payment Deadline: The published fee schedule does not state a deadline. Confirm the current payment deadlines with the Bursary Department. If you want to pay in instalments, confirm the approved arrangement for 2026/2027 first.
Frequently Asked Questions — Edo State University School Fees
How much are Edo State University school fees for 2026/2027?
Tuition ranges from ₦205,650 to ₦3,900,600 per session, depending on course and level. Fresh students also pay ₦252,400 in compulsory charges and returning students pay ₦180,400. Hostel and the Entrepreneurship Bundle are extra. Source: official EDSU 2026/2027 fee schedule.
How much is the Edo State University acceptance fee for 2026/2027?
The acceptance fee is ₦70,000 for newly admitted undergraduate students. It is already included in the ₦252,400 compulsory-fee total for fresh students.
How much is EDSU Nursing school fees?
Nursing tuition is ₦1,844,375 for 100 and 200 Level, ₦1,475,500 for 300 and 400 Level, and ₦1,200,500 for 500 Level. Clinical training of ₦700,000 applies from 300 Level to 500 Level. Compulsory charges and accommodation are additional.
How much is EDSU Medicine and Surgery school fees?
Medicine and Surgery tuition is ₦3,900,600 for 100 and 200 Level, falling to ₦1,848,500 at 600 Level. Clinical training fees of ₦500,000 (300 Level) and ₦1,000,000 (400–600 Level) are charged separately.
How much is EDSU Law school fees?
Law tuition is ₦1,991,250 for 100 and 200 Level, ₦1,475,500 for 300 and 400 Level, and ₦1,080,500 for 500 Level.
Is hostel accommodation compulsory at EDSU?
Yes. The university states that accommodation is compulsory. Hostel fees range from ₦110,000 to ₦250,000 per academic session, depending on the lodge category.
How much will a fresh student pay in total at EDSU?
Add tuition, ₦252,400 compulsory fees, your faculty’s Entrepreneurship Bundle and your hostel fee. A Computer Science student, for example, should budget about ₦999,100 to ₦1,139,100 including hostel.
Are tuition fees the same for all levels?
No. Some programmes keep the same tuition across several levels, while others change as students progress. The official schedule lists tuition by department and level.
Can I pay EDSU school fees in instalments?
The published schedule does not state an instalment policy. Confirm the approved arrangement and payment deadlines for 2026/2027 with the Bursary Department before paying.
Final Thoughts
Edo State University school fees for 2026/2027 start from ₦205,650 in tuition and rise to ₦3,900,600 for Medicine and Surgery. Fresh students should budget for ₦252,400 in compulsory charges, their Entrepreneurship Bundle and compulsory accommodation.
Clinical programmes carry extra training fees at higher levels. Before making any payment, confirm your personal assessment on the official portal at edouniversity.edu.ng. If anything here is unclear or the fees have been updated, drop your question in the comments. We respond to every one.
📚 Also on CampusNinja:
Source: Fee information in this guide is sourced from the official Edo State University 2026/2027 School Fees Schedule, checked on October 9, 2026. This page will be updated as soon as any change to the fee structure is announced. If you notice a discrepancy between our figures and the official portal, tell us in the comments.
⚠️ Disclaimer: School fees are subject to change by the institution at any time. Always verify on the official Edo State University portal before making payment. CampusNinja is not affiliated with Edo State University and cannot be held responsible for fee changes made after our last update date.
Questions & comments 0