Complete List of MDCN Accredited Medical Schools in Nigeria 2026/2027 (With Admission Quotas)

Last Updated on 3 weeks ago by Haruna Ayuba

Nigeria currently has 62 MDCN-accredited medical schools, 45 fully accredited and 17 partially accredited, with admission quotas ranging from 50 to 300 students per session. If you are applying for Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) in 2026/2027, your chosen school must appear on this list or MDCN will not recognise your degree for licensing. This guide gives you the complete, verified list with accreditation status and quota for every school.

Key Highlights

• Total MDCN-accredited medical schools: 62
• Fully Accredited schools: 45
• Partially Accredited schools: 17
• Highest intake quota: Rivers State University — 300 students
• Most common quota: 100–150 students per session
• Smallest quotas: 50 students (multiple schools)
• Regulatory body: Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)
• Why it matters: Only graduates of MDCN-accredited schools can sit the MDCN licensing exam and practice medicine legally in Nigeria
• Source: Official MDCN Accreditation Register (2026)

What Is MDCN Accreditation and Why Does It Matter?

The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) is the federal regulatory body responsible for setting and enforcing standards for medical education in Nigeria. Every medical school must receive MDCN accreditation before it can produce licensed medical doctors.

Fully Accredited means the school meets all MDCN standards — its graduates qualify to sit the MDCN licensing examination without restrictions.

Partially Accredited means the school is approved to run the programme but has outstanding conditions to meet. Graduates of partially accredited schools can still sit the MDCN licensing exam, but the school’s status could change. If you are applying to a partially accredited school, monitor its status closely before and during your studies.

⚠️ Critical Warning: Never enrol in a medical school that does not appear on this list. Degrees from non-accredited schools are not recognised for MDCN licensing, which means you cannot legally practise medicine in Nigeria regardless of your grades.

Full List of MDCN-Accredited Medical Schools in Nigeria 2026/2027

Section A — Fully Accredited Medical Schools (45 Schools)

S/N	Medical School	State	Quota
1	College of Health Sciences, Abia State University, Uturu	Abia	150
2	College of Health Sciences, University of Uyo	Akwa Ibom	150
3	College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi	Anambra	100
4	College of Medicine, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Awka	Anambra	120
5	College of Health Sciences, Benue State University, Makurdi	Benue	150
6	College of Medical Sciences, University of Maiduguri	Borno	150
7	College of Medical Sciences, University of Calabar	Cross Rivers	150
8	College of Health Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka	Delta	120
9	College of Health Sciences, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki	Ebonyi	100
10	College of Medical Sciences, University of Benin, Benin-City	Edo	150
11	College of Health Sciences, Igbinedion University, Okada	Edo	120
12	College of Medicine, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma	Edo	50
13	College of Medicine, Edo University, Uzairue	Edo	120
14	College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus	Enugu	180
15	College of Medicine, Enugu State University of Science & Technology	Enugu	120
16	College of Medical Sciences, Gombe State University	Gombe	100
17	College of Medical Sciences, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria	Kaduna	180
18	College of Medicine, Kaduna State University	Kaduna	70
19	College of Health Sciences, Bayero University, Kano	Kano	200
20	College of Health Sciences, University of Ilorin	Kwara	150
21	College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Idi-Araba	Lagos	150
22	College of Medicine, Lagos State University, Ikeja	Lagos	100
23	Eko University of Medicine & Health Sciences, Ijanikin	Lagos	75
24	College of Health Sciences, Bingham University, Karu	Nasarawa	100
25	College of Health Sciences, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island	Bayelsa	50
26	College of Health Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife	Osun	100
27	College of Health Sciences, Bowen University, Iwo	Osun	100
28	Obafemi Awolowo College of Health Sciences, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye	Ogun	75
29	College of Health Sciences, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo	Ogun	120
30	University of Medical Sciences, Ondo City	Ondo	100
31	College of Medicine, University of Ibadan	Oyo	180
32	College of Health Sciences, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso	Oyo	120
33	College of Medical Sciences, University of Jos	Plateau	150
34	College of Health Sciences, Madonna University, Elele	Rivers	120
35	College of Health Sciences, University of Port-Harcourt	Rivers	150
36	College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University	Rivers	300
37	Pamo University of Medical Sciences, Port-Harcourt	Rivers	120
38	College of Health Sciences, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto	Sokoto	150
39	College of Health Sciences, University of Abuja	FCT	75
40	College of Health Sciences, Nile University, Abuja	FCT	200
41	College of Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti	Ekiti	200
42	College of Medicine, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti	Ekiti	50
43	College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Gregory University, Uturu	Abia	120
44	College of Health Sciences, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi	Bauchi	60
45	College of Medicine, Imo State University, Owerri	Imo	50

Section B — Partially Accredited Medical Schools (17 Schools)

These schools are approved to train doctors but have outstanding MDCN conditions. Graduates can still sit MDCN licensing exams, but verify the school’s status before enrolling and before graduation.

S/N	Medical School	State	Quota
46	College of Medicine, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike	Ebonyi	100
47	College of Health Sciences, Osun State University, Osogbo	Osun	100
48	College of Medicine and Allied Health Professions, Federal University, Dutse	Jigawa	100
49	College of Medical Sciences, Yobe State University, Damaturu	Yobe	50
50	College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Rhema University, Aba	Abia	100
51	David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences, Uburu	Ebonyi	150
52	College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Baze University, Abuja	FCT	100
53	Bayelsa Medical University, Yenagoa	Bayelsa	100
54	Novena University, Ogume	Delta	75
55	Godfrey Okoye University, Ugwuomu-Nike	Enugu	75
56	State University Medical and Applied Sciences, Igbo-Eno	Enugu	100
57	Lead City University, Ibadan	Oyo	75
58	Federal University of Technology, Owerri	Imo	100
59	Benson Idahosa University School of Medicine, Benin	Edo	50
60	Federal University, Birnin-Kebbi	Kebbi	50
61	Veritas University, Abuja	FCT	75
62	University on the Niger, Anambra State	Anambra	150

Schools with the Highest Admission Quotas

If you are worried about intense competition during Post-UTME, these schools admit the most medical students per session:

School	State	Quota
College of Medical Sciences, Rivers State University	Rivers	300
College of Health Sciences, Bayero University, Kano	Kano	200
College of Health Sciences, Nile University, Abuja	FCT	200
College of Health Sciences, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti	Ekiti	200
College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus	Enugu	180
College of Medical Sciences, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria	Kaduna	180
College of Medicine, University of Ibadan	Oyo	180
College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Idi-Araba	Lagos	150

Note: A higher quota does not mean easier admission — it also means more applicants. A large quota at a prestigious school (like University of Ibadan) can still be extremely competitive.

Breakdown by State — Where Are Most Medical Schools?

State	Number of Accredited Medical Schools
Edo	5
Rivers	4
Enugu	4
Abia	3
FCT (Abuja)	4
Anambra	3
Lagos	3
Oyo	3
Osun	2
Ekiti	2
Ebonyi	2
Ogun	2
Others	1 each

Frequently Asked Questions — MDCN Accredited Medical Schools

What does MDCN accreditation mean for medical schools in Nigeria?

MDCN accreditation means the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria has inspected the school’s facilities, curriculum, staff, and clinical training and confirmed it meets minimum standards to produce qualified doctors. Without this approval, a school cannot legally award the MBBS degree that qualifies you to practise medicine in Nigeria.

Can I study medicine in a partially accredited school?

Yes — partially accredited schools are legally approved to run the MBBS programme and their graduates can sit the MDCN licensing exam. However, partial accreditation means the school has conditions outstanding. If those conditions are not met, the school’s status could be withdrawn. Always verify a school’s current status on the official MDCN website (mdcn.gov.ng) before enrolling.

What is the minimum JAMB score for medicine in Nigeria?

The general JAMB cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery in Nigerian universities is 200, but most competitive medical schools require 250 and above. Top schools like University of Ibadan, UNILAG, and ABU Zaria typically expect scores in the range of 280–320. Check each school’s specific cut-off on their official portal.

Which Nigerian medical school has the highest admission quota?

Rivers State University currently has the highest MDCN-approved admission quota at 300 students per session for its College of Medical Sciences.

How do I confirm if my school is still accredited before I graduate?

Visit the official MDCN website at mdcn.gov.ng and check their current accreditation register. Accreditation status can change — particularly for partially accredited schools. Check at admission, in your 300L year, and again in your final year.

Is a private medical school degree recognised in Nigeria?

Yes, private universities with full MDCN accreditation produce degrees that are equally recognised for MDCN licensing and medical practice. Schools like Babcock University, Bowen University, Afe Babalola University, and Igbinedion University are fully accredited and well-regarded.

What subjects do I need to study medicine in Nigeria?

You need minimum 5 O’Level credits including English Language, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics (or Agricultural Science for some schools). You must also sit JAMB UTME and choose Biology, Chemistry, and Physics as UTME subjects. Pass the school’s Post-UTME screening.

Which southern state has the most medical schools?

Edo State has the most medical schools in southern Nigeria with 5 accredited schools: University of Benin, Igbinedion University, Ambrose Alli University, Edo University, and Benson Idahosa University.

Source & Verification

The information in this guide is sourced from:

• Official MDCN Accreditation Register — Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, verified May 2026
• School count, quota figures, and accreditation status are taken directly from the official MDCN list as released

This page will be updated as soon as MDCN releases any changes to the accreditation status or quotas. If you notice a discrepancy or a new school has been added or removed, alert us in the comments below.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Accreditation status and admission quotas are set by MDCN and subject to change. Always confirm the current status of your chosen school on mdcn.gov.ng before making any admission decision. CampusNinja is not affiliated with MDCN and is not responsible for changes made after our last update date.

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Final Thoughts

Nigeria has 62 MDCN-accredited medical schools as of 2026/2027, 45 fully accredited and 17 partially accredited, spread across 25 states and the FCT. Whether you are applying to a federal university, state university, or private institution, the single most important check before choosing a medical school is confirming it appears on the MDCN accreditation list. Your degree, your licensing, and your entire medical career depend on it. Bookmark this page, and always verify the latest list at mdcn.gov.ng before your final school choice.

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