Last Updated on 7 months ago by Haruna Ayuba
The management of the University of Mkar (UMM), located in Mkar, Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria, has released the school fees schedule for the 2026/2027 academic session. This guide provides a clear breakdown of tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate programs across its colleges, along with additional charges and payment instructions, to help prospective and current students plan their budgets effectively.
Undergraduate Programs
College of Social and Management Sciences
Programs: Accounting, Business Management, Economics, Mass Communication, Political Science, Sociology, International Relations, Entrepreneurship
- 100 Level: ₦286,000
- 200 Level: ₦266,000
- 300 Level: ₦266,000
- 400 Level: ₦276,000
College of Natural and Applied Sciences
Programs: Biochemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Microbiology, Physics, Industrial Chemistry, Mathematics
- 100 Level: ₦306,000
- 200 Level: ₦286,000
- 300 Level: ₦286,000
- 400 Level: ₦296,000
College of Food Science and Technology
Program: Food Science and Technology
- 100 Level: ₦306,000
- 200 Level: ₦286,000
- 300 Level: ₦286,000
- 400 Level: ₦296,000
Note: Tuition fees include accommodation, as UMM operates a mandatory residency policy for all undergraduate students. Students are not allowed to stay off-campus and must provide their own beddings, mosquito nets, and toiletries.
Postgraduate Programs
Programs: PGD and MSc in Accounting, Business Administration, Sociology, Food Science and Technology
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD, per semester): ₦100,000
- Master’s (MSc, total program cost): ₦400,000
Note: Postgraduate fees are paid per semester for PGD and as a one-time payment for MSc programs. Accommodation is not included in postgraduate tuition fees.
Other Fees
General Fees (All Undergraduate Students)
- Acceptance Fee: ₦30,000 (one-time, 100 Level only)
- Online Course Registration/ICT Fee: ₦20,000 (per session)
- Library Fee: ₦10,000 (per session)
- Sports Levy: ₦5,000 (per session)
- Health Insurance: ₦10,000 (per session)
- Sanitation Fee: ₦5,000 (per session)
- Entrepreneurship Fee: ₦10,000 (per session)
- Community Service Levy: ₦5,000 (per session)
- Leadership Training Fee (300 Level only): ₦20,000
- Project Levy: ₦20,000 (400 Level only)
- Regularisation Fee: ₦10,000 (400 Level only)
Total General Fees (Per Session, Undergraduate)
- 100 Level: ₦95,000
- 200 Level: ₦65,000
- 300 Level: ₦85,000
- 400 Level: ₦95,000
General Fees (Postgraduate Students)
- Acceptance Fee: ₦50,000 (one-time)
- Online Course Registration/ICT Fee: ₦20,000 (per session)
- Library Fee: ₦10,000 (per session)
- Sports Levy: ₦5,000 (per session)
- Health Insurance: ₦10,000 (per session)
- Sanitation Fee: ₦5,000 (per session)
- Thesis Levy (MSc final semester): ₦30,000
- Regularisation Fee (MSc final semester): ₦10,000
Total General Fees (Per Session, Postgraduate)
- PGD/MSc First Session (including Acceptance): ₦100,000
- PGD Subsequent Sessions: ₦50,000
- MSc Final Semester: ₦90,000
Professional Fees
- Laboratory Fee (Natural and Applied Sciences, Food Science and Technology): ₦20,000 (per session)
Additional Notes
- Cafeteria Services: UMM operates a pay-as-you-eat cafeteria service, which is outsourced. Students are not allowed to cook in their halls of residence or buy food outside the campus. Meal costs are separate from tuition and vary based on consumption.
- Electrical Appliances: Use of delicate appliances like electric cookers and television sets is prohibited in halls of residence. Students may use electric kettles with an automatic switch-off facility.
Steps to Pay University of Mkar School Fees
- Visit the University of Mkar website (umm.edu.ng).
- Navigate to the ‘Student Portal’ and select ‘Make Payments’.
- Log in using your JAMB registration number (for new students) or student ID (for returning students) and password.
- Select ‘Pay Online with Etranzact CREDO’ or generate a payment invoice for bank transfer.
- Choose to pay with your ATM card or select ‘Transfer’ to the one-time account number displayed (e.g., UBA Plc A/C 1007938103 for specific fees like Leadership Training).
- A payment receipt will be sent to your registered email upon successful transaction.
- Click the ‘Proceed to UMM’ link on the receipt to view it on your student portal.
- In case of payment difficulties, contact the Bursar at +234 803 314 2160.
Notes
- Payment Plans: Fees must be paid on or before the first day of the semester. Late registration (after 14 days from resumption) incurs a ₦10,000 penalty. Installment payments may be available; contact the bursary for details.
- Scholarships/Financial Aid: Limited information is available on scholarships. Contact the admissions office for potential merit-based or need-based financial aid opportunities.
- Source: Fee information is based on data from umm.edu.ng, myschoolgist.com, schoolings.org, and mediangr.com.ng. Verify with UMM’s official website or bursary office for the most accurate and up-to-date details.
If you have questions, leave a comment below or contact the university directly at +234 803 314 2160 or via umm.edu.ng.
