45. Ebonyi State University
country rank
45
world rank
9295

Established in 2000, Ebonyi State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Abakaliki (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ebonyi. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Ebonyi State University (EBSU) is a coeducationl higher education institution. Ebonyi State University (EBSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. EBSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.
 
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44. Federal University, Dutsin-Ma
country rank
44
world rank
9261

Founded in 2011, Federal University, Dutsin-Ma is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Dutsin-Ma (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Katsina. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Federal University, Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA) is a coeducational higher education institution. Federal University, Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. FUDMA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.


43. Tai Solarin University of Education
country rank
43
world rank
9041
Founded in 2005, Tai Solarin University of Education is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the large town of Ijebu-Ode (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ogun. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Ijagun, Ososa. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) is a large (enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 12 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. TASUED also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.


42. Kogi State University
country rank
42
world rank
9033
 
Established in 1999, Kogi State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in Anyigba, Kogi. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Kogi State University (KSU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Kogi State University (KSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. KSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.


41. University of Calabar
Established in 1975, University of Calabar is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the small city of Calabar (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Cross River. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Calabar (UNICAL) is a very large (enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Calabar (UNICAL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
This 42 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNICAL also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
country rank
41
world rank
8992

40. Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti
country rank
40
world rank
8908
Established in 1982, Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the small city of Ado-Ekiti (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Ekiti. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti (EKSU) is a very large (enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution.
Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti (EKSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 35 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. EKSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

39. African University of Science and Technology
country rank
39
world rank
8902
Founded in 2007, African University of Science and Technology is a private higher education institution located in the large town of Abuja (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Federal Capital Territory. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, African University of Science and Technology (AUST) is a coeducational higher education institution. African University of Science and Technology (AUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. AUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

38. Nasarawa State University
country rank
38
world rank
8854
Founded in 2002, Nasarawa State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Keffi (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Nasarawa. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Nasarawa State University (NSU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Nasarawa State University (NSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. NSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

37. University of Agriculture, Makurdi
country rank
37
world rank
8831
Established in 1988, University of Agriculture, Makurdi is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Makurdi (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Benue. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Agriculture, Makurdi (UAM) is a coeducational higher education institution. University of Agriculture, Makurdi (UAM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study.
UAM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

36. Osun State University
country rank
36
world rank
8692
 
Established in 2007, Osun State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the small city of Oshogbo (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Osun. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Ejigbo, Ifetedo, Ikire, Ipetu-Ijesa, Okuku. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Osun State University (UNIOSUN) is a small (enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Osun State University (UNIOSUN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 10 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNIOSUN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

35. Veritas University
country rank
35
world rank
8673
 
Established in 2007, Veritas University is a private higher education institution located in the large town of Abuja (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Federal Capital Territory. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Veritas University is a coeducational higher education institution. Veritas University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Veritas University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

34. Kwara State University
country rank
34
world rank
8618
Established in 2009, Kwara State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the medium-sized city of Ilorin (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Kwara. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Kwara State University (KWASU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Kwara State University (KWASU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 8 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KWASU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

33. Redeemer's University
country rank
33
world rank
8523
Founded in 2005, Redeemer's University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Mowe (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Ogun. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Redeemer's University (RUN) is a small (enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Pentecostal religion. Redeemer's University (RUN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 12 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. RUN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

32. Benue State University
country rank
32
world rank
8521

Founded in 1992, Benue State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Makurdi (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Benue. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Benue State University (BSU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Benue State University (BSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. BSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

31. Adekunle Ajasin University
country rank
31
world rank
8233
 
Founded in 1982, Adekunle Ajasin University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the small city of Akungba Akoko (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Ondo. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Ikare Akoko. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA) is a large (enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 35 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AAUA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.



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30. Rivers State University of Science and Technology
country rank
30
world rank
8117
 
Founded in 1980, Rivers State University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the large city of Port Harcourt (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Rivers. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Rivers State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) is a large (enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Rivers State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 37 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. RSUST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

29. Enugu State University of Science and Technology
country rank
29
world rank
8099
Established in 1981, Enugu State University of Science and Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium-sized city of Enugu (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUTECH) is a coeducational higher education institution. Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUTECH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. ESUTECH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

28. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture
country rank
28
world rank
8040
Founded in 1992, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Umuahia (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Abia. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture (MOUAU) is a large (enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture (MOUAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 25 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. MOUAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, as well as administrative services.

27. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
country rank
27
world rank
7990
Founded in 1988, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the small city of Bauchi (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. ATBU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, as well as administrative services.

26. University of Uyo
country rank
26
world rank
7965
Founded in 1991, University of Uyo is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large town of Uyo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Akwa Ibom. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Uyo is a coeducational higher education institution. University of Uyo offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. University of Uyo also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

25. Nnamdi Azikiwe University
country rank
25
world rank
7807
 
Established in 1991, Nnamdi Azikiwe University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the small city of Awka (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Anambra. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Nnewi. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU) is a very large (enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 26 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

24. Landmark University
country rank
24
world rank
7715
Established in 2011, Landmark University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in Omu-Aran, Kwara. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Landmark University (LMU) is a small (enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Pentecostal religion. Landmark University (LMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 6 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Nigerian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. LMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

23. University of Jos
country rank
23
world rank
7558
Founded in 1975, University of Jos is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the large city of Jos (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Plateau. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Jos (UNIJOS) is a large (enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Jos (UNIJOS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 42 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UNIJOS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

22. Afe Babalola University
country rank
22
world rank
7328
Established in 2009, Afe Babalola University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the small city of Ado-Ekiti (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Ekiti. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) is a small (enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 8 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this Nigerian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ABUAD also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

21. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
country rank
21
world rank
7265
Founded in 1990, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the rural setting of the medium-sized city of Ogbomoso (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Oyo. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Osogbo. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) is a large (enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 27 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. LAUTECH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

20. American University of Nigeria
country rank
20
world rank
7185
Founded in 2004, American University of Nigeria is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the the rural setting of the large town of Yola (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Adamawa. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, American University of Nigeria (AUN) is a very small (enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. American University of Nigeria (AUN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 13 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Nigerian higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AUN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

19. Bayero University Kano
country rank
19
world rank
7158
Established in 1975, Bayero University Kano is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Kano (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Bayero University Kano (BUK) is a medium-sized (enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Bayero University Kano (BUK) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 42 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. BUK also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, as well as administrative services.

18. Babcock University
country rank
18
world rank
7123
Established in 1959, Babcock University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the medium-sized town of Ilishan-Remo (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Ogun. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Iperu-Remo. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Babcock University (BU) is a small (enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Adventist religion. Babcock University (BU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 58 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

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17. Federal University of Technology, Akure
country rank
17
world rank
7054
Founded in 1981, Federal University of Technology, Akure is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the small city of Akure (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Ondo. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) is a large (enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 36 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. FUTA also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

16. Lagos State University
country rank
16
world rank
7038
Established in 1983, Lagos State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in Ojo, Lagos. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Lagos State University (LASU) is a large (enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Lagos State University (LASU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 34 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. LASU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, as well as administrative services.

15. Usmanu Danfodio University
country rank
15
world rank
6867
 
Founded in 1975, Usmanu Danfodio University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the small city of Sokoto (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Usmanu Danfodio University (UDU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Usmanu Danfodio University (UDU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 42 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UDU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

14. Federal University Oye-Ekiti
country rank
14
world rank
6636
Established in 2011, Federal University Oye-Ekiti is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the rural setting of the medium-sized town of Oye-Ekiti (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Ekiti. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Ikole. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) is a medium-sized (enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 6 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Nigerian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. FUOYE also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

13. University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
country rank
13
world rank
6298
 
Established in 1988, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Abeokuta (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Ogun. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Cenhurd. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (UNAAB) is a large (enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (UNAAB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 29 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNAAB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

 
12. Federal University of Technology, Owerri
country rank
12
world rank
6119
Founded in 1980, Federal University of Technology, Owerri is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the large town of Owerri (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Imo. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) is a coeducational higher education institution. Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. FUTO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sport facilities and/or activities, as well as administrative services.

11. Federal University of Technology, Minna
country rank
11
world rank
5596
Established in 1982, Federal University of Technology, Minna is a for-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the small city of Minna (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Niger. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Bosso. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT Minna) is a large (enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT Minna) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 35 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Nigerian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. FUT Minna also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

10. University of Port Harcourt
country rank
10
world rank
5467
Established in 1975, University of Port Harcourt is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the large city of Port Harcourt (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Rivers. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) is a very large (enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 42 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNIPORT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

4. University of Abuja
country rank
9
world rank
5447
Established in 1988, University of Abuja is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the large town of Abuja (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Federal Capital Territory. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Abuja is a coeducational higher education institution. University of Abuja offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 29 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. University of Abuja also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

8. University of Benin
country rank
8
world rank
4752
 
Founded in 1970, University of Benin is a non-profit public higher education institution located in Ugbowo, Edo. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Benin City. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Benin (UNIBEN) is a very large (enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Benin (UNIBEN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 47 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this Nigerian higher education organization a least selective institution. UNIBEN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

7. University of Nigeria
country rank
7
world rank
4099
Established in 1960, University of Nigeria is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the small city of Nsukka (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Enugu. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Enugu, Aba. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Nigeria (UNN) is a very large (enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Nigeria (UNN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 57 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

6. Covenant University
country rank
6
world rank
4076

Established in 2002, Covenant University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the large town of Ota (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ogun. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Covenant University (CU) is a medium-sized (enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Pentecostal religion. Covenant University (CU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 14 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 40-50% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

5.University of Ilorin
country rank
5
world rank
3940
Established in 1975, University of Ilorin is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Ilorin (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Kwara. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, University of Ilorin is a large (enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Ilorin offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 42 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. University of Ilorin also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

4. Ahmadu Bello University
country rank
4
world rank
3577
Established in 1962, Ahmadu Bello University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the urban setting of the large city of Zaria (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Kaduna. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) is a large (enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 55 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 90-100% making this Nigerian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ABU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

3. Obafemi Awolowo University
country rank
3
world rank
3187
 
Established in 1962, Obafemi Awolowo University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the large town of Ile-Ife (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Osun. Officially accredited/recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) is a large (enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 55 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. OAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

Source: http://gossipmill.ga/2017/07/04/45-best-universities-in-nigeria-nucworld-ranking-2017/

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Blive me dis list is all shades of wrng. NUC doesnt release its list of d best universities at d middle of d calender yr. Nd American University of Nigeria cnt b in NUC ranking due to d simple fact dey dnt use d nigerian curriculum

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