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Al-Hikmah University, IlorinCourses, Portals & Admission Guide

Kwara State, Nigeria
Al-Hikmah, HUI

NELFUND Loan

Not Eligible

JAMB Cut-Off

140+

The university's baseline JAMB UTME cut-off mark is 140. However, competitive programs command higher cut-offs: Nursing (220), Medical Laboratory Science (180), Law (180), Public Health (170), Computer Science (160), and Software Engineering (150).

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦343k - ₦4.0M

Al-Hikmah's consolidated school fees are highly tiered. General Humanities and Management/Social Sciences pay ₦343,000. Computing, Engineering, and Natural Sciences pay ₦830,000. Economics and Accounting pay ₦850,000. Premium programs cost significantly more: Medical Laboratory Science (₦1,612,500), Law (₦1,678,600), Nursing (₦1,718,750), and Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) peaks at ₦4,025,000. The university strictly mandates that all payments MUST be made via the e-portal.

Acceptance Fee

₦70,000

2nd Choice

Accepted

Overview

Al-Hikmah University, located in Ilorin, Kwara State, was established in 2005 by the Abdur-Raheem Oladimeji Islamic Foundation (AROIF). Proudly holding the title of the first Islamic faith-based university in Nigeria, the institution operates under the motto 'Learning for Wisdom and Morality'. It has rapidly expanded across three campuses (Adeta, Atere, and Igbaja) offering highly regarded programs spanning the Humanities, Management Sciences, Law, Computing, and a growing College of Health Sciences.

Al-Hikmah provides a deeply moral, serene, and academically rigorous environment guided by Islamic principles. Students are distributed across its campuses based on their disciplines—for example, Management and Agriculture students reside at the peaceful Igbaja campus, while Law and Medical students study at the Atere campus. The university enforces a strictly digitized financial ecosystem where all payments are processed through an e-portal. Students can choose from a wide variety of accommodation tiers, ranging from standard ₦75,000 rooms to premium ₦500,000 medical suites.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into Al-Hikmah University is inclusive but heavily dependent on the chosen course. A JAMB score of 140 secures eligibility for most programs, but candidates eyeing competitive programs must meet higher benchmarks: Nursing (220), Law (180), and Computer Science (160). Ensure you have a strict O'Level credit in English Language (and Mathematics for Science/Management/Social Science courses). When applying, remember that all financial clearance, including your ₦70,000 acceptance fee, must be handled directly on the university's e-portal to avoid fraud.

Admission Requirements

Candidates must have a valid JAMB UTME result (minimum 140) and possess at least five (5) O'Level credit passes in WASSCE, NECO, GCE, NABTEB, or SISC at not more than two (2) sittings. A credit in English Language is strictly compulsory for all candidates. Additionally, a credit in Mathematics is compulsory for candidates seeking admission into the Faculties of Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Natural and Applied Sciences, and select Education courses. On the application portal, candidates must select 'UNDERGRADUATE FULL TIME ADMISSION'.

Direct Entry Rules

Direct Entry admission is available for applicants with suitable qualifications (such as ND, NCE, IJMB, or A'Level passes in relevant subjects) who have successfully obtained the JAMB Direct Entry Form.

Post UTME Screening Format

Al-Hikmah utilizes an online application and document screening process. Candidates log onto the university portal to upload their credentials and complete the application without necessarily taking a physical CBT.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I pay my Al-Hikmah school fees at the bank?
No. The university has a strict policy that all payments, including tuition and hostel fees, must be made exclusively via the university's e-portal. Payment through other direct bank deposit means is not accepted.
How much is the hostel fee at Al-Hikmah University?
Hostel fees range heavily based on your campus and the room's facilities. Options start as low as ₦75,000 in Igbaja, scale through ₦150,000 to ₦250,000 for standard campus hostels in Ilorin, and peak at ₦500,000 for the specialized Medical Student Hostel.
How much is the school fee for Computer Science?
For programs in Computing, Engineering, and Natural/Applied Sciences, the total consolidated school fee for fresh students is ₦830,000 per session.
Does Al-Hikmah University require Mathematics for all courses?
No. While English Language is strictly compulsory for all candidates, Mathematics is only explicitly compulsory for candidates seeking admission into the Faculties of Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Natural and Applied Sciences, and select Education courses.

Campuses

Adeta Campus (Main Campus)

Adewole Housing Estate, Adeta Road, Ilorin, Ilorin West

Atere Campus

Atere, Ilorin, Ilorin West

Igbaja Campus

Igbaja, Ifelodun

Academic Faculties

Faculty of Agriculture
  • Agriculture
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Cyber Security
  • Information Systems
  • Software Engineering
Faculty of Education
  • Accounting Education
  • Agriculture Science Education
  • Arabic Education
  • Biology Education
  • Business Education
  • Chemistry Education
  • Computer Science Education
  • Economics Education
  • Educational Guidance and Counselling
  • Educational Management
  • Educational Technology
  • English Education
  • Islamic Studies Education
  • Library and Information Science
  • Mathematics Education
  • Physics Education
  • Political Science Education
  • Social Studies Education
Faculty of Health Sciences
  • Human Anatomy
  • Human Physiology
  • Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS)
  • Public Health
Faculty of Nursing Sciences
  • Nursing Science (B.NSc.)
College of Health Sciences
  • Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Arabic
  • English
  • History and International Relations
  • Islamic Studies
  • Mass Communication
  • Political Science and Conflict Resolution
  • Public Administration
  • Sociology
Faculty of Law
  • Common Law (LL.B.)
  • Common and Islamic Law (LL.B.)
Faculty of Management Sciences
  • Accounting
  • Banking and Finance
  • Business Administration
  • Business Administration (Marketing Option)
  • Economics
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Geology and Mineral Sciences
  • Industrial Chemistry
  • Industrial Mathematics
  • Mathematics
  • Microbiology
  • Petroleum Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Physics with Electronics
  • Statistics

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