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Crescent University, AbeokutaCourses, Portals & Admission Guide

Ogun State, Nigeria
CUAB, Crescent University

Quick Facts: CUAB Admission 2026

Does CUAB write Post-UTME? Yes. The general JAMB cut-off mark is 180. Estimated school fees range from ₦303k to ₦1.7M, and the acceptance fee is ₦50,000. Verify all details on the official CUAB portal.

NELFUND Loan

Not Eligible

JAMB Cut-Off

180+

The official minimum JAMB UTME cut-off mark to apply for Crescent University is 180.

Post-UTME Form

₦10,000

Est. Tuition

₦303k - ₦1.7M

Crescent University operates a highly structured fee tier that includes tuition, hostel connect, and portal fees. Islamic Studies is heavily subsidized at ₦303,000. Standard sciences and arts (Microbiology, Economics, Political Science) hover around ₦703,000. Business and Tech (Computer Science, Mass Comm) cost ₦753,000. Accounting is ₦1,018,000. The highest premium tracks—Law and Nursing—cost ₦1,653,000 (Nursing includes private hostel accommodation). The university requires a minimum of 70% payment for the 1st semester and 30% for the 2nd semester. Late payments attract a ₦10,000 monthly penalty.

Acceptance Fee

₦50,000

2nd Choice

Accepted

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Campuses & Locations

Main Campus

Km 5, Ayetoro Road, Lafenwa, Abeokuta North

Abeokuta Business School (ABS) Annex

Km 2 Kobape Road, Oke-Musan, Abeokuta

About CUAB & Campus Life

Crescent University, Abeokuta (CUAB), is a premier private Islamic university in Nigeria. Established in 2005 by the Islamic Mission for Africa (IMA) founded by the renowned international jurist, Prince Bola Ajibola the university was created to champion academic and moral excellence. With the core vision to breed global citizens rather than 'brilliant beasts', Crescent University combines rigorous academic curricula with strong ethical and professional standards. It features elite faculties, most notably the highly respected Bola Ajibola College of Law (BACOLAW), the College of Health Sciences (COHES), and a dedicated executive hub known as the Abeokuta Business School (ABS).

Situated along Ayetoro Road in Lafenwa, Abeokuta, the Crescent University campus offers a highly disciplined, serene, and secure learning environment. The university mandates on-campus residency to ensure absolute focus and proper moral grooming. Students are subjected to a strict dress code and a code of conduct rooted in Islamic values, though the campus accommodates students of diverse backgrounds. Campus life is vibrant, featuring active student societies like IMASA, NACOSS, and specialized Law bodies (NSIL, ADR Society), alongside major sports competitions like the Bola Ajibola Champions Cup.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into Crescent University is competitive. Aspirants must score a minimum of 180 in their UTME. Candidates who initially chose other schools can process a Change of Institution through JAMB to select CUAB as their first choice. The Post-UTME process requires the payment of a ₦10,000 application fee (₦20,000 for Nursing) and an oral interview. A key requirement for undergraduates is that all O'Level results must have been obtained within the last 5 years. For those seeking alternative routes, the CESEDEP center offers reliable Pre-Degree and JUPEB options.

CUAB Admission Requirements (O'Level & Direct Entry)

Candidates must obtain a minimum of 180 in UTME. Applicants must possess a minimum of five (5) O'Level credit passes—including English Language and Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (for Science/Health courses) obtained in not more than two (2) sittings within the last 5 years.

Direct Entry Rules

Direct Entry candidates must possess an OND/ND with at least an Upper Credit, an NCE, or two Advanced Level (IJMB) passes. Transfer students require a minimum CGPA of 1.5 and must submit a confidential report from their previous institution.

Post UTME Screening Format

The screening process involves an online application via the e-portal. Candidates pay a ₦10,000 application fee (₦20,000 for Nursing) and an additional ₦1,000 screening fee. Following the application, candidates must pass a mandatory oral interview/screening exercise.

Frequently Asked Questions About CUAB Admission

What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Crescent University?
The official minimum JAMB UTME cut-off mark to apply for Crescent University, Abeokuta is 180.
How much is the school fees for Law and Nursing at Crescent University?
Law and Nursing are the premium courses at Crescent University. The tuition and associated portal fees for these programmes are exactly ₦1,653,000 for freshers (Nursing includes private hostel accommodation).
Does Crescent University offer Pre-Degree or Part-Time programmes?
Yes. Through the Center for Sub and External Degree Programmes (CESEDEP), CUAB offers Pre-Degree, JUPEB, Diploma, and Part-Time Degree programmes.
Where is the Abeokuta Business School located?
The Abeokuta Business School (ABS), which offers executive MBA and DBA programmes, is located off the main campus at Km 2 Kobape Road, Oke-Musan, Abeokuta.

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