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FederalFederal College of EducationSpecial EducationOyo StateUI AffiliationLASU SandwichSign Language InterpretingSPED Approved

Federal College of Education (Special), OyoCourses, Portals & Admission Guide

Oyo State, Nigeria
FCES Oyo, FCE Special, SPED Oyo

NELFUND Loan

Approved

JAMB Cut-Off

100+

The baseline JAMB UTME cut-off mark for NCE programs is 100. However, for Degree programs (affiliated with the University of Ibadan), the cut-off mark is strictly aligned with UI's standard, typically set at 200.

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦30k - ₦65k

As a Federal institution, tuition is highly subsidized. Regular NCE students generally pay between ₦30,000 and ₦45,000 per session. Degree students (UI Affiliated) pay slightly higher fees. All payments are securely routed through the Federal Government's Remita platform via the SISS Portal.

Acceptance Fee

₦15,000

2nd Choice

Accepted

Overview

Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo is a trailblazing, federally funded teacher-training institution established in 1977. It holds the unique distinction of being the only college of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa entirely devoted to Special Education. Supported by the Centre For Educational Technology (CET) and the Directorate of Sign Language Interpreting, the college offers comprehensive NCE programs, Full-Time Bachelor's Degrees in affiliation with the University of Ibadan (UI), and flexible Sandwich Degrees in affiliation with Lagos State University (LASU).

The campus in Oyo town is celebrated for its highly inclusive, accessible, and empathetic environment. Facilities are uniquely tailored to accommodate students with physical and sensory disabilities, featuring specialized equipment like braille presses and sign language laboratories. The community is vibrant, deeply cooperative, and actively bridges the gap between conventional academics and special needs advocacy.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into FCES Oyo provides a distinctive career advantage. For NCE programs, a minimum JAMB score of 100 makes you eligible. The application ecosystem is highly digitized, utilizing specific portals like nce.fcesoyo.edu.ng and ui.fcesoyo.edu.ng depending on your desired tier. The college requires 5 O'Level credits (including Math and English) and uniquely accepts NBAIS for Islamic Studies. Be prepared to select a dual-major combination (e.g., Special Education / Computer Science) during your application process.

Admission Requirements

Applicants for NCE programs must possess a minimum of five (5) O'Level credit passes obtained in not more than two (2) sittings. These credits MUST include English Language and Mathematics, alongside three other subjects relevant to the candidate's chosen teaching subject combinations. Accepted certificates include WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, and JABAIS/NBAIS (strictly for Arabic and Islamic Studies).

Direct Entry Rules

Candidates applying for Full-Time UI Degree programs or the 4-Year LASU Sandwich Degree must possess a relevant NCE or National Diploma (ND) with at least a Merit/Lower Credit. For the LASU Sandwich program, candidates with only O'Level or TCII will be placed in the 5-Year pathway.

Post UTME Screening Format

The college operates highly segmented online application processes via dedicated subdomains (e.g., nce.fcesoyo.edu.ng, ui.fcesoyo.edu.ng, lasu.fcesoyo.edu.ng). Online registration is followed by a mandatory physical screening exercise on campus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes FCE Special Oyo different from other colleges?
FCES Oyo is the only tertiary institution in Sub-Saharan Africa specifically dedicated to Special Education. Every student is trained to teach both regular students and individuals with special needs.
Does FCE Special Oyo offer part-time programs?
Yes. The college offers NCE Part-Time, NCE Sandwich, and LASU-affiliated Sandwich Degree programs specifically designed for working professionals.
Why are the courses combined with 'Special Education'?
FCES Oyo operates a dual-curriculum. You will graduate as a specialist in a standard teaching subject (like Mathematics or English) and concurrently as a specialist in a Special Education field.
What is the cut-off mark for FCE Special Oyo?
The JAMB cut-off mark for NCE programs is 100. However, for the UI-affiliated Degree programs, the cut-off mark is typically 200.

Campuses

Main Campus

Afin, Oyo Town, Oyo East

Academic Faculties

School of Secondary Education
  • Cultural and Creative Arts (Double Major)
  • Hausa / Social Studies
  • History (Double Major)
  • Physics (Double Major)
  • Special Education / Agricultural Science (Double Major)
  • Special Education / Arabic
  • Special Education / Biology
  • Special Education / Business Education
  • Special Education / Chemistry
  • Special Education / Christian Religious Studies
  • Special Education / Computer Science
  • Special Education / Economics
  • Special Education / English
  • Special Education / Fine Art (Double Major)
  • Special Education / French
  • Special Education / Geography
  • Special Education / Hausa
  • Special Education / Home Economics
  • Special Education / Igbo
  • Special Education / Integrated Science
  • Special Education / Islamic Studies
  • Special Education / Mathematics
  • Special Education / Music
  • Special Education / Physical And Health Education
  • Special Education / Political Science
  • Special Education / Social Studies
  • Special Education / Theatre Arts
  • Special Education / Yoruba
School of ECPAE (Early Childhood, Primary & Adult Education)
  • Primary Education Studies
  • Special Education / Adult and Non Formal Education
  • Special Education / Early Childhood Care Education
School of Special Education
  • Education for the Hearing Impaired
  • Education for the Intellectually Retarded
  • Education for the Learning Disabled
  • Education for the Visually Impaired
  • Rehabilitation Education
School of Education
  • Curriculum and Instruction
  • Educational Foundations
  • Educational Psychology
School of General Studies Education
  • General Education Studies

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