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Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)Courses, Portals & Admission Guide

Ekiti State, Nigeria
FUOYE

NELFUND Loan

Approved

JAMB Cut-Off

160+

The baseline UTME score required to purchase the Post-UTME screening form is 160. However, FUOYE utilizes a highly competitive aggregate scoring system. Premium courses such as Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), Law, Pharmacy (Pharm.D), and Nursing require exceptionally high aggregate scores to secure merit admission.

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦80k - ₦390k

As a Federal University, pure tuition is free for undergraduate Nigerian students. However, students pay consolidated sundry fees covering municipal, ICT, and departmental charges. Returning student fees range from ₦80,000 (Arts/Management) to ₦265,000 (Medicine). Freshmen pay significantly higher fees due to onboarding: ₦190,000 (Arts/Science), ₦240,000 (Engineering/Anatomy), ₦290,000 (Law/Nursing/Pharmacy), and ₦390,000 (Medicine). Freshmen must also budget for one-off levies like Medical Screening (₦20,000), FIDS/Internet (₦20,000), and Clearance Processing (₦10,000).

Acceptance Fee

₦80,000

2nd Choice

Not Accepted

Overview

Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) is a fast-growing federal institution established by the Nigerian government in 2011 to expand access to high-quality tertiary education. Known for its rapid academic evolution and massive infrastructural expansion, FUOYE has grown from its initial foundational schools to an impressive 16 unbundled faculties. Today, it hosts a fully approved College of Medicine, a Faculty of Pharmacy, a Faculty of Law, and highly specialized schools for Computing and Communication & Media Studies.

FUOYE operates a dynamic multi-campus system. The Main Campus in Oye-Ekiti houses the majority of the administrative and academic faculties (including Sciences, Law, and Medicine), while the Ikole-Ekiti campus is dedicated to Engineering, Agriculture, and Environmental Design. The university provides an intellectually stimulating environment with diverse cultural representation, entrepreneurial training, and extensive digitized portals (eCampus) to streamline student registrations, hostel allocations, and fee payments.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into FUOYE has become increasingly competitive. You must make FUOYE your First Choice institution and score a minimum of 160 in JAMB. Rather than writing a physical Post-UTME exam, FUOYE grades candidates using an aggregate system that heavily weighs both your JAMB score and the quality of your O'Level grades. Ensure your JAMB subject combination perfectly aligns with the university's brochure requirements. Remember that uploading your O'Level results to the JAMB CAPS portal is a strict, non-negotiable prerequisite for admission. MBBS candidates must note the strict 'one-sitting' O'Level rule.

Admission Requirements

Candidates must exclusively select FUOYE as their First Choice Institution in JAMB. Applicants must possess a minimum of five (5) O'Level credit passes (including English Language and Mathematics) obtained in not more than two (2) sittings in subjects strictly relevant to their proposed course. EXCEPTIONS: Candidates applying for Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) MUST obtain their 5 core O'Level credits in a single (1) sitting.

Direct Entry Rules

Direct Entry candidates must possess at least two (2) A' Level (or equivalent) Credit passes in relevant subjects, an ND at Upper Credit, an NCE with a Credit Pass, an HND with a minimum of Lower Credit, or a good first degree in another field. Inter-University Transfer applicants must pay a ₦150,000 transfer fee and ensure their official transcripts are mailed directly to the Registrar.

Post UTME Screening Format

FUOYE utilizes a comprehensive online point-based screening system rather than a physical CBT exam. Candidates must pay a ₦2,000 screening fee, complete their profile using their JAMB Registration Number, verify their email, and upload their O'Level results to the university portal. Uploading O'Level results to the JAMB CAPS portal is also strictly mandatory.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the school fee for a new student at FUOYE?
FUOYE utilizes a tiered sundry fee structure. Freshmen pay a consolidated fee ranging from ₦190,000 (for Arts, Education, Sciences, and Agric) up to ₦390,000 (for Medicine and Surgery). Additional required onboarding charges include Acceptance Fees (₦80,000 - ₦100,000 depending on the faculty), Medical Registration (₦20,000), and internet access.
Can I combine two O'Level results for Medicine and Surgery at FUOYE?
No. While FUOYE allows a maximum of two sittings for most courses, candidates applying for Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) must strictly obtain their 5 core credits in a single (1) sitting.
Does FUOYE accept Lower Credit for Direct Entry?
FUOYE accepts a minimum of Lower Credit for candidates holding an HND. However, candidates applying with a National Diploma (ND) must have a minimum of an Upper Credit.
Is Federal University Oye-Ekiti a multi-campus university?
Yes. FUOYE operates across two major campuses in Ekiti State. The Main Campus is located in Oye-Ekiti, while the Ikole Campus specifically houses the Faculties of Agriculture, Engineering, and Environmental Design.

Campuses

Oye-Ekiti Campus (Main Campus)

Oye-Afao Road, Oye-Ekiti, Oye

Ikole Campus

Ikole-Ekiti, Ikole

Academic Faculties

Faculty of Agriculture
  • B. Agric. Agriculture
  • B. Agric. Crop Science and Horticulture
  • B. Fisheries and Aquaculture
  • B. Food Science and Technology
  • B. Hospitality and Tourism Management
  • B. Water Resources Management and Agro-Meteorology
Faculty of Arts
  • B.A. English and Literary Studies
  • B.A. History and International Studies
  • B.A. Linguistics and Languages
  • B.A. Philosophy
  • B.A. Religious Studies
  • B.A. Theatre and Media Arts
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
  • B.NSc. Nursing
  • B.Sc. Anatomy
  • B.Sc. Physiology
  • B.Sc. Radiography and Radiation Science
  • BMLS Medical Laboratory Science
Faculty of Communication and Media Studies
  • B.Sc. Broadcasting
  • B.Sc. Journalism
  • B.Sc. Mass Communication
  • B.Sc. Public Relations
Faculty of Computer and Information Engineering
  • B. Eng. Computer Engineering
  • B. Eng. Information and Communication Engineering
  • B. Eng. Systems Engineering
Faculty of Computing
  • B.Sc. Computer Science
  • B.Sc. Cyber Security
  • B.Sc. Data Science and Analytics
  • B.Sc. Software Engineering
Faculty of Education
  • B.A. (Ed.) English Language Education
  • B.Ed. Adult Education
  • B.Ed. Business Education
  • B.Ed. Educational Management
  • B.Ed. Primary Education
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Agricultural Education
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Biology Education
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Chemistry Education
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Education and Economics
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Education and Physics
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Educational Technology
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Guidance and Counseling
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Health Education
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Human Kinetics
  • B.Sc. (Ed.) Mathematics Education
  • BLS. Library and Information Science Education
Faculty of Engineering
  • B. Eng. Agricultural and Bio Resources Engineering
  • B. Eng. Civil Engineering
  • B.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • B.Eng. Materials and Metallurgical Engineering
  • B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
  • B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering
Faculty of Environmental Design and Management
  • B.Sc. Architecture
  • B.Sc. Building
  • B.Sc. Estate Management
  • B.Sc. Quantity Surveying
  • B.Sc. Surveying and Geoinformatics
  • B.Sc. Urban and Regional Planning
Faculty of Law
  • Law
Faculty of Life Sciences
  • B.Sc. Animal & Environmental Biology
  • B.Sc. Biochemistry
  • B.Sc. Environmental Management and Toxicology
  • B.Sc. Microbiology
  • B.Sc. Plant Science & Biotechnology
Faculty of Management Sciences
  • B.Sc. Accounting
  • B.Sc. Business Administration
  • B.Sc. Finance
  • B.Sc. Public Administration
College of Medicine
  • MBBS. Medicine and Surgery
Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D.)
Faculty of Physical Sciences
  • B.Sc. Chemistry
  • B.Sc. Geology
  • B.Sc. Geophysics
  • B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry
  • B.Sc. Mathematics
  • B.Sc. Physics
  • B.Sc. Statistics
Faculty of Social Sciences
  • B.Sc. Criminology and Security Studies
  • B.Sc. Demography and Social Statistics
  • B.Sc. Economics
  • B.Sc. Peace and Conflict Studies
  • B.Sc. Political Science
  • B.Sc. Psychology
  • B.Sc. Sociology

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