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Kaduna State University (KASU)Courses, Portals & Admission Guide

Kaduna State, Nigeria
KASU

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JAMB Cut-Off

170+

KASU utilizes a strictly tiered cut-off mark system. Agriculture, Arts, Education, and Physical Sciences require a minimum of 170. Social Sciences, Management, Mass Communication, and Life Sciences require 180. Computing, Engineering, Allied Health Sciences, and Pharmacy require 200. Medicine & Surgery requires a minimum of 220.

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦105k - ₦300k

KASU implements a differential fee structure based on state of origin and faculty. Kaduna State Indigenes in Arts, Social Sciences, Education, Management, and Communication pay ₦105,000 (Non-indigenes pay ₦120,000). Students in Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Agriculture, Computing (Cybersecurity, Data Science), and Library Science pay ₦120,000 for indigenes and ₦155,000 for non-indigenes. Nursing students pay ₦250,000. Premium clinical programs like Medicine & Surgery, Pharmacy, and other Allied Health Sciences attract the highest fee of ₦300,000.

Acceptance Fee

₦10,000

2nd Choice

Not Accepted

Overview

Kaduna State University (KASU) was established in 2004 to bridge the higher education gap in the region. Operating across multiple dynamic campuses including Kaduna, Kafanchan, and Makarfi, KASU has rapidly evolved into a center of academic excellence. Beyond its undergraduate collegiate structure, KASU is highly research-driven, hosting specialized hubs like the Center for Ginger Research and the Centre for Mosquito-Borne Diseases.

Campus life at KASU is vibrant and highly digitized. The university has eliminated physical clearance stress; students manage their entire lifecycle—from O'Level verification tokens to course registration—remotely via the SAFRecords portal. Students enjoy upgraded modern facilities, active Student Union Government (SUG) participation, and a structured campus environment.

💡 Pro Tip: Securing admission into KASU requires tactical planning. You must make KASU your first choice. Understand the tiered cut-off system: while 170 qualifies you for Arts and Agriculture, you need 200 for Computing/Engineering, and a massive 220 for Medicine & Surgery. Ensure your email address and phone number are active, as KASU exclusively sends your Conditional Offer and acceptance fee payment links directly to your inbox after your online O'Level verification.

Admission Requirements

Candidates must select KASU as their first choice institution. Applicants must possess at least five (5) O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including Mathematics and English Language, in not more than two (2) sittings.

Direct Entry Rules

Direct Entry candidates must choose KASU as their first choice. IJMB candidates require a minimum of 7 points for most courses, 12 points for Allied Health/Pharmacy, and 13 points for Medicine & Surgery. Candidates with an NCE or National Diploma must possess a minimum of 10 points (Lower Credit) in relevant fields.

Post UTME Screening Format

KASU conducts a strictly online Post-UTME screening and a 100% remote post-admission registration process. Candidates apply via the SAFApply portal. Once admitted on JAMB CAPS, candidates must purchase a Verification Token online to verify their O'Level results. Upon successful verification, KASU issues a 'Conditional Offer' via email containing the link to pay the acceptance fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much are the school fees at Kaduna State University (KASU)?
KASU operates a differential fee structure. Indigenes in Arts, Social Sciences, and Management pay ₦105,000 (Non-indigenes ₦120,000). Sciences and Tech-related courses cost ₦120,000 for indigenes (Non-indigenes ₦155,000). Nursing is ₦250,000, while premium medical programs like Medicine & Surgery and Pharmacy cost ₦300,000.
Is there a physical clearance for newly admitted students at KASU?
No. KASU has digitized its entire registration process. Admitted candidates must complete document uploads and O'Level verification completely online via the SAFApply portal, eliminating the need to visit the campus physically for clearance.
How do I pay my acceptance fee at KASU?
After accepting your admission on JAMB CAPS and purchasing an O'Level verification token on the KASU portal, the university will send a 'Conditional Offer' to your email. You must click the dedicated payment link inside that specific email to pay your acceptance fee.
How do I log into the KASU portal to pay my school fees?
Once cleared, you transition to the KASU student portal (SAFRecords). Your login Username is your JAMB Registration Number, and the default password is usually 'kasu' followed by the admission year. You are required to change this password immediately after your first login.

Campuses

Kaduna Campus (Main)

Tafawa Balewa Way / Ungwan Rimi, Kaduna North

Kafanchan Campus

Kafanchan, Jema'a

Makarfi Campus

Makarfi, Makarfi

Kakuri Campus

Makera, Kakuri, Kaduna South

Academic Faculties

Faculty of Agriculture
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
  • Animal Science
  • Crop Protection
  • Plant Protection
  • Soil Science
Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
  • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Nursing
  • Physiotherapy
  • Radiography
Faculty of Architecture
  • Architecture
Faculty of Arts
  • Arabic
  • Christian Religious Studies
  • English
  • French
  • Hausa
  • History and Strategic Studies
  • Islamic Studies
  • Linguistics
  • Theatre Arts
Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
  • Anatomic Pathology & Forensic Medicine
  • Chemical Pathology
  • Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics
  • Haematology & Blood Transfusion
  • Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
  • Human Anatomy
  • Human Physiology
  • Medical Biochemistry
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
  • Community Medicine
  • Family Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatrics
  • Psychiatry
  • Radiology
  • Surgery
Faculty of Communication
  • Broadcasting
  • Journalism and Media Studies
  • Mass Communication
Faculty of Computing
  • Computer Science
  • Cyber Security
  • Data Science
Faculty of Earth Sciences and Sustainability Studies
  • Environmental Standards
  • Geography and Sustainability Studies
  • Geology
  • Geophysics
Faculty of Education
  • Education & Arabic
  • Education & Biology
  • Education & Chemistry
  • Education & Christian Religious Studies
  • Education & Economics
  • Education & English Language
  • Education & Geography
  • Education & Hausa
  • Education & Islamic Studies
  • Education & Mathematics
  • Education & Physics
Faculty of Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Environmental Management
  • Building
  • Environmental Management
  • Estate Management
  • Quantity Surveying
Faculty of Life Sciences
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Microbiology
Faculty of Management Sciences
  • Accounting
  • Banking and Finance
  • Business Administration
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
  • Marketing
  • Procurement & Supply Chain Management
  • Public Administration
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Management
  • Pharmaceutical & Medicinal Chemistry
  • Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Biotechnology
  • Pharmaceutics & Industrial Pharmacy
  • Pharmacognosy & Drug Development
  • Pharmacology and Toxicology
Faculty of Physical Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Pure and Applied Chemistry
  • Statistics
Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Criminology & Security Studies
  • Economics
  • International Relations & Diplomacy
  • Library and Information Sciences
  • Political Science
  • Sociology

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