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National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)Courses, Portals & Admission Guide

Abuja State, Nigeria
NOUN, Open University

NELFUND Loan

Approved

JAMB Cut-Off

N/A

JAMB UTME is NOT required for admission into the National Open University of Nigeria. Admission is direct via their portal.

Post-UTME Form

₦5,000

Est. Tuition

₦36k - ₦96k

Fees are paid per semester based on course load. New undergraduates pay a total compulsory fee of ₦55,500, while returning undergraduates pay ₦18,000. Course registration costs ₦2,000 - ₦3,000 per course, plus a ₦1,500 examination fee per course. Final year projects cost ₦25,000.

Acceptance Fee

N/A

2nd Choice

Accepted

Overview

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is a Federal Open and Distance Learning (ODL) institution. It is the first and only single-mode university in Nigeria dedicated to distance learning. Originally established on July 22, 1983, it was suspended in 1984 before being successfully resuscitated on October 1, 2002. Today, it stands as the largest tertiary institution in West Africa by student numbers.

Unlike traditional universities, NOUN does not offer hostel accommodation or traditional classroom lectures. Students study independently using customized course materials and digital resources, only visiting their designated physical 'Study Centres' (located in every state capital in Nigeria) for facilitation classes, administrative issues, and CBT/pen-on-paper examinations.

💡 Pro Tip: Gaining admission into NOUN is the most straightforward in Nigeria. Because there is no JAMB UTME or Post-UTME barrier, simply visit the NOUN portal, generate an RRR, pay the ₦5,000 form fee, and fill in your O'Level grades. If your grades meet the specific requirements for your course, your admission letter is generated instantly.

Admission Requirements

Candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) O'Level credit passes (WAEC, NECO, GCE, NABTEB) including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings. Admission is open all year round.

Direct Entry Rules

Direct Entry candidates must possess a National Diploma (ND) with a minimum of Upper Credit, NCE, or a bachelor's degree in a related field. Direct Entry grants placement into the 200-level of the chosen programme.

Post UTME Screening Format

There is NO Post-UTME screening exam. Candidates apply directly on the NOUN portal, pay the application fee (₦5,000 for undergraduates), upload their credentials, and if qualified, print their admission letter immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does NOUN require JAMB for admission?
No, the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) does not require a JAMB UTME score for admission. You only need your O'Level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB) to apply directly on their portal.
How much are the school fees for new undergraduates at NOUN?
New undergraduates pay a baseline compulsory fee of ₦55,500. On top of this, you will pay ₦2,000 to ₦3,000 for each course you register for, plus ₦1,500 per course for examination registration.
Do NOUN graduates go for NYSC?
Currently, graduates of NOUN do not participate in the regular NYSC camping and deployment scheme. Instead, they are issued a valid NYSC Certificate of Exemption, which is legally recognized for employment purposes in Nigeria.
Do NOUN Law graduates go to Nigerian Law School?
Yes. Following a resolution by the Council of Legal Education, NOUN Law graduates are now admitted into the Nigerian Law School for the Bar Part II programme, provided they meet the specific requirements.
Does NOUN have a specific resumption date or admission deadline?
NOUN operates a highly flexible calendar. Admission application is usually open almost all year round, and you can resume and start your course modules at your own pace at any of their study centres nationwide.

Campuses

National Headquarters

Jabi, Abuja Municipal

Study Centres

Nationwide, Various

Academic Faculties

Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
  • •Agricultural Economics and Agro-Business (B.Agric)
  • •Agricultural Extension and Rural Development (B.Agric)
  • •Agricultural Extension Management (PGD)
  • •Animal Science (B.Agric)
  • •Crop Science (B.Agric)
  • •Soil and Land Resources Management (B.Agric)
Faculty of Arts
  • •Arabic (BA)
  • •Christian Theology / Religious Studies (BA, MA, PGD, PhD)
  • •English Language and Literature (BA, MA, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
  • •French (BA)
  • •Hausa (BA)
  • •Igbo (BA)
  • •Islamic Studies (BA, MA)
  • •Philosophy (BA)
  • •Yoruba (BA)
Centre for Human Resource Development (CHRD)
  • •Advance Drivers Training (Certificate)
  • •Air Conditioning System (Certificate)
  • •Automotive Excellence (Certificate)
  • •Electric Vehicles and Auto Diagnostics (Certificate)
  • •In Car Pre-purchase Inspection (Certificate)
  • •Professional Child Care (Certificate)
  • •Solar Installation (Certificate)
  • •Tech-savy With Cars (Certificate)
  • •Tyre Technology (Certificate)
Faculty of Computing
  • •Computer Science (BSc)
  • •Information Technology (BSc, PGD, MSc, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
Directorate For Entrepreneurship And General Studies
  • •Entrepreneurship Education (Certificate)
  • •Vocational Training (Certificate)
Faculty of Education
  • •Agricultural Science Education (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Biology Education (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Business Education (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Chemistry Education (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Computer Science Education (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Early Childhood Education (B.A. Ed)
  • •Educational Administration and Planning (M.Ed, PhD)
  • •Educational Technology (M.Ed, PhD)
  • •English Education (B.A. Ed)
  • •French Education (B.A. Ed)
  • •General Education (PGD)
  • •Guidance and Counselling (M.Ed)
  • •Health Education (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Human Kinetics (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Integrated Science Education (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Library and Information Science (B.LIS)
  • •Mathematics Education (B.Sc. Ed, PhD)
  • •Physics Education (B.Sc. Ed)
  • •Primary Education (B.A. Ed)
  • •Science Education (M.Ed, PhD)
Faculty of Health Sciences
  • •Environmental Health Science (BSc)
  • •Nursing Science (B.NSc)
  • •Public Health (BSc, MSc, PhD)
Faculty of Law
  • •Law (LLB, LLM, PhD)
  • •Legislative Drafting (PGD)
Faculty of Management Sciences
  • •Accounting (BSc)
  • •Banking and Finance (BSc)
  • •Business Administration (BSc, PGD, MSc, MBA, CEMBA, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
  • •Cooperative and Rural Development (BSc)
  • •Entrepreneurship (BSc, PGD, MSc, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
  • •Marketing (BSc)
  • •Public Administration (BSc, PGD, MPA, MSc, CEMPA, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
Faculty of Sciences
  • •Biology (BSc)
  • •Chemistry (BSc)
  • •Environmental Science and Resource Management (BSc)
  • •Mathematics (BSc)
  • •Mathematics and Computer Science (BSc)
  • •Physics (BSc)
Faculty of Social Sciences
  • •Broadcast Journalism (BSc)
  • •Criminology and Security Studies (BSc, PGD, MSc, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
  • •Development Studies (BSc)
  • •Economics (BSc, PGD, MSc, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
  • •Film Production (BSc)
  • •International Relations (BSc)
  • •Mass Communication (BSc, PGD, MSc, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
  • •Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution (BSc, PGD, MSc, MPhil/PhD, PhD)
  • •Political Science (BSc)
  • •Tourism Studies (BSc)

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