University of IlesaCourses, Portals & Admission Guide

The University of Ilesa (UNILESA) is a rapidly expanding state-owned conventional university located in Osun State, Nigeria. Originally established in 1979 as the renowned Osun State College of Education, Ilesa, the institution achieved a historic milestone in late 2022 when it was officially upgraded to a full-fledged University by the State Government. Driven by its core values of Insight, Liberty, Excellence, Soundness, and Audacity (ILESA), the university operates a highly robust curriculum. It features unique faculties such as the Faculty of Science Laboratory Technology, a combined Faculty of Nursing & Medical Lab. Science, alongside Law, Computing, and Basic Medical Sciences. Through its dedicated institutes and uninterrupted academic calendar, UNILESA is highly praised for its progressive, 21st-century academic approach.

Situated in the historic and resource-rich city of Ilesa, UNILESA offers a vibrant, digitally integrated campus experience. The university operates the 'StudyOrbit' e-portal, an intelligent gateway ensuring secure, seamless management of student academics. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories for unique tracks like Brewing Science and Technology, alongside an extensive digital repository and E-Library system. The campus embraces diversity and holistic development, maintaining a secure, distraction-free environment while officially warning students against the use of unauthorized admission agents.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into UNILESA is highly competitive and operates strictly on a First-Choice mandate. Candidates must score a minimum of 160 in the UTME and possess 5 relevant O'Level credits (SAISSCE is officially accepted alongside WAEC/NECO/NABTEB). You must also be at least 16 years old by September 30 of the admission year. If you did not originally select UNILESA, you must immediately process a Change of Institution. A massive advantage for prospective teachers: UNILESA's Faculty of Education is completely tuition-free from entry to graduation! However, applicants aiming for premium programmes like Nursing, Law, and Medical Laboratory Science must prepare to meet rigorous academic standards and higher financial brackets (Grand totals ranging from ₦1.3M to ₦1.55M). The online screening requires a ₦2,000 fee via admissions.unilesa.edu.ng.