Igbinedion University Okada (IUO), Nigeria’s first private university, runs postgraduate admission through its School of Postgraduate Studies and Research, covering Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s, and PhD programmes across seven colleges. This guide breaks down every fee involved: the application fee, acceptance charges, postgraduate dues, other compulsory charges, and tuition along with the full postgraduate course catalogue, the general admission requirements, and how to apply from start to finish.
Igbinedion University postgraduate school fees structure is split across several distinct charge categories rather than one combined tuition figure, so it’s worth understanding each piece separately before you budget for a session. Below, you’ll find the confirmed figures for application, dues, and other charges, a realistic tuition estimate, and the questions applicants ask most often.
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About Igbinedion University School of Postgraduate Studies
Igbinedion University was founded on 10 May 1999 by Sir Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion and holds the distinction of being Nigeria’s first private university, admitting its first students on 15 October 1999. The university operates under the motto “Knowledge & Excellence” and has since grown into a mid-sized institution with programmes accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and aligned with relevant professional bodies.
Based in Okada, Edo State, with a branch presence in Benin City, IUO runs postgraduate programmes through the School of Postgraduate Studies and Research across seven colleges: Arts and Social Sciences, Business and Management Studies, Engineering, Health Sciences, Applied Sciences and Computing, Pharmacy, and Law.
New vs. Returning Postgraduate Students
The application fee (₦115,000) and acceptance fee are one-time charges relevant only to fresh, newly admitted applicants. Postgraduate dues and tuition, on the other hand, are billed every session for as long as you remain enrolled so a returning student’s per-session cost is simply their programme’s dues plus tuition, without the upfront application and acceptance charges a fresh student pays in their first session.
Documents You’ll Need Alongside Your Application
- O’Level results showing the required credit passes, including Mathematics and English Language
- Your first degree certificate and transcript (arranged to be sent directly from your institution)
- NYSC discharge, exemption, or exclusion certificate
- A recent 1″x1″ coloured passport photograph
- For Nursing applicants: proof of registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria and a valid Midwifery Council licence
Igbinedion University Postgraduate School Fees: Application and Acceptance
Before tuition becomes relevant, every Igbinedion University postgraduate applicant pays a non-refundable application fee of ₦115,000 (excluding transaction charges), paid online via Interswitch or Etransact through the application portal. Once you’re offered admission, you’ll be required to pay a non-refundable acceptance fee, IUO doesn’t publish one fixed figure for this, since the total amount is communicated individually to each admitted candidate as part of their offer letter, functioning as a part-payment toward tuition.
Igbinedion University Postgraduate Dues and Other Charges
Beyond the application and acceptance fees, Igbinedion University bills postgraduate students the following recurring and one-time charges:
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Dues — PhD (per session) | ₦25,000 |
| Postgraduate Dues — MSc (per session) | ₦15,000 |
| Postgraduate Dues — PGD (per session) | ₦10,000 |
| Other Charges (all students) | ₦80,000 |
Igbinedion University Postgraduate School Fees: Tuition
⚠️ Note: IUO’s official tuition schedule is published as an image on the university’s fees page rather than as text, and figures aren’t broken out separately here by every individual programme. Based on the most consistently reported figures for fresh postgraduate students, tuition runs approximately ₦250,000 to ₦300,000 per semester, irrespective of specific programme, in addition to the application, acceptance, dues, and other charges above. Confirm your exact programme’s tuition directly with the School of Postgraduate Studies before making payment.
Foreign Students Fee Structure
International applicants pay a separate, flat fee structure in US Dollars, paid into IUO’s USD domiciliary account at Access Bank:
| Programme | Fee |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) | $1,500 |
| Master’s (MSc) | $2,500 |
| PhD | $3,500 |
Available Postgraduate Programmes at IUO
Here’s the full current course catalogue by college.
College of Arts and Social Sciences offers M.Sc and PhD in Economics and Developmental Studies (specialisations including Development Economics, International Economics, Finance and Public Sector Economics, Econometrics, Monetary Economics, and Financial Economics); International Relations & Strategic Studies (with PhD tracks in Humanitarian Studies, Development Assistance, and Foreign Policy and Diplomatic Studies, or Defence and Security, Peace and Conflict Studies, and Transborder Crime and Terrorism); Political Science & Public Administration (Political Sociology, Political Theory, Comparative Politics and Development Studies, Public Policy, and Public Sector Management); Geography (spanning Environmental and Resource Management, Urban Studies, GIS and Remote Sensing, Climatology and Climate Change, and Disaster Management, among others); and Sociology (Criminology, Development Studies, Demography, Social Psychology, Industrial Sociology).
Mass Communication runs PGD, MSc, and PhD with Print Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Advertising, and Public Relations specialisations, and Theatre Arts offers MA and PhD across Directing, Playwriting, Film and Media Arts, and several other creative and administrative tracks.
College of Business and Management Studies covers Accounting (MSc, PhD, with Taxation, Environmental Accounting, and Forensic and Investigation specialisations), Banking and Finance (International Finance, Public Finance, Corporate Finance, Financial Inclusion, and Capital Market Studies), Business Management (Management Information Systems, Human Resources, Marketing, and Management), and Business Administration, all at MSc and PhD level.
College of Applied Sciences and Computing offers MSc and PhD in Biochemistry (Toxicology and Environmental Biochemistry, Nutrition and Food Chemistry, and Medical and Clinical Biochemistry), Microbiology (with PGD also available, covering Environmental and Public Health Microbiology, Brewing Science, and Immunology among other options), and Computer Science & Information Technology (specialisations spanning Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, and Cloud Computing).
College of Law runs LLM and PhD in Law, with specialisations including Comparative Criminal Law, Maritime Law, Labour Law, and Jurisprudence and Legal Theory.
College of Engineering offers PGD, M.Eng, and PhD across Chemical, Electrical/Electronics, Mechanical, Petroleum, and Civil Engineering, each with multiple specialisation tracks — Chemical Engineering, for instance, covers Chemical Reaction Engineering, Process Control and Analysis, Environmental Engineering, and Renewable Energy, while Electrical/Electronics splits into Control/Instrumentation, Electronics/Telecommunication, and Power/Machines.
College of Health Sciences runs an MSc in Physiology (covering Environmental and Applied Physiology, Cardiovascular Physiology and Metabolism, and Neuroscience among other options) and MSc/PhD in Nursing (Medical-Surgical, Community Health, and Maternal/Neonatal/Child Health Nursing).
College of Pharmacy offers an MSc in Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology.
Admission Requirements
Every applicant needs at least five credits in WASC, NECO, or GCE (or their equivalents), including a credit pass in Mathematics and English Language specifically. Alternatively, four O’Level credits plus OND (not Pass), NCE, IJMB, or Advanced Level passes may be considered. Holders of a Pass-grade degree or diploma aren’t eligible for direct Master’s admission, a PGD is required first, functioning as a bridging qualification rather than a dead end. PhD applicants need a minimum weighted average of 60% in their Master’s degree, and all candidates need an NYSC discharge, exemption, or exclusion certificate to clear into their programme.
Nursing applicants must additionally be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria and hold a valid Midwifery Council licence, while Computer Science applicants with a background in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or B.Sc.(Ed) Computer may be considered, and MBA holders from a recognised university can apply for MPhil/PhD in Management specifically.
How to Apply
- Visit the Igbinedion University postgraduate application portal and click “Postgraduate Admission,” then “Register for application.”
- Fill out the registration form, ensuring you have access to the email address you provide, since your login details will be sent there.
- Check your email for your system-generated ID and password, then log in to the portal.
- Click “Application record,” complete all required information, and upload a recent, clear 1″x1″ coloured passport photograph, this becomes your valid ID for the duration of your studies at IUO, so choose it carefully.
- Click “Add online payment ticket,” then pay the ₦115,000 application fee via Interswitch or Etransact using an ATM-enabled card, or print your payment invoice and pay at a bank of your choice.
- Preview and confirm your information carefully before submitting your application, since some fields may not be editable afterward.
- Arrange for your transcript to be sent to the university, and ensure your referees complete the reference form sent to their email within five working days of your submission.
- Once admitted, pay the non-refundable acceptance fee communicated in your offer letter, followed by your postgraduate dues and tuition ahead of resumption.
Scam Prevention & Safety Tips
Given that IUO’s acceptance fee isn’t a fixed published figure, applicants should be especially cautious of anyone quoting a specific “guaranteed” amount before an offer letter is issued. Keep the following in mind:
- Only pay the application fee through the official portal using Interswitch, Etransact, or a printed invoice taken to a bank, never through a third party claiming to speed up your application.
- Since transcripts and referee reports must be arranged directly with your institution and referees, be wary of anyone offering to handle these on your behalf for a fee.
- Confirm your acceptance fee and tuition amount only from your official offer letter or directly with the School of Postgraduate Studies, not from an unofficial source or a figure quoted by someone claiming to know a “special rate.”
- Direct all enquiries to the official contacts: 08053311615 (Dean, PG School), 08065111054 (Secretary, PG School), or 07061304264 (Sub-Dean, PG School).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Igbinedion University postgraduate application fee? ₦115,000, excluding transaction charges, paid online via Interswitch or Etransact.
How much is the Igbinedion University postgraduate acceptance fee? There’s no fixed published figure, the amount is communicated individually to each admitted candidate as part of their offer letter.
How much is Igbinedion University postgraduate tuition? Based on the most consistently reported figures, tuition runs approximately ₦250,000 to ₦300,000 per semester, though this can vary by programme — confirm your exact figure with the School of Postgraduate Studies.
What are the postgraduate dues at Igbinedion University? ₦25,000 per session for PhD, ₦15,000 for MSc, and ₦10,000 for PGD, in addition to a further ₦80,000 in other charges billed to all students.
How much do international students pay for postgraduate study at IUO? $1,500 for PGD, $2,500 for MSc, and $3,500 for PhD, paid into the university’s USD domiciliary account.
Can I go straight into a Master’s programme with a Pass-grade degree? No — IUO’s admission requirements state that Pass-grade degree or diploma holders must first complete a PGD before being considered for Master’s admission.
What CGPA do I need for a PhD at Igbinedion University? A minimum weighted average score of 60% in your Master’s degree.
Which colleges at Igbinedion University offer postgraduate programmes? Arts and Social Sciences, Business and Management Studies, Engineering, Health Sciences, Applied Sciences and Computing, Pharmacy, and Law.
Do returning Igbinedion University postgraduate students pay less than fresh students? Yes — returning students skip the one-time application and acceptance fees, paying only postgraduate dues and tuition each subsequent session.
How long does Igbinedion University take to send my login details after I register on the portal? The university states your system-generated ID and password are sent to your email immediately after registration, so check your inbox (and spam folder) right after submitting the registration form.
Conclusion
Igbinedion University postgraduate school fees are split across several distinct charges: a ₦115,000 application fee, an acceptance fee communicated individually per candidate, postgraduate dues ranging from ₦10,000 to ₦25,000 per session depending on level, ₦80,000 in other charges, and tuition estimated at ₦250,000–₦300,000 per semester. International applicants pay a separate flat USD structure instead, spanning $1,500 for PGD up to $3,500 for PhD.
Whichever of IUO’s seven colleges and dozens of specialisations you’re targeting, confirm your exact tuition figure and current acceptance fee directly with the School of Postgraduate Studies before applying, since the university’s own published tuition table isn’t available in a form this guide could extract precisely, and figures are subject to periodic review regardless.
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