NELFUND Loan
JAMB Cut-Off
180+
Baseline 180. Competitive courses (Medicine, Nursing, Engineering) historically require 220+.
Post-UTME Form
₦2,000
Est. Tuition
₦45k - ₦150k
Estimated range for Fresh Students. Fees vary by faculty and program type.
Acceptance Fee
₦30,000
2nd Choice
Not Accepted
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, founded in 1962, is one of Nigeria's oldest and most prestigious federal universities. It is a research-intensive institution with a reputation for academic excellence across its Samaru and Kongo campuses.
Life at ABU is defined by its two distinct environments: Samaru (the main science/engineering hub) and Kongo (the dedicated campus for Law and Administration). Both campuses offer a vibrant social and academic atmosphere with affordable living costs.
💡 Pro Tip: ABU is highly IJMB-friendly. If you are applying via Direct Entry, an IJMB certificate from an accredited center is highly valued. For UTME candidates, prioritize choosing ABU as your first choice, as they rarely consider second-choice applicants.
Candidates must score at least 180 in JAMB and choose ABU as first choice. Post-UTME screening is mandatory.
Direct Entry requires 'A' Level/IJMB passes or an ND/HND with Lower Credit minimum. ABU is the moderating institution for IJMB, making it a preferred entry route.
ABU is the national headquarters for the IJMB program, offering some of the most robust pathways for Direct Entry students in Nigeria.
Visit the official university portal for the latest admission screening updates.
Official Portal ↗Samaru Campus (Main)
Samaru, Sabon Gari
Kongo Campus
Kongo, Zaria
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