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Ahmadu Bello University

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world rank  4651

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Overview

Ahmadu Bello University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Zaria, Kaduna, Nigeria. Founded in 1962, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the National Universities Commission. ABU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 63-year-old Nigerian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 90-99%. It is considered a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. ABU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Ahmadu Bello University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Ahmadu Bello University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Ahmadu Bello University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Ahmadu Bello University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

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Acronym ABU
Founded 1962
Motto
Colours Blue and green
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Location

Address Sokoto Road, Samaru-Zaria
Zaria
2222 Kaduna
Nigeria
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Ahmadu Bello University Phone Number (69) 50 691
Ahmadu Bello University Fax Number (69) 50 022
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Ahmadu Bello University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: National Universities Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1976


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Ahmadu Bello University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN)
  • Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)
  • Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA)
  • Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN)
  • Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB)
  • Council of Legal Education (CLE)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Ahmadu Bello University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Ahmadu Bello University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Ahmadu Bello University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Ahmadu Bello University's academic range and degree level offering.



Ahmadu Bello University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Ahmadu Bello University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Ahmadu Bello University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Ahmadu Bello University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Ahmadu Bello University.



Ahmadu Bello University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Ahmadu Bello University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Ahmadu Bello University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Ahmadu Bello University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Ahmadu Bello University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Ahmadu Bello University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Ahmadu Bello University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Ahmadu Bello University's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Ahmadu Bello University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Ahmadu Bello University's Admission Office Admission Office

Office of the Registrar
Zaria 2222



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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Ahmadu Bello University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Ahmadu Bello University Size and Profile


Ahmadu Bello University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Ahmadu Bello University has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.


Ahmadu Bello University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Ahmadu Bello University has an academic staff of more than 5,000 members.


Ahmadu Bello University's Control Type Control Type

Ahmadu Bello University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Ahmadu Bello University's Entity Type Entity Type

Ahmadu Bello University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Ahmadu Bello University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Ahmadu Bello University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Ahmadu Bello University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Ahmadu Bello University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Ahmadu Bello University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Ahmadu Bello University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Ahmadu Bello University Facilities


Ahmadu Bello University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Ahmadu Bello University's Library


Ahmadu Bello University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Ahmadu Bello University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Ahmadu Bello University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Ahmadu Bello University Services


Ahmadu Bello University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Ahmadu Bello University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Ahmadu Bello University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Ahmadu Bello University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Ahmadu Bello University's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Ahmadu Bello University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Ahmadu Bello University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Administration
  • Faculty of Agriculture
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Environmental Design
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

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Memberships and Affiliations

Ahmadu Bello University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Ahmadu Bello University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ahmadu Bello University public or private?

Ahmadu Bello University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Ahmadu Bello University profit or non-profit?

Ahmadu Bello University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Ahmadu Bello University in terms of enrollment?

Ahmadu Bello University has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Ahmadu Bello University in terms of academic staff?

Ahmadu Bello University has an academic staff of more than 5,000 members.

Is Ahmadu Bello University a coeducational institution?

Ahmadu Bello University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Ahmadu Bello University use?

Ahmadu Bello University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Ahmadu Bello University affiliated with?

None.

Does Ahmadu Bello University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Ahmadu Bello University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Ahmadu Bello University's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Ahmadu Bello University ABU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Ahmadu Bello University ABU located?

Ahmadu Bello University is located in Zaria, Kaduna, Nigeria. Address: Sokoto Road, Samaru-Zaria.

Is Ahmadu Bello University ABU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Ahmadu Bello University is accredited by National Universities Commission (since 1976).

Does Ahmadu Bello University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Ahmadu Bello University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Ahmadu Bello University have a university library?

Yes

Does Ahmadu Bello University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Ahmadu Bello University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Ahmadu Bello University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Ahmadu Bello University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Ahmadu Bello University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Ahmadu Bello University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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