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Covenant University

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Overview

Covenant University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Ota, Ogun, Nigeria. Founded in 2002, Covenant University (CU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the National Universities Commission. CU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as 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 23-year-old Nigerian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 40-49%. It is considered an averagely selective. International students are welcome to apply. CU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Covenant University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Covenant University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Covenant University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Covenant University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
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Acronym CU
Founded 2002
Motto Raising a New Generation of Leaders
Colours Purple
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Location

Address Km 10 Idiroko Road, Canaan Land
Ota
11001 Ogun
Nigeria
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Covenant University Phone Number (1) 790 0724
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2005


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
  • Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON)
  • Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA)


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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 Covenant 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

Covenant University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Covenant 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 Covenant University's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Programs and Courses

Covenant University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Covenant University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Covenant 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 Covenant University.



Covenant University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) Not reported

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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 Covenant University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Covenant University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Covenant University Admission Info


Covenant University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Covenant University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Covenant University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Covenant University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely 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


Covenant University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Covenant University has more than 80 international students.


Covenant University's Admission Office Admission Office

Room 108 CBS Building, Covenant University Km. 10 Idiroko Road
Ota 1023
(1) 790 1081


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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 Covenant University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Covenant University Size and Profile


Covenant University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Covenant University has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Covenant University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Covenant University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Covenant University's Control Type Control Type

Covenant University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Covenant University's Entity Type Entity Type

Covenant 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.


Covenant University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Covenant University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Covenant University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Covenant 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.


Covenant University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Covenant University is Christian-Pentecostal Religious Affiliation

Christian-Pentecostal.



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Facilities and Services

Covenant University Facilities


Covenant University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Covenant University's Library


Covenant University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Covenant University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Covenant University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Covenant University Services


Covenant University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Covenant University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Covenant University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Covenant University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Covenant University's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Covenant University Organisational Structure

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

Covenant University
  • College of Development Studies
  • College of Science and Technology
  • School of Postgraduate Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

Covenant University Affiliations and Memberships

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Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Covenant University public or private?

Covenant University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Covenant University profit or non-profit?

Covenant 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 Covenant University in terms of enrollment?

Covenant University has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Covenant University in terms of academic staff?

Covenant University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is Covenant University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Covenant University use?

Covenant 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 Covenant University affiliated with?

Christian-Pentecostal.

Does Covenant University admit international students?

Yes. Covenant University has more than 80 international students.

What is Covenant University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Covenant University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Covenant University CU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Covenant University CU located?

Covenant University is located in Ota, Ogun, Nigeria. Address: Km 10 Idiroko Road, Canaan Land.

Is Covenant University CU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Covenant University is accredited by National Universities Commission (since 2005).

Does Covenant University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Covenant University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Covenant University have a university library?

Yes

Does Covenant University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Covenant University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Covenant University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Covenant University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Covenant University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Covenant University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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