Babatunde QodriProspective and returning students often ask: How much is the UNIMED school fees? In this post, you’ll find a detailed breakdown by faculty and level, plus official guidance and what to expect when planning for this renowned medical university in Nigeria.
About UNIMED
The University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (UNIMED) is Nigeria’s first specialized medical university and Africa’s third medical-focused state university. Established in 2015, it’s fully accredited by the National Universities Commission and offers a wide range of health-related undergraduate and postgraduate programs
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Breakdown of UNIMED School Fees by Course & Level
The school fees vary widely by faculty, level of study, and whether the student is an indigenes or non‑indigene. Below is a snapshot based on the 2023/2024 session official fee schedule
| Faculty / Course Group | 100-Level (Freshers) | 200–400 Levels (Indigene) | 200–400 Levels (Non-Indigene) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Sciences, Public Health, Allied Heath | ₦150,000 – ₦350,000 | ₦150,000 – ₦477,000 | ₦150,000 – ₦534,750 |
| Faculty of Pharmacy | ₦1,100,000 (Indigene) | — | ₦1,500,000 (Non‑indigene) |
| Clinical Sciences & Dental Sciences | ₦1.68M (Indigene) | ₦1.32M – ₦546K | ₦2.245M – ₦603K |
| Nursing, Medical Rehabilitation, Allied Sci. | ₦900,000 (Indigene) | ₦900,000 – ₦527K | ₦1.2M – ₦584K |
Freshers typically pay ₦60,000–₦80,000 acceptance fee, while continuing students only pay departmental and faculty charges. Direct-entry students are billed the same as 200-level for their entry year
What the Fees Cover
Fees include:
- Faculty & departmental levies
- Examination and accreditation charges
- ICT, library, and health services levies
- Laboratory or practical fees (varies per faculty)
Accommodation, meals, or examination bodies costs are not included.
Fee Trends & Recent Updates
UNIMED has gradually increased fees over the past years—especially for medicine, dentistry, and pharmaceutical courses—reflecting investment in infrastructure and academic quality. However, modifications are announced transparently via the university’s official platform or student portal.
Official Fee Portal
To view the latest schedule or generate your invoice:
Visit the UNIMED official portal:
https://unimed.edu.ng/unimed_doc/2023_2024_new_schedule_of_fees.pdf
This link provides the official fee breakdown by course, level, and student category as approved for the 2023/2024 academic session.
Tips for Prospective Students
- Check your course-specific fee: Medicine and related clinical sciences are among the most expensive.
- Budget a little extra: Unexpected charges (late payment fines, additional tests) may apply.
- Plan early: Fees must often be paid before course registration or portal closure.
- Scholarship opportunity: Indigenes may access state-sponsored bursaries or scholarships to offset high fees in clinical courses.
Final Summary
- UNIMED charges vary significantly across faculties. While science-based courses can start at ₦150,000 for freshers, medicine and pharmacy command fees upward of ₦1.6M to ₦2.2M per session
- Acceptance fees range from ₦60,000 to ₦100,000 depending on the faculty.
- The official UNIMED fee schedule is available via the link above and should be used for confirmation.
- Stay updated via the UNIMED student portal or official website for any adjustments before or during the academic session.
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