Nursing Science students at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS, also known as UDUSOK) pay ₦124,860 at 300 level, ₦124,860 at 400 level and ₦140,160 at 500 level. These amounts come from the most recent undergraduate charges schedule published by the university’s Bursar, which covers the 2024/2025 session. As of November 2026, the university has not published a separate 2026/2027 schedule, so these remain the latest confirmed figures and the best planning guide for the 2026/2027 and 2027 academic periods.
This guide explains what Nursing Science students at UDUS pay at each level, which figures are confirmed and which are estimates, how the fees compare with other programmes, and how to pay.
UDUS Nursing Science School Fees by Level
UDUS sets its registration charges by programme and level. The Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSc) is a five-year programme, and the amount rises in the final year. The official schedule lists exact amounts from 300 level upward. It does not list 100 level or 200 level, so the figures for those two levels are estimates and may differ from what the university charges.
| Level | Amount per session | Status of figure |
|---|---|---|
| 100 level (fresh students) | About ₦75,000 – ₦95,000 | Estimate, not confirmed |
| 200 level | About ₦60,400 – ₦65,400 | Estimate, not confirmed |
| 300 level | ₦124,860 | Official schedule (2024/2025) |
| 400 level | ₦124,860 | Official schedule (2024/2025) |
| 500 level | ₦140,160 | Official schedule (2024/2025) |
| Spillover | ₦115,860 | Official schedule (2024/2025) |
From 300 level to 500 level, a student who completes each level on time pays a total of ₦389,880 at these rates. The final-year charge is ₦15,300 higher than the 300 and 400 level charge. Spillover students, who stay beyond the normal programme length to complete outstanding courses, pay ₦115,860, which is ₦9,000 less than the 300 level charge.
The schedule shows one rate per level for each programme. It has no separate column for indigenes and non-indigenes, so students from Sokoto State and students from other states see the same listed amount.
Are These the 2026/2027 UDUS School Fees?
Not officially. The figures above are the latest amounts the university has published, but they are labelled for the 2024/2025 session. Tables circulating online with a “2026/2027” label often repeat this same schedule, sometimes with wrong figures. A common error is ₦150,160 for the final year of Nursing, when the Bursar’s schedule states ₦140,160.
Federal universities can review their charges from one session to another, so the amount on a student’s 2026/2027 payment invoice is the final figure. Students should treat the table above as a planning guide and set aside some extra money in case of an increase. The invoice generated on the student’s own portal account always takes priority over any published list, including this one.
Acceptance Fee for New Nursing Students
Newly admitted students pay a non-refundable acceptance fee once, before paying the first session’s school fees. It is separate from the yearly charges and secures the admission offer.
The exact amount is not published in the university’s fee schedule, and available figures differ widely. One figure for 2024/2025 is ₦7,000, made up of ₦5,000 for acceptance and ₦2,000 for tertiary health insurance. Figures for later sessions go as high as ₦20,000, within a one-time entry payment of about ₦30,000. A new student should budget for the higher figure and confirm the exact amount on the admission portal, where the payment invoice appears after admission is accepted.
What UDUS Nursing Fees Cover and What They Leave Out
UDUS is a federal university, so students do not pay tuition in the way private university students do. The amounts in the schedule are registration charges, which generally cover university services such as registration, examinations, library access, ICT and medical contributions.
Some costs fall outside these charges. Nursing students should plan for the following separately:
- Hostel accommodation, for students who secure university housing
- Off-campus rent and feeding, for students who live outside the university
- Textbooks, lecture materials and anatomy or laboratory supplies
- Nursing uniforms and clinical items such as a stethoscope
- Transport to clinical postings
- Departmental or association dues, where these apply
These costs vary from student to student and depend on the department’s requirements at each level. Clinical items usually become a larger expense from the stage at which students begin hospital postings.
How Nursing Fees Compare With Other UDUS Courses
Health science programmes sit in the highest charge band at UDUS. Nursing pays the same rate as Medical Laboratory Science and Radiography at each level listed, while MBBS pays the same rate from 300 level but reaches its final-year charge at 600 level because the programme runs longer. Arts programmes pay considerably less.
| Programme | 300 level | 400 level | 500 level | 600 level | Spillover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Nursing | ₦124,860 | ₦124,860 | ₦140,160 | – | ₦115,860 |
| BSc Medical Laboratory Science | ₦124,860 | ₦124,860 | ₦140,160 | – | ₦115,860 |
| BSc Radiography | ₦124,860 | ₦124,860 | ₦140,160 | – | ₦115,860 |
| MBBS | ₦124,860 | ₦124,860 | ₦124,860 | ₦140,160 | ₦115,860 |
| Doctor of Veterinary Medicine | ₦124,860 | ₦124,860 | ₦124,860 | ₦131,760 | ₦115,860 |
| BA English Language | ₦72,660 | ₦87,960 | – | – | ₦72,660 |
At 300 level, a Nursing student pays ₦52,200 more than a BA English Language student. The higher band reflects the practical and clinical nature of health science training.
How to Pay UDUS School Fees
UDUS handles fee payments online through its integrated payment portal at payment.udusok.edu.ng. Students pay against an invoice generated from their own account, not into a personal account or through an agent. The process follows these steps:
- Check the admission status on the university’s admission portal (new students only) and accept the offer.
- Pay the acceptance fee (new students only). School fees come after this step.
- Log in to the payment portal and generate the school fees invoice for the current session.
- Confirm that the name, programme, level and amount on the invoice are correct.
- Pay using one of the options displayed on the invoice.
- Print and keep the receipt.
- Complete course registration for the session before the closing date.
Keep every receipt until graduation, because departments and the Bursary may ask for proof of payment during clearance. If a payment succeeds but does not reflect on the portal, take the receipt and transaction reference to the Bursary or the university’s ICT support desk.
Payment Deadlines and Late Registration
UDUS announces its payment and registration dates in notices each session, and the dates change from year to year. Students who miss the closing date risk late-payment penalties, and those who do not register by the final date risk having the session deferred. A deferred session delays graduation by a year, which also adds another year of fees and living costs for a Nursing student. Students should watch the university’s official notices and pay well before the closing date, since portals often slow down in the final days.
Total Cost of the Five-Year Nursing Programme
Adding the figures for all five levels gives a rough total for the whole degree. The table combines the estimated range for 100 and 200 level with the official amounts for 300 to 500 level. It covers university charges only, and it assumes the student finishes on time with no change in the rates.
| Stage | Lower estimate | Higher estimate |
|---|---|---|
| 100 level | ₦75,000 | ₦95,000 |
| 200 level | ₦60,400 | ₦65,400 |
| 300 to 500 level | ₦389,880 | ₦389,880 |
| Total for five levels | ₦525,280 | ₦550,280 |
The acceptance fee is an additional one-time cost on top of this total. Any fee review during the programme raises the final amount, and each spillover session adds a further ₦115,860 at the current rate. Families planning ahead can divide the total by five to get a yearly savings target of roughly ₦105,000 to ₦110,000, then add accommodation, feeding, books and clinical items based on where the student lives. This total is an estimate for planning only and does not replace the invoice issued for each session.
Financial Support for UDUS Nursing Students
Students who find the charges difficult can apply for a loan from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which supports eligible students in public tertiary institutions. Under this scheme, the institutional fee portion goes directly to the university, and approved students may also receive an upkeep allowance. Repayment begins after the student completes the programme and starts working.
Some state governments, local governments and private foundations also offer bursaries and scholarships to health science students. Applications usually open at specific times of the year, and requirements differ, so students should check with their state’s scholarship board.
Admission Requirements Linked to the Nursing Programme
Nursing Science admission at UDUS is competitive, and fees only become relevant after a candidate meets the entry conditions. The usual requirements are:
- O’Level results: five credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, in not more than two sittings.
- UTME subjects: English Language, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
- Choice of institution: UDUS as first choice.
- Post-UTME screening: an online process that checks O’Level and JAMB details, with a form fee of about ₦2,000.
The working merit cut-off for Nursing Science is around 240, although this is an estimate based on past admission cycles and not a published university figure. Candidates from catchment states such as Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara may qualify with a lower score. A candidate should check current requirements in the JAMB brochure and on the university’s admission portal before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the UDUS Nursing Science school fee at 100 level?
The estimated range is ₦75,000 to ₦95,000, plus the one-time acceptance fee. The university’s published schedule does not list 100 level, so the student’s portal invoice gives the exact amount.
Do Nursing students pay more than other students at UDUS?
Yes, compared with arts programmes. Nursing is in the highest charge band, at the same rate as Medical Laboratory Science and Radiography.
Has UDUS released its 2026/2027 school fees?
As of November 2026, the latest fee schedule on the university’s website is for 2024/2025. Any new amount will appear on the student’s portal invoice.
Is the UDUS acceptance fee refundable?
No. It is a one-time, non-refundable payment for newly admitted students.