Top 10 most expensive private universities in Nigeria for 2025/2026

Nigeria’s private universities have seen tuition fees rise sharply for the 2025/2026 academic session, driven by inflation and economic instability, according to the National Universities Commission (NUC). Fees now range from N525,000 to N11.99 million per session, with Medicine, Law, and Engineering programs commanding the highest costs. The NUC notes over 160 licensed private universities now operate in the country, offering diverse programs but at significantly higher prices than government-owned institutions. Redeemer’s University, owned by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), charges between N666,500 and N2.09 million, depending on the program. Law is the most expensive at N1.14 million to N2.09 million, while Humanities courses like English and Theatre Arts cost N666,500 to N1.1 million. Founded in 2005 under Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the university relocated from Mowe, Ogun State, to its permanent campus in Ede, Osun State, in 2014. Babcock University, affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church, lists fees from N813,036.90 to N2.00 million, with Law at the top and Education among the lowest. Additional costs include feeding (N952,000 for two meals or N1.428 million for three) and accommodation (N397,712 to N564,180). Established in 1959 and granted full university status in 1999, it is located in Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State. Covenant University’s fees range from N1.71 million to N2.01 million, with Industrial Relations and Marketing among the least expensive. Most programs in sciences, social sciences, and management fall between N1.73 million and N1.96 million. The 2025/2026 session is ongoing, while the 2026/2027 admission cycle will begin after JAMB results are released, with post-UTME screenings underway. Students select institutions based on program availability, capacity, and cost amid rising tuition trends.