UNILAG Raises School Fees For Undergraduates

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has raised school fees for new and returning undergraduate students.

According to a statement acquired by BizWatch Nigeria, UNILAG based the action on “prevailing economic realities.”

“After careful deliberations with its stakeholders (students, parents/guardians, staff unions, alumni among others), the University of Lagos (UNILAG) Management has reviewed the obligatory fees (mandatory charges for an academic session/year) of new and returning undergraduate students of the University,” UNILAG explained.

“The adjustment in fees which will take effect from the 1st Semester, 2023/2024 Academic Session, is in view of the prevailing economic realities and the need for the University to be able to meet its obligations to its students, staff, and municipal service providers among others.

“It is also pertinent to note that the University has not increased its obligatory fees in recent years. Management, therefore, seeks the kind understanding and support of students and other stakeholders with the assurance of its commitment towards ensuring that students get the best learning experience,” UNILAG said.

A breakdown of the fees

The mandatory charges for one academic session/year, for new undergraduate students are as follows:

S/N	Type of Charge	APPROVED CHARGES FOR COURSES WITHOUT LAB/STUDIO (N)	APPROVED CHARGES FOR COURSES WITH LAB/STUDIO (N)
1.	Tuition	Nil	Nil
2.	Registration	25,0000	25,0000
3.	Identity Card	5,000	5,000
4.	Result Verification	5,500	5,500
5.	Examinations	15,000	15,000
6.	Library Services	15,000	15,000
7.	Information Technology & Entrepreneurship	15,000	15,000
8.	Students’ Handbook	5,000	5,000
9.	Laboratory/Studio	–	49,975
10.	Accreditation	5,825	5,825
11.	Medical Services	10,000	10,000
12.	TISHIP	5,000	5,000
13.	Sports	10,000	10,000
14.	Matriculation	5,000	5,000
15.	Endowment Fund	5,000	5,000
	Total	₦126,325	₦176,300

NOTES:

1. Toxicology Test for Screening – N10,000
2. Utility Charges – N20,000

The mandatory charges for one academic session/year for returning undergraduate students are as follows:

S/N	Type of Charges	APPROVED CHARGES FOR COURSES WITHOUT LAB/STUDIO (N)	APPROVED CHARGES FOR COURSES WITH LAB/STUDIO  (N)	APPROVED CHARGES FOR MEDICAL STUDENTS (N)
1.	Tuition	Nil	Nil	Nil
2.	Registration	15,000	15,000	15,000
3.	Identity Card	5,000	5,000	5,000
4.	Examinations	15,000	15,000	15,000
5.	Library Services	15,000	15,000	15,000
6.	Information Technology & Entrepreneurship	15,000	15,000	15,000
7.	Students’ Handbook	–	–	–
8.	Laboratory/Studio	–	39,500	89,500
9.	Accreditation	5,750	5,750	5,750
10.	Medical Services	10,000	10,000	10,000
11.	TISHIP	5,000	5,000	5,000
12.	Sports	10,000	10,000	10,000
13.	Endowment Fund	5,000	5,000	5,000
	Total	₦100,750	₦140,250	₦190,250

UNILAG also said that;

1. Utility Charges of N20,000 is to be paid by all undergraduate students.
2. Convocation Fee of N30,000 is to be paid by all final year students.
3. Charges for field trips where such is a mandatory requirement of the course of study will be determined as the need arises.

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