Quick Summary
Public in Ibadan, Nigeria — University of Ibadan, est. 1948. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 35000 students including 1.5% from outside Nigeria. Known for strengths in Medicine, Agriculture, Humanities, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Known as the 'First and Best,' UI offers the most prestigious academic heritage in Nigeria and a deep network of influential alumni.
Subject Strengths
MedicineAgricultureHumanitiesVeterinary MedicineAfrican Studies
Founded1948
TypePublic
Total Students35000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusResidential/Urban
Campus Size1032 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan
AccreditationNational Universities Commission (NUC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801–1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, M.Phil, PhD, Postgraduate Diplomas
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Yes (via Distance Learning Centre)
Online Programs
Institute of African Studies, Centre for Petroleum, Energy Economics and Law (CPEEL), Institute of Education, Centre for Drug Discovery
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
National Universities Commission (NUC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12.5%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.0/5.0 (for postgraduate)
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
A high UTME score (200+) and excellent performance in the Post-UTME screening are essential due to extreme competition for limited slots.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Nigerian Naira
UG Tuition
₦350,000/yr
per year · NGN
Living Cost
₦2,000,000/yr
per year · NGN
PG Tuition
₦1,500,000/yr
per year · NGN
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₦4,000,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · NGN
Scholarships AvailableFederal Government Scholarships, UI Merit Awards, Agbami Medical/Engineering Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$250
Financial AidYes (Bursaries and Student Loans)
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, M.Phil, PhD, Postgraduate Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Agricultural Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Political Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,000
Average Salary After Graduation
65%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong (via Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme - SIWES)
Industry Connections
ShellChevronNNPCCentral Bank of NigeriaNigerian Institute of Medical Research
Notable Alumni
Wole Soyinka, Chinua Achebe, Emeka Anyaoku, Gamaliel Onosode
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
UI Sports Complex, Tennis Courts, Swimming Pool, Cricket Pitch
Student Clubs
Sigma Club, JCI UI, AIESEC Ibadan, Literary and Debating Society
Library Resources
Kenneth Dike Library (Legal Deposit Library)
Exchange Programs
Yes (DART, Erasmus+, Partnerships with Northwestern University)
Summer Programs
Limited