Quick Summary
Situated in Lagos, Nigeria, University of Lagos is a public established in 1962. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 62000 students including 1.5% from outside Nigeria. Known for strengths in Medicine, Law, Accounting, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Strategic location in the economic capital of Nigeria, prestige as a top-tier institution, and extensive alumni network.
Subject Strengths
MedicineLawAccountingEngineeringPharmacy
Founded1962
TypePublic
Total Students62000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio30
CampusUrban
Campus Size802 acres
Affiliated HospitalsLagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH)
AccreditationNational Universities Commission (NUC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401–500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Foundation Programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Central Research Laboratory, Center for Housing and Sustainable Development, African Cluster Centre
Research Centers
High
Research Output
National Universities Commission (NUC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATRequired for some MBA tracks
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high UTME scores and excel in the Post-UTME screening exercise. Early application and document verification are critical.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Nigerian Naira
UG Tuition
₦190,000/yr
per year · NGN
Living Cost
₦1,500,000/yr
per year · NGN
PG Tuition
₦650,000/yr
per year · NGN
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₦2,200,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · NGN
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Foundation Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine and Surgery | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Accounting | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong ties with Lagos business hubbanksand multinational corporations
Notable Alumni
Yemi Osinbajo, Genevieve Nnaji, Tony Elumelu, Wole Olanipekun
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Centre, Olympic-size swimming pool, Football stadium
Student Clubs
Over 50 clubs including AIESEC, Enactus, and departmental associations
Library Resources
University of Lagos Main Library, Faculty Libraries, Digital Learning Resources
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Not Available