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Afe Babalola University

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Afe Babalola University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Afe Babalola University is a university in Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria. It suits applicants who want a university in Nigeria with a research focus and an established engineering college.

  2. What you can study

    The available information identifies the university as a private research university. No subject list or programme catalogue is published in the information available here, so confirm the current courses and degree options on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and confirm the current entry requirements, document list, deadline, and any country-specific conditions on the university website. If you need guidance on recognition of prior study, visa documents, or programme-specific requirements, check directly with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Expect additional living costs for accommodation, food, transport, and study materials in Ado-Ekiti, and check the university website for any separate charges.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that before you apply. Also check whether the university accepts your academic documents, what proof of eligibility it needs, and what you will need for a student visa and arrival in Nigeria.

  6. How it compares

    Among 115 universities in Nigeria, Afe Babalola University stands out for its research-university identity and the information available about its engineering college. It is a useful option for applicants who want a university with a clearly stated academic profile, but course-level details and international entry requirements still need to be confirmed before choosing it.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Afe Babalola University

What is Afe Babalola University?

Afe Babalola University is a university in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria.

Is it public or private?

The information available describes it as a private research university.

When was it founded?

It was founded in 2009.

How many universities are there in Nigeria in this comparison set?

There are 115 universities in Nigeria.

Overview

Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) is a private research university located in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria. It was founded by a lawyer and philanthropist, Afe Babalola, in 2009. It is recognized for high-quality education, ranked 1st in Nigeria and 3rd in Africa by Times Higher Education (2024-2025). Ranked 84th globally for impact in the 2025 rankings. The Engineering College built on three and half acres of land is reputed to be one of the largest in Africa. The college was inaugurated by the former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan. They do not lack in sports and athletics, as they came in first in both the NPUGA games 2025 and NPUGA championship 2026.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Nigeria.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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