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Niger Delta University

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Niger Delta University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Niger Delta University is a public university in Nigeria, funded by Bayelsa State government. It suits students who want a state university with campuses in Bayelsa State and who are prepared to confirm programme details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    Niger Delta University has two main campuses in Bayelsa State: one in Yenagoa, which houses the law faculty, and another in Amassoma. It also has a teaching hospital, Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital, in Okolobiri. The programme catalogue is not published in the information available here, so confirm the current course list on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    Applicants from abroad should check the university website for entry requirements, document rules, and the application route for their chosen programme. The key points to confirm are whether the course they want is open to international students, what academic records are required, and whether any additional checks apply for study in Nigeria.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on where you stay in Bayelsa State and your daily spending, so also budget for accommodation, transport, food, and local expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm it before applying. Also check visa requirements, whether your programme is based in Yenagoa or Amassoma, and what support the university gives for international admissions and arrival.

  6. How it compares

    Nigeria has 115 universities, and Niger Delta University is one of the public state-funded options. Its main distinction among them is its Bayelsa State location and its split across Yenagoa and Amassoma, with a teaching hospital in Okolobiri.

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 Niger Delta University

What type of university is Niger Delta University?

It is a public university.

Where is Niger Delta University located?

It is in Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, in southern Nigeria.

How many main campuses does Niger Delta University have?

It has two main campuses.

Does Niger Delta University have a teaching hospital?

Yes. It has Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital in Okolobiri.

Overview

Niger Delta University (NDU) is in Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State in the southern part of Nigeria. It was established in 2000. It is a Bayelsa state government-funded university which was established by Chief D.S.P. Alamieyeseigha, then governor of Bayelsa state. It has two main campuses, one in the state capital, Yenagoa, which houses the law faculty, and the other in Amassoma. It also has its teaching hospital known as Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital (NDUTH) in Okolobiri.

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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