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University of Calabar

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University of Calabar: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Calabar is a public federal university in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. It suits students who want a federal university setting in southern Nigeria and are prepared to confirm the current academic offerings and admissions details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a federal university. It does not publish a programme list in the information available here, so the programme catalogue needs to be confirmed on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official website for entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and any course-specific conditions. The current admissions contact points, application steps, and whether extra checks apply to foreign qualifications should be confirmed directly with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students. Confirm the current tuition rate with its admissions office, and also budget separately for living costs in Calabar, which will depend on accommodation, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in Nigeria, and the language of instruction is not stated in the information available here. Before applying, check the teaching language, visa steps, document legalisation, accommodation options, and how foreign qualifications are assessed.

  6. How it compares

    Nigeria has 115 universities in total, so the University of Calabar sits in a large national system. Its federal status and location in Calabar make it a straightforward option for students who want a public university in Cross River State rather than a private institution or a university in another part of the country.

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 University of Calabar

What type of university is the University of Calabar?

It is a public federal university.

Where is the University of Calabar located?

It is situated in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria.

What is the university’s website?

http://www.unical.edu.ng/

How many universities are in Nigeria?

There are 115 universities in Nigeria.

Overview

The University of Calabar is a federal university situated in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. It is one of Nigeria's second-generation federal universities. The University of Calabar was a campus of the University of Nigeria until 1975. The present Vice Chancellor is Prof. Offiong Offiong. The post of the DVC (Academics) is held by Professor Anthony Eyang, while Dr. Grace Eno Nta (Professor) is the current DVC (Administration).

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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