Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, is Nigeria's first Islamic faith-based university and one of the country's leading private institutions committed to academic excellence, moral discipline, and character development. Established to provide quality higher education grounded in Islamic values, the university offers a wide range of accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines.
Over the years, Al-Hikmah University has built a strong reputation for producing graduates who excel academically and professionally while maintaining high ethical standards. All programmes offered by the institution are fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and relevant professional bodies.
Al-Hikmah University Releases 2026/2027 School Fees Schedule
Al-Hikmah University has officially published the approved tuition fees and hostel accommodation charges for fresh and returning undergraduate students for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The fee schedule covers all faculties, departments, and accommodation options across the university's various campuses.
According to the approved payment structure, students are expected to pay:
- 60% of the approved fees during the First Semester
- 40% of the approved fees during the Second Semester
This payment arrangement applies to both fresh and returning undergraduate students.
Al-Hikmah University School Fees for Fresh Students 2026/2027
Education Programmes
The following programmes will pay:
- B.Sc (Ed)
- B.A (Ed)
- B.Ed
- B.A English
- Arabic and Islamic Studies
- B.Sc Biology
Tuition Fee: ₦370,000
Arts, Social Sciences and Management Programmes
The following programmes will pay:
- B.A Programmes
- B.Sc Programmes
- Mass Communication
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- Sociology
- Criminology
Tuition Fee: ₦830,000
Computing and Technology Programmes
The following programmes will pay:
- B.Sc Software Engineering
- Information Systems
- Cyber Security
- Data Science
- Computer Science
Tuition Fee: ₦850,000
Science Programmes
The following programmes will pay:
- Human Physiology
- Human Anatomy
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Petroleum Chemistry
- Geology
- Industrial Chemistry
- Library and Information Science
Tuition Fee: ₦620,000
Business and International Relations
- B.A History and International Relations
- B.Sc Business Administration
Tuition Fee: ₦730,000
Physical Sciences
- Physics with Electronics
- Industrial Mathematics
- Statistics
- Industrial Chemistry
Tuition Fee: ₦420,000
Accounting
- B.Sc Accounting
Tuition Fee: ₦895,000
Economics, Finance and Marketing
- Marketing
- Finance
- Economics
Tuition Fee: ₦650,000
Law
- LL.B
Tuition Fee: ₦1,950,000
Agriculture
- B. Agricultural Science
Tuition Fee: ₦305,000
Medical Laboratory Science
- B.MLS
Tuition Fee: ₦1,670,000
Nursing Science
- BNSc Nursing Science
Tuition Fee: ₦1,850,000
Public Health
- B.Sc Public Health
Tuition Fee: ₦1,450,000
Medicine and Surgery
- MBBS
Tuition Fee: ₦4,500,000
Hostel Accommodation Fees for Fresh Students
The approved accommodation fees are as follows:
| Hostel | Campus | Male | Female |
| Igbaja Hostel | Igbaja Campus | ₦75,000 | ₦75,000 |
| Masari Hostel | Igbaja Campus | - | ₦125,000 |
| Okoje Hostel | Atere Campus | - | ₦175,000 |
| Owaish, Deremi & Oladimeji Hostels | Adeta Campus | - | ₦125,000 |
| Wamy Hostel | Adewole | ₦125,000 | - |
| Commassie Hostel | Adeta Campus | - | ₦150,000 |
| International Hostel | Adeta Campus | ₦250,000 | ₦350,000 |
| Surulere Hostel | Adeta Campus | ₦150,000 | - |
| New Hostel | Atere Campus | ₦200,000 | - |
| Founder New Hostel I, II, III & IV | Atere Campus | ₦250,000 | ₦250,000 |
| Private Hostel I & II | Along Atere Campus | - | ₦150,000 |
| Continental Private Hostel | Adewole | ₦150,000 | - |
| Medical Hostel | Atere Campus | ₦500,000 | ₦500,000 |
Maintenance Fee: ₦25,000
Al-Hikmah University School Fees for Returning Students 2026/2027
Education, Arabic and Islamic Studies
| Programme | Level | Fee |
| BA (Ed), BA Arabic & Islamic Studies | 200L | ₦343,000 |
| BA (Ed), BA Arabic & Islamic Studies | 300L | ₦350,000 |
| BA (Ed), BA Arabic & Islamic Studies | 400L | ₦340,350 |
| Education Programmes | 200L | ₦343,000 |
| Education Programmes | 300L | ₦326,700 |
| Education Programmes | 400L | ₦326,700 |
Arts, Business and Social Sciences
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦830,000 |
| 300L | ₦810,800 |
| 400L | ₦810,800 |
Applicable to:
- Finance
- Business Administration
- History and International Relations
- Mass Communication
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- Sociology
- Criminology
Computing, Economics and Accounting
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦850,000 |
| 300L | ₦825,100 |
| 400L | ₦825,100 |
Applicable to:
- Software Engineering
- Information Systems
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Data Science
- Economics
- Accounting
Law
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦1,678,000 |
| 300L | ₦1,498,750 |
| 400L | ₦1,362,500 |
| 500L | ₦1,082,000 |
Science and Library Programmes
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦612,600 |
| 300L | ₦510,500 |
| 400L | ₦340,500 |
Applicable to:
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Geology
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Petroleum Chemistry
- Library and Information Science
- Marketing
Languages and Physical Sciences
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦367,500 |
| 300L | ₦350,000 |
| 400L | ₦340,350 |
Applicable to:
- English
- Arabic and Islamic Studies
- Physics with Electronics
- Industrial Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Industrial Mathematics
- Biology
Agricultural Science
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦242,825 |
| 300L | ₦220,750 |
| 400L & 500L | ₦261,500 |
Medical Laboratory Science
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦1,612,500 |
| 300L | ₦1,343,750 |
| 400L | ₦1,248,750 |
| 500L | ₦991,000 |
Nursing Science
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦1,718,750 |
| 300L | ₦1,375,000 |
| 400L | ₦1,248,750 |
| 500L | ₦991,000 |
Public Health
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦1,380,000 |
| 300L | ₦1,150,000 |
| 400L | ₦1,092,500 |
Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
| Level | Fee |
| 200L | ₦4,025,000 |
| 300L | ₦4,250,000 |
Hostel Fees for Returning Students
Returning students will pay the same hostel accommodation charges approved for the 2026/2027 academic session, including the mandatory maintenance fee of ₦25,000.
Accreditation Status of Programmes
Al-Hikmah University has confirmed that all programmes offered for the 2026/2027 academic session are fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and relevant professional regulatory bodies.
This accreditation ensures that students receive quality education that meets national academic and professional standards.
Important Advice Before Payment
Before making payment, students should carefully verify:
- Their programme of study.
- Current academic level.
- Preferred hostel accommodation.
- The approved 60% first semester and 40% second semester payment structure.
Fresh students should strictly use the fee schedule designated for newly admitted students, while returning students should follow the schedule applicable to their respective levels.
Final Thoughts
The release of the Al-Hikmah University 2026/2027 school fees schedule provides prospective and returning students with a clear understanding of their financial obligations for the academic session. Students are encouraged to review the approved fees carefully, plan their finances accordingly, and comply with the university's payment guidelines to ensure a smooth academic experience.