Yobe State University (YSU) was established in 2006 with the aim of promoting higher education and fostering the development of the citizens of Yobe State.
The university, located in Damaturu town, was officially founded in 2007 under the leadership of Governor Bukar Abba Ibrahim.
It was named after him and has since been making significant contributions to education in the state.
Overview: YSU has grown steadily since its inception and currently has a student population of approximately 10,000 undergraduate students and 2,400 postgraduates. As a state-owned university, its leadership is under the guidance of Vice Chancellor Ahmed Tijjani Ibn Saleh (Emir of Ngazargamu). The university’s motto is “Knowledge is Light,” emphasizing its commitment to academic excellence.
School Fees: School fees are an essential aspect of education, and YSU has released its school fee schedule for both fresh and returning students for the 2023/2024 academic session. It’s important to note that the fees vary based on the level, course, and faculty of the students.
Acceptance Fees: Acceptance fees are crucial for confirming a student’s admission to the university. It is a fee paid by new students to authenticate their offer of provisional admission. At Yobe State University, the acceptance fee for fresh students, both indigenes and non-indigenes, is approximately N15,000.
School Fees Schedule for Fresh and Returning Students, 2023/2024: Below is the breakdown of the school fees for fresh and returning students at YSU, categorized by different faculties:
School Fees for New Students:
- Registration: Range from N16,000 to N22,000 depending on the faculty.
- Examination: N2,000
- Result Verification: N1,000
- Students Handbook: N1,000
- Library: Range from N2,000 to N3,000 depending on the faculty.
- Medical: N3,000
- Identity Card: N1,000
- Caution Deposit: N500
- Sport: N750
- Union: N500
- Utility: N3,000
- Acceptance: N1,000
- ICT: N3,500
- Faculty Registration: N1,000
- Departmental Registration: Range from N1,500 to N1,500 depending on the faculty.
- GST (General Studies): N1,000
- Laboratory: Range from N5,000 to N7,000 depending on the faculty.
- Moot Court: N2,500 (Law faculty only)
- Special/Public Lectures: N500
- Total fees range from N39,250 to N52,250 depending on the faculty.
School Fees for Returning Students:
- The fee structure is similar to that of new students, with the total fees ranging from N36,250 to N49,250 depending on the faculty.
Additional Fees:
- Non-Indigene Tuition fee (Sci/Arts): N30,000
- Non-Indigene Tuition fee (Law): N35,000
- Non-Indigene Tuition fee (Med. College): N45,000
- Accommodation: N6,000
- Subsidiary Course: N200
- Late Registration: N5,000
- Field Trip: N7,000 (Geography, Geology, Biology, Ed. Geography, and History students)
Conclusion
Yobe State University (YSU) is a state-owned institution that has played a significant role in promoting higher education and development in Yobe State.
The university offers various courses across different faculties and provides a conducive environment for learning.
Understanding the school fees structure is important for both fresh and returning students to plan and prepare for their education at YSU.