The Lagos State College of Nursing (LASCON), located in Igando, Lagos State, is one of Nigeria’s oldest and most established nursing training institutions. Candidates preparing to apply, along with parents and returning students planning their finances, need accurate information on what the college charges per session. This article breaks down LASCON’s school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, covering both fresh and returning students, and explains the full range of programmes offered at the college.
About Lagos State College of Nursing, Igando
Lagos State College of Nursing traces its origin to 1965, when it was established as the Lagos State School of Nursing Complex, originally located on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi. In March 2013, the Lagos State Government relocated the institution to its current site in Igando. The enabling law that formally elevated the institution to full College status was signed on February 8, 2018, and subsequently gazetted later that same year. LASCON is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), the regulatory body responsible for licensing nurses and midwives across the country, which means graduates of the college become eligible for professional registration upon successful completion of their programme and the licensing examination.
The college awards both the Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Midwife (RM) qualifications and has built a reputation as a center for training healthcare professionals who go on to serve Lagos State’s public health system and beyond.
LASCON School Fees for 2026/2027
LASCON’s school fees are charged per session and differ depending on the specific programme a student is enrolled in, since programmes vary in duration and clinical training intensity. The table below gives a breakdown of the fees applicable to each of the main programmes offered at the college for the 2026/2027 academic session.
| Programme | Duration | Approximate School Fees per Session |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Nursing | 3 years | ₦300,000 – ₦350,000 |
| Basic Midwifery | 2 years (post-basic entry) | ₦350,000 – ₦380,000 |
| Public Health Nursing | Varies by entry route | ₦250,000 |
| Post-Basic Nursing | Post-basic specialisation | Fees vary by specialisation; confirm with the college |
These figures reflect tuition only and do not include the acceptance fee, which is a separate, one-time payment required from newly admitted students before they can complete registration. Based on the college’s published admission requirements, new students are expected to pay an acceptance fee in the region of ₦100,000, in addition to the session’s tuition, before their admission is fully processed. Since fee schedules can be reviewed by the college’s management from one session to the next, prospective and returning students should always confirm the exact, current figures directly from the college’s account department or student portal before making any payment.
Breakdown of Fees for Fresh Students
Fresh students admitted into LASCON for the 2026/2027 session are required to complete two main payments before registration is considered complete: the acceptance fee and the tuition fee for the session.
The acceptance fee, payable once upon admission, confirms a candidate’s intention to take up the offered place at the college. Based on the college’s admission requirements documentation, this fee is set at approximately ₦100,000 and is paid through the college’s designated bank, with receipts printable directly from the student portal after payment.
The tuition fee for fresh students varies by programme, as outlined in the table above, with Basic Nursing students generally paying in the ₦300,000 to ₦350,000 range, and Basic Midwifery students paying slightly more, given the specialised clinical training the programme involves. Public Health Nursing students, depending on their route of entry, typically pay a comparatively lower fee, estimated around ₦250,000 per session.
Breakdown of Fees for Returning Students
Returning students at LASCON continue paying the standard session tuition fee applicable to their programme, without the one-time acceptance fee that fresh students are required to pay. This means a returning Basic Nursing student in year two or three of the programme pays the same tuition bracket of roughly ₦300,000 to ₦350,000 per session, while a returning Midwifery student remains within the ₦350,000 to ₦380,000 range.
It is worth noting that some nursing colleges review their fee structure periodically, sometimes introducing a modest increase for new intakes while keeping returning students on their original fee bracket for the remainder of their programme, and sometimes applying the updated fee across board. Returning students should confirm with the college’s account office whether the current session’s fee schedule applies uniformly or is adjusted specifically for new admissions, to avoid budgeting errors.
What the School Fees Cover
The tuition fee charged by LASCON generally covers the core academic components of the programme, including lectures, laboratory sessions, and administrative processing for the session. However, students should be aware that several other costs typically fall outside the core tuition figure and need to be budgeted for separately:
- Clinical and practicum charges, covering uniforms, scrubs, and consumables required for hospital attachment and hands-on clinical training.
- Accommodation and feeding, for students who choose to live within the college’s hostel facilities rather than commute from home.
- Examination and registration fees, which may be itemised separately from the main tuition figure depending on the programme.
- Textbooks and instructional materials, which students are generally expected to source independently or purchase through the college’s recommended list.
Because LASCON processes fee payment online through its student portal, prospective and current students should always check their individual account for the exact, itemised breakdown applicable to their specific programme and level, rather than relying solely on published estimates.
Admission Requirements for LASCON
Beyond understanding the fee structure, candidates interested in applying to LASCON need to meet the college’s academic entry requirements. The standard admission requirements include:
- O’Level credentials: A minimum of five credit passes in WAEC or NECO results, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, obtained in an acceptable number of sittings as specified by the college.
- Date of Birth certification: Candidates must provide an official age declaration or birth certificate, typically issued by the National Population Commission, to confirm eligibility for admission.
- JAMB registration: Since LASCON’s programmes generally require UTME registration as part of the admission process, candidates should ensure they have registered for the relevant JAMB examination and selected the appropriate subject combination for Nursing.
- Evidence of payment: Successful applicants must provide proof of payment for both the school fees and the acceptance fee, with receipts obtainable through the student portal once payment has been processed through the college’s designated bank.
Candidates should note that requirements can differ slightly depending on whether they are applying for the Basic Nursing programme, Basic Midwifery, Public Health Nursing, or a Post-Basic specialisation, since some of these routes require candidates to already hold a prior nursing qualification before enrolling.
How to Pay LASCON School Fees
LASCON processes school fees payment through an online system linked to each student’s individual account on the college portal. The general process for paying fees involves the following steps:
- Log in to the LASCON student portal using your registered account details.
- Generate a payment invoice or reference number for the applicable session’s tuition fee.
- Proceed to the college’s designated bank, currently processed through Sterling Bank, to complete payment using the generated reference.
- Alternatively, use any supported online payment method linked to the student portal, where available.
- Print or download your payment receipt from the student portal once the transaction has been confirmed, as this receipt is required for registration and clearance.
Students are advised to complete payment within the timeframe communicated by the college at the start of each session, since late payment can affect a student’s ability to participate in lectures, clinical postings, or examinations for that session.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are LASCON school fees for fresh students in 2026/2027?
Fresh students pay an acceptance fee of approximately ₦100,000 in addition to the session’s tuition, which ranges from around ₦250,000 for Public Health Nursing to between ₦300,000 and ₦380,000 for Basic Nursing and Basic Midwifery, depending on the programme.
Do returning students pay the acceptance fee?
No. The acceptance fee is a one-time payment required only from newly admitted students. Returning students continue paying the standard tuition fee for their programme each session.
Are LASCON school fees the same for all programmes?
No. Fees vary depending on the programme, with Basic Midwifery generally costing more than Basic Nursing, and Public Health Nursing typically costing less than both, reflecting differences in programme duration and clinical training intensity.
Is LASCON accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria?
Yes. LASCON holds full accreditation from the NMCN, which means graduates become eligible for professional registration as Registered Nurses or Registered Midwives upon successful completion of their programme and the required licensing examination.
Where can I confirm the exact, current school fees for my programme?
The most reliable source for exact, up-to-date fees is the college’s official student portal or its account department, since published estimates can vary slightly from the figures applied in a given session.