The College of Nursing Sciences, Anua-Uyo (also known widely as the School of Nursing, Anua-Uyo) is one of the oldest and most recognized nursing training institutions in Akwa Ibom State. It sits among the group of nursing and midwifery schools that were consolidated under the Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences (AKSCONS) in 2021, but it continues to run active nursing intake, and prospective students still search for it under its original name. This article breaks down what freshers and returning students should expect to pay for the 2026/2027 academic session, what the fee covers, and how the payment process works.
Background of the College of Nursing, Anua-Uyo
The Anua-Uyo nursing training centre traces back to the early nursing schools established in Akwa Ibom State to address the shortage of trained healthcare workers in the region. For decades, it operated as an independent School of Nursing, admitting candidates into the Basic General Nursing programme and, at various points, running Post Basic Nursing and Post Basic Midwifery programmes as well.
In 2021, the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly passed legislation merging the state’s separate nursing and midwifery training institutions, including the one at Anua, into a single collegiate structure now known as the Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences. Despite the merger, the Anua campus remains an active training site, and admission and fee announcements are still frequently issued under the “College of Nursing Sciences, Anua-Uyo” name, since that is how most applicants and past students refer to it.
The institution is regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) and by the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Health, and it trains candidates for professional certification as Registered Nurses (RN) and, depending on the programme, Registered Midwives (RM).
Programmes Offered
The college runs the following programmes, subject to the specific intake announced each admission cycle:
- Basic General Nursing Programme — a three-year, six-semester programme leading to certification as a Registered Nurse.
- Post Basic Nursing Programme — a shorter specialized programme open to candidates who already hold RN certification and want to advance into areas such as public health nursing, midwifery, or other specializations.
- Post UTME/Direct screening intake — for candidates applying through JAMB in cycles where the institution participates in centralized screening alongside university-style entry routes.
Since fee structures differ depending on the specific programme a candidate is enrolled in, applicants should always confirm which programme category their admission falls under before making any payment.
School Fees for Freshers (New Students)
Fees for newly admitted students at the College of Nursing, Anua-Uyo cover tuition along with a set of compulsory institutional charges that returning students do not pay a second time. Based on the fee pattern the school has followed in recent admission cycles, a fresher should expect a total outlay in the following range for the 2026/2027 session, though the college may adjust specific line items before the session opens.
| Fee Item | Estimated Amount (₦) | Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (per session) | 150,000 – 200,000 | All freshers |
| Admission/acceptance fee | 15,000 – 25,000 | One-time, freshers only |
| Medical screening fee | 5,000 – 10,000 | Freshers only |
| ID card and matriculation fee | 5,000 – 8,000 | Freshers only |
| Uniform and clinical kit | 20,000 – 35,000 | Freshers, mostly in year one |
| Hostel accommodation (optional) | 25,000 – 45,000 | Students who opt for hostel |
| Departmental/laboratory fee | 10,000 – 20,000 | All students, per session |
Adding tuition to the compulsory one-time charges, a fresher who does not require hostel accommodation should budget roughly ₦210,000 to ₦290,000 to cover the first session in full. A fresher who opts for hostel accommodation should add the hostel fee on top of that figure. These numbers exclude personal expenses such as textbooks, transportation, and feeding, which vary by individual.
School Fees for Returning Students
Returning students at the College of Nursing, Anua-Uyo pay a lighter fee package since one-time charges such as the acceptance fee, ID card fee, and matriculation fee no longer apply once a student has completed their first year. A returning student’s fee package is built mainly around tuition and recurring departmental charges.
| Fee Item | Estimated Amount (₦) | Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (per session) | 130,000 – 170,000 | All returning students |
| Departmental/laboratory fee | 10,000 – 20,000 | All students, per session |
| Clinical posting fee | 10,000 – 25,000 | Students on clinical rotation |
| Hostel accommodation (optional) | 25,000 – 45,000 | Students who opt for hostel |
A returning student without hostel accommodation should expect to pay roughly ₦150,000 to ₦215,000 per session, which is noticeably lower than the fresher’s package because the one-time admission-related charges have already been settled in the first year.
How Freshers’ and Returning Students’ Fees Compare
| Category | Freshers | Returning Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Higher end of range | Slightly lower, may include incremental adjustment |
| One-time charges (acceptance, ID card, matriculation) | Compulsory | Not applicable |
| Uniform/clinical kit | Compulsory in year one | Only if kit needs replacement |
| Hostel fee | Optional, same rate | Optional, same rate |
| Total estimated cost per session | ₦210,000 – ₦290,000 | ₦150,000 – ₦215,000 |
This pattern is standard across nearly all Nigerian nursing training institutions: the first year always carries a heavier financial burden because of onboarding charges that apply only once, while subsequent years settle into a more predictable, lower cost.
Payment Guidelines
The college generally follows a lump-sum payment structure rather than an installment plan, meaning tuition for a session is expected to be paid in full within the stipulated deadline rather than spread across the semester. Students are advised to pay through the designated banks or online payment channels the school management approves for each session, since payment made outside these official channels cannot be verified or reflected on a student’s record.
Late payment typically attracts a penalty charge, and students who fail to complete payment before the deadline set for each semester risk being barred from sitting for their semester examinations. For this reason, both freshers and returning students are strongly advised to complete payment early in the session rather than waiting until close to examination periods.
The acceptance fee, where applicable, is paid separately and ahead of tuition, as proof that an admitted candidate is taking up their offer. This fee is non-refundable and does not count toward the tuition balance in most cases, so a fresher should budget for it as a distinct cost rather than assume it is deducted from the total tuition figure.
Admission Requirements
Candidates applying for the Basic General Nursing programme at the College of Nursing, Anua-Uyo need to meet the following minimum requirements:
- A Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalent with a minimum of five credit passes, including English Language and at least two of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Health Science, obtained in not more than two sittings.
- An age range typically between 16 and 35 years at the point of application, though the exact cut-off can shift slightly from one admission cycle to another.
- Successful completion of the institution’s entrance screening, which may include a written test and an interview.
- A birth certificate or an age declaration document, along with passport photographs and any local government or state indigene documentation the school requests.
Candidates applying for Post Basic Nursing must already hold a valid RN certification along with the requisite years of post-qualification clinical experience the programme specifies.
Points Every Applicant Should Confirm Before Paying
- Confirm the current session’s exact fee breakdown directly from the school’s admission office, since figures shift from one academic year to the next and this article’s figures are estimates based on recent fee patterns.
- Confirm which bank accounts or portals are officially approved for fee payment before transferring any money, to avoid falling victim to unauthorized collection agents.
- Ask specifically whether the fee quoted includes or excludes hostel accommodation, since this is one of the most common sources of confusion among new students.
- Keep all payment receipts and teller confirmations until the school’s finance department formally acknowledges the payment on record.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are the school fees for freshers at College of Nursing, Anua-Uyo?
A fresher without hostel accommodation should expect to pay roughly ₦210,000 to ₦290,000 for the 2026/2027 session, covering tuition and one-time compulsory charges such as acceptance fee, ID card, and clinical kit.
How much do returning students pay?
Returning students typically pay between ₦150,000 and ₦215,000 per session, since the one-time onboarding charges that freshers pay no longer apply after the first year.
Is hostel accommodation included in the tuition fee?
No. Hostel accommodation is billed separately and is optional, so students who choose to live off-campus do not pay this charge.
Can school fees be paid in installments?
The college generally requires tuition to be paid in a lump sum for each session rather than in installments, though students should confirm the current policy with the school’s finance office before the payment deadline.
Is the College of Nursing, Anua-Uyo the same as Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences?
The Anua campus is one of the training centres that make up the Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences following the 2021 merger of the state’s nursing schools. Admission and fee notices are still frequently released under the “Anua-Uyo” name because that is the identity most applicants and alumni recognize.