The College of Nursing Sciences, Muslim Medical Foundation, Saki (widely referred to as MH Saki or CONSMMEFS) charges tuition and other compulsory fees to both newly admitted students and returning students for every academic session, including the 2026/2027 session. This article explains what the fee structure covers, how fresher fees differ from returning student fees, what the admission process requires, and where to get the accurate figures for the current session.
About the College of Nursing Sciences, MH Saki
The College of Nursing Sciences, Muslim Medical Foundation, Saki, sits in Saki, Oyo State, and operates under the Muslim Medical Foundation, which also runs the Muslim Hospital, Saki. The institution began as the School of Basic Midwifery, Muslim Hospital, Saki, before it was upgraded to a full College of Nursing Sciences in 2023, in line with reforms introduced by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN). Following the upgrade, the college received provisional accreditation from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria for seven programmes: General Nursing, Basic Midwifery, Post Basic Nursing, Post Basic Midwifery, Public Health Nursing, Community Health, and Community Midwifery.
The college trains students who intend to work as registered nurses, midwives, and community health practitioners, and it draws applicants mainly from Oyo State and the wider Oke-Ogun area, though it also admits candidates from other parts of Nigeria.
What the School Fees Cover
School fees at the College of Nursing Sciences, MH Saki, cover tuition for the academic session along with a set of compulsory charges that every student pays regardless of level. These typically include tuition, library fee, laboratory and practical fee, examination fee, ICT/development levy, and sports/students’ union dues, among other administrative charges the college itemizes on its fee schedule. Fees such as the acceptance fee, caution fee, medical fee, and uniform fee are usually charged separately from the main tuition breakdown, and they apply only to freshers at the point of admission.
Because the college is a private, hospital-affiliated institution rather than a public university, the fee components can shift slightly from one session to another based on decisions made by the Muslim Medical Foundation’s management. For this reason, the safest way to get the exact current figures is to check the college’s official admission portal or contact the school’s administrative office directly, rather than relying on unofficial figures circulated online.
Fresher School Fees vs Returning Student Fees
There is a clear difference between what a fresher pays and what a returning (old) student pays in a given session. This difference exists because freshers carry a set of one-time charges that returning students do not pay again after their first year.
| Fee Category | Freshers (New Students) | Returning Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | Paid in full for the session | Paid in full for the session |
| Acceptance fee | Paid once, upon confirming admission | Not applicable |
| Caution fee (refundable) | Paid once, at the point of admission | Not applicable |
| Medical fee | Paid in the first session | May recur depending on college policy |
| Uniform and clinical kit fee | Paid once, at the start of the programme | Not applicable, except where uniform is renewed |
| ID card fee | Paid once | Not applicable |
| Hostel accommodation | Optional, paid per session if self-contained lodging is chosen | Optional, paid per session if lodging is chosen |
| Library, ICT, and examination fees | Paid every session | Paid every session |
Because of the additional one-time charges, a fresher’s total outlay in the first session is noticeably higher than what a returning student pays in subsequent sessions, even though both categories pay the same tuition and standard session charges. Students planning their finances should budget for this gap and not assume that the amount paid in year one will repeat exactly in year two.
Payment Structure and Installment Option
The College of Nursing Sciences, MH Saki, like many hospital-based nursing training institutions in Nigeria, gives students the option of paying fees in installments rather than as one lump sum. This arrangement helps parents and guardians manage the cost across the academic session instead of raising the full amount at once. Students who prefer to pay in full at the start of the session can also do so, and some institutions offer a small incentive or simply process the payment faster for candidates who clear the entire fee early.
All payments are expected to go through the official banks or the online payment portal approved by the college’s management. Students should avoid making payments to individuals or unofficial accounts, since the school explicitly designates approved payment channels to protect students from fraud.
Additional Costs to Prepare For
Beyond the structured school fees, nursing students at MH Saki should budget for a number of recurring personal costs that are not part of the official fee schedule but are necessary for the programme:
- Textbooks and practical manuals required for nursing and midwifery coursework.
- Stethoscope, thermometer, and other clinical instruments needed for ward practicals and clinical postings.
- Transport costs for clinical postings, since students often rotate through different units of Muslim Hospital and, in some cases, affiliated health facilities outside the main campus.
- Feeding, which is typically arranged on a “pay as you go” basis or through a separate cafeteria plan rather than being bundled into tuition.
- Hostel accommodation, for students who choose to live in college-provided lodging instead of commuting from home.
Factoring in these costs alongside the official school fees gives a more realistic picture of what a session at the college actually costs a student and their sponsors.
Admission Requirements Linked to the Fee Structure
Before school fees become relevant, a candidate needs to secure admission, and the college sets specific entry requirements for its programmes:
- A minimum of five O’Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, obtained in not more than two sittings through WAEC, NECO, or an equivalent body. Candidates presenting NABTEB results need these credits in one sitting.
- A minimum UTME score set by the college for the admission year. For the 2026 session, the college requires candidates to have scored at least 165 in the UTME.
- Candidates must be at least 16 years old at the point of application.
- Applicants must select the College of Nursing Sciences, MH Saki (or its parent body, the Muslim Medical Foundation) as their institution of choice during JAMB registration, or process a change of institution where necessary.
- Candidates must participate in the college’s Post-UTME screening, which typically holds at the school premises, before a final admission decision is made.
An application/registration fee, separate from the main school fees, applies at the point of purchasing and submitting the admission form. This fee covers the cost of processing the application through the college’s official portal and is non-refundable once submitted, whether or not the candidate is offered admission.
How to Confirm the Exact Fee Figures for 2026/2027
Because fee schedules for hospital-run nursing colleges can be reviewed from one session to another, and because the amount can vary slightly depending on the specific programme a student is enrolled in (General Nursing, Basic Midwifery, Post Basic Nursing, and so on), candidates and parents should confirm the exact current figures through the college’s official admission portal or by contacting the school’s administrative office directly using the contact details published on official college materials. Relying on the official channel avoids the risk of budgeting around outdated or inaccurate figures picked up from unofficial sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do freshers and returning students pay the same school fees at MH Saki?
No. Freshers pay additional one-time charges such as acceptance fee, caution fee, uniform fee, and medical fee on top of tuition, while returning students generally pay only tuition and standard recurring session charges.
Can students pay MH Saki school fees in installments?
Yes. The college allows payment in installments to ease the burden on parents and guardians, in addition to the option of paying the full fee at once.
What programmes does the College of Nursing Sciences, MH Saki, offer?
The college offers General Nursing, Basic Midwifery, Post Basic Nursing, Post Basic Midwifery, Public Health Nursing, Community Health, and Community Midwifery, all accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
Is hostel accommodation included in the school fees?
No. Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately from the standard school fees for students who choose to live in college-provided lodging.
What is the minimum UTME score required for admission?
For the 2026 admission cycle, candidates need a minimum UTME score of 165, along with the required O’Level credit passes and successful completion of the Post-UTME screening.