The School of Nursing, Ijebu-Ode is a campus of the Ogun State College of Nursing Sciences (OGCON), one of the oldest nursing training institutions in South-West Nigeria. It sits on Oguntuga Street, beside the Ogun State Dental Clinic in Ijebu-Ode, and traces its history back to 1949, when it began as a hospital-based training centre under the old Ministry of Health. Today it operates as a fully accredited campus under the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), offering basic nursing and midwifery training to students drawn mainly from Ijebu North, Remo, Shagamu, and neighbouring zones.
This article explains what the School of Nursing, Ijebu-Ode charges freshers (newly admitted students) and returning students for the 2026/2027 academic session, what each fee covers, and how payment works.
Overview of the School of Nursing, Ijebu-Ode
The Ijebu-Ode campus is one of three satellite campuses of OGCON, alongside Abeokuta (Idi-Aba) and Ilaro. It runs the following programmes:
- National Diploma (ND) in Nursing — a three-year programme
- Basic Midwifery — a three-year programme
- Post-Basic specializations (open only to students who already hold a basic nursing qualification), each lasting about 18 months. These include Perioperative Nursing, Cardiothoracic Nursing, Ophthalmic Nursing, and Anaesthetic Nursing.
Admission into the ND Nursing and Basic Midwifery programmes is through JAMB UTME, with the school listed as the candidate’s first choice institution. The commonly reported minimum UTME cut-off mark for admission consideration is 180. Applicants also need a minimum of five O’level credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, obtained in not more than two sittings, through WAEC, NECO, or an equivalent examining body.
School Fees for Freshers (Newly Admitted Students)
The published tuition figure for the Ogun State College of Nursing Sciences, which covers the Ijebu-Ode campus, has been quoted at around ₦65,000 per session for the core tuition component. However, tuition alone does not represent what a fresher actually pays on resumption. New students are required to settle several additional charges before registration is complete, and when these are added together, the total amount payable by a fresher typically falls within the range of ₦150,000 to ₦200,000 per session.
The table below breaks down the fee categories that make up this total for freshers:
| Fee Item | Applies To | Estimated Amount (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | All freshers | 65,000 – 80,000 |
| Acceptance fee | Freshers only, paid once on admission | 10,000 – 20,000 |
| Caution fee (refundable deposit) | Freshers only | 5,000 – 10,000 |
| Medical/health screening fee | Freshers only | 5,000 – 10,000 |
| Uniform and clinical kit fee | Freshers only | 15,000 – 25,000 |
| Course materials and library fee | All students | 10,000 – 15,000 |
| Examination and registration fee | All students | 5,000 – 10,000 |
| Approximate total for freshers | 150,000 – 200,000 |
These figures are estimates based on the fee structure pattern the school has followed in recent sessions. The management reserves the right to review charges at the start of any academic year, so the exact naira value for 2026/2027 should be confirmed from the official fee schedule issued after admission, or directly from the bursary or admissions office.
School Fees for Returning Students
Returning students pay less than freshers because they do not repeat one-off charges such as the acceptance fee, caution fee, or the uniform and clinical kit fee, which are only charged once, in the first year. A returning student’s fee structure typically covers tuition, course materials, examination fees, and any departmental levies attached to their current level of study.
Based on the pattern followed across OGCON’s campuses, returning students at the Ijebu-Ode campus pay in the region of ₦40,000 to ₦70,000 per session, depending on the specific level and programme.
| Fee Item | Applies To | Estimated Amount (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | Returning students | 40,000 – 65,000 |
| Course materials and library fee | Returning students | 5,000 – 10,000 |
| Examination and registration fee | Returning students | 5,000 – 8,000 |
| Departmental/clinical practicum fee (where applicable) | Returning students in clinical years | 10,000 – 20,000 |
| Approximate total for returning students | 60,000 – 100,000 |
Students in their final year, or those undergoing clinical postings and practicum, may pay slightly more than students in earlier years because of the added supervision and clinical placement charges attached to those stages of the programme.
What the Fees Cover
The tuition and associated charges paid by both freshers and returning students go toward covering instruction, use of classrooms and skills laboratories, clinical supervision during hospital postings, examination administration, and basic institutional services. It is important to note that these figures generally exclude accommodation and feeding.
Accommodation and Hostel Costs
The School of Nursing, Ijebu-Ode does not guarantee accommodation to every student, and hostel space within the school premises is limited. Students who cannot secure a bed space on campus commonly rent self-contained rooms within Ijebu-Ode town. A self-contained hostel room close to the school currently costs around ₦120,000 per session, though this depends on the specific area, the state of the building, and how far it is from the school premises. Students planning their budget for the session should factor in accommodation separately from the tuition and fee figures listed above.
How to Pay School Fees
Payment of school fees at the School of Nursing, Ijebu-Ode follows a standard process common to OGCON’s campuses:
- Check the official fee schedule. After admission is confirmed, the school releases an official fee breakdown either through the admission letter or the school’s notice board and portal.
- Generate a payment invoice or reference number. Where an online portal is available, students log in and generate a unique payment reference for the specific session.
- Pay through an approved bank or online channel. Payment should only be made to accounts and platforms officially designated by the school’s management, such as PayStack-integrated portals or designated bank branches. Students should avoid paying into personal or unverified accounts.
- Keep proof of payment. After payment, students should retain the teller, receipt, or payment confirmation slip, as this is usually required during physical registration and clearance.
- Submit payment evidence for registration. The receipt or printout is presented to the accounts or bursary office, after which the student is cleared to complete academic registration for the session.
Because published fee amounts can change from one session to another, and unofficial sources sometimes circulate outdated or inaccurate figures, prospective and returning students are advised to confirm the exact current amount from the school’s official notice or bursary office before making any payment.
Other Costs to Plan For
Beyond tuition and hostel fees, students should budget for a few recurring personal expenses across the session:
- Textbooks and reference materials, which are not always fully covered by the library fee
- Transportation, especially for students commuting for clinical postings at teaching hospitals or health centres outside the immediate school premises
- Feeding, since the school fee structure does not include a feeding allowance
- Miscellaneous departmental levies, which can arise depending on specific clinical rotations or specialty postings
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the School of Nursing, Ijebu-Ode school fee for freshers in 2026/2027?
Freshers should budget roughly ₦150,000 to ₦200,000 for the session, covering tuition, acceptance fee, caution fee, medical screening, uniform, and other one-off charges required only in the first year.
How much do returning students pay?
Returning students typically pay less, in the range of ₦60,000 to ₦100,000 per session, since they are not required to pay first-year-only charges like the acceptance fee and uniform fee.
Does the school fee include hostel accommodation?
No. Hostel accommodation is billed separately, and a self-contained room near the school costs approximately ₦120,000 per session.
Where can students confirm the exact current fee amount?
The exact figure for any given session is confirmed through the school’s official admission letter, notice board, or bursary office, since fees are subject to periodic review by the school’s management.
Is the acceptance fee refundable?
The acceptance fee is a one-time payment made to confirm a candidate’s intention to take up an offer of admission, and it is generally not refundable once paid.
What is the minimum JAMB cut-off mark for admission?
The commonly applied minimum UTME cut-off mark for nursing programmes at this campus is 180, though candidates should also meet the O’level requirement of five credits, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, in not more than two sittings.