The School of Nursing, University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Enugu, is one of the oldest and most sought-after basic nursing training institutions in southeastern Nigeria. It runs under the Department of Nursing, College of Nursing Sciences, and it is affiliated with the University of Nigeria (UNN). Every admission cycle, prospective and returning students ask the same practical question: how much does it cost to study here, and how does the amount differ between a fresher and a student moving into the second or third year? This article breaks down everything a candidate or current student needs to know about UNTH School of Nursing fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, along with the application process, payment procedure, and other related costs.
About the School of Nursing, UNTH Enugu
The School of Nursing began as a Specialist Hospital School of Nursing and later received approval to train general nurses in affiliation with the University of Nigeria in 1971. It became the formal School of Nursing in April 1973. It is located within the UNTH complex in Enugu, and its clinical training draws directly from the teaching hospital’s wards and departments, giving students hands-on exposure alongside their theoretical coursework. The programme leads to a certificate in general nursing that is recognized by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), and graduates go on to write the NMCN licensing examination before practicing as registered nurses.
Because the school is government-affiliated rather than privately run, its fees sit well below what many private nursing colleges charge, though they are not fixed year after year. The management reviews charges periodically, so every fresh intake should confirm the exact current figures directly from the school before making any payment.
UNTH School of Nursing Fees for Fresh Students, 2026/2027
Newly admitted students typically pay more than returning students in their first session. This is because the fresher’s fee bundles in one-off charges that do not repeat in later years, such as registration, identification, library membership, and certain departmental charges. Based on the pattern from recent sessions, freshers at the School of Nursing, UNTH should budget within the range of ₦150,000 to ₦220,000 for the first year, though the school’s own portal is the only reliable source for the exact figure for the 2026/2027 intake once admission letters are released.
This amount generally covers:
- Tuition and departmental charges
- Registration and matriculation fees
- Library and ICT access
- Laboratory and practical fees
- Medical screening and clinic charges
- Identity card and students’ union dues
- Examination fees for the session
It typically excludes hostel accommodation, the acceptance fee, and the cost of uniforms, textbooks, and nursing equipment (such as a stethoscope, thermometer, and other clinical tools), which fresh students must budget for separately.
UNTH School of Nursing Fees for Returning Students
Once a student clears the first year, the school fee for subsequent sessions is usually lower because the one-time charges from year one no longer apply. Returning students (second year and above) can expect to pay somewhere between ₦100,000 and ₦150,000 per session, though this again depends on the specific charges the school approves for that academic year. The fee for returning students still covers tuition, clinical practicals, examinations, and standard departmental levies, but drops the matriculation and fresh-registration components.
The table below summarizes the general fee pattern for quick reference. Treat the figures as a guide based on recent sessions rather than an official, fixed quote, since UNTH management reviews and announces the exact breakdown at the start of each admission cycle.
| Fee Category | Fresh Students (Year 1) | Returning Students (Year 2 and above) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and departmental fees | Included | Included |
| Registration/matriculation | Included | Not applicable |
| Library and ICT fee | Included | Included |
| Laboratory/practical fee | Included | Included |
| Examination fee | Included | Included |
| Identity card | Included | Not applicable (renewal fee may apply) |
| Estimated total per session | ₦150,000 – ₦220,000 | ₦100,000 – ₦150,000 |
| Acceptance fee | Separate, one-time | Not applicable |
| Hostel accommodation | Separate | Separate |
Application Fee and Other Charges Before Admission
Before a candidate becomes a fresher paying the school fee above, there are earlier charges tied to the application and admission process. For the 2026/2027 session, the College of Nursing Sciences, UNTH, set its online application fee at ₦20,000, payable through the Monnify platform using a debit card or bank transfer once a candidate completes the online application form on the school’s official portal. In addition, after completing the online registration, candidates are required to submit a printed copy of their application form along with photocopies of their credentials to the college secretariat, accompanied by a documentation fee of ₦2,000.
These two charges (₦20,000 application fee and ₦2,000 documentation fee) are separate from the school fees discussed above and are paid only once, at the point of application, not every session.
Acceptance Fee
Once a candidate is offered provisional admission after passing the entrance examination and interview, the next financial step is the acceptance fee. This is a standard requirement across Nigerian nursing schools and confirms that the candidate intends to take up the offered slot. The acceptance fee is paid once, shortly after the release of the admission list, and it is separate from tuition. Candidates should check the official portal or admission letter for the exact current amount, as it is subject to periodic review.
Hostel Accommodation Costs
Hostel accommodation at UNTH School of Nursing is not bundled into the standard school fee and must be paid for separately by students who choose to live within the school’s residential facilities. For students who prefer off-campus housing, self-contained apartments within Enugu town typically range from ₦90,000 to ₦150,000 per session, depending on the location and proximity to the hospital campus. Students who opt for on-campus hostels, where available, generally pay less than the off-campus rate, though space is limited and allocation often favors first-year and out-of-state students.
Application Process and Entry Requirements for 2026/2027
Understanding the requirements helps candidates confirm that the fees they are paying correspond to a legitimate, ongoing admission cycle. For the 2026/2027 session, the entry requirements are as follows:
- Candidates must have five credit passes at the senior secondary school level, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, obtained in not more than two sittings through WAEC or NECO.
- Candidates must have scored a minimum of 180 in the 2026 UTME.
- The UTME subject combination must include English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Candidates must have selected the College of Nursing Sciences, UNTH (affiliated with UNN) as their first choice of institution. Candidates who did not select it as first choice may still apply but must be prepared to effect the necessary change on their JAMB CAPS before the admission process concludes.
- Candidates must not be below 17 years of age at the time of application.
For the 2026/2027 cycle, the application portal opened on 15th June 2026 and closed on 3rd September 2026. The entrance examination, a computer-based post-UTME test, held on 4th and 5th September 2026 at the CONSUNTH ICT center, UNTH Old Site, Enugu, starting promptly at 7:00 a.m., with each candidate given one hour to complete the test. Candidates were required to bring their original payment receipt along with a passport photograph for entry into the examination hall.
Selection into the school generally follows a three-stage process: the computer-based entrance examination, followed by an oral interview for shortlisted candidates, and finally, provisional admission offered in order of merit to those who scale through both stages.
How Payments Are Made
All payments to the College of Nursing Sciences, UNTH, are processed online rather than through direct bank deposits. Candidates generate an invoice through the school’s portal and complete payment via the Monnify platform, using either a debit card (Naira Mastercard, Visa, or Verve) or a bank transfer. After payment, candidates should print all accompanying slips and retain them, as these serve as proof of payment for both the examination and later admission processing.
Why the Fee Differs From Other Sources
Candidates researching this topic online will notice figures that vary slightly from one source to another. This happens because school fees are reviewed periodically, and older articles referencing a previous session’s figures do not always get updated. It also happens because “school fees” sometimes get quoted as a bundled figure that already includes hostel and other charges, while other times it refers strictly to tuition and departmental levies. For this reason, the safest approach for any candidate is to treat published ranges as an estimate for budgeting purposes and to confirm the exact, current figure through the official College of Nursing Sciences, UNTH portal or directly at the college secretariat once admission is confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the UNTH School of Nursing fee the same every session?
No. The management reviews the fee periodically, so the amount can change from one academic session to the next. Always confirm the current figure through the official portal at the point of admission.
Does the school fee include hostel accommodation?
No. Hostel accommodation is billed separately from the standard school fee, both for on-campus and off-campus arrangements.
Is the application fee refundable if a candidate is not offered admission?
No. The ₦20,000 application fee, like most admission processing fees in Nigerian tertiary institutions, is non-refundable regardless of the outcome of the selection process.
Can a candidate apply without writing UTME?
For the 2026/2027 session, a UTME score of at least 180 is part of the stated entry requirement, along with the required subject combination and credit passes at the secondary school level.
Why do returning students pay less than freshers?
Returning students no longer pay one-time charges tied to first-year registration, matriculation, and identity card issuance, which reduces their overall fee compared to freshers.