Are you a fresh secondary-leaving student?, Aiming for a bright career but worried about the cost? Or perhaps you’re a ‘hustler’ or a worker wanting to gain more qualification at friendly rates. Whatever the case, fear no more. This post is for you. It is key to answering your questions about the school fees at Bayero University Kano.
- Current BUK Fees Scheduled (2019/2020)
- BUK Undergraduate School Fees 2019/2020 Academic Section
- Hostel Fees (Optional)
- Brief Review of Bayero University School Fees
Welcome message….
First of all, congratulations! The cost of tuition in this institution is absolutely free for full-time Nigerian students! . That’s right, you only have to settle the registration fees and other related expenses. Hence, it’s a golden opportunity to get a qualitative education at highly-subsidized rates.
Therefore, It should be noted that it is really necessary for aspiring students to have an idea of the financial demands of institutions before taking the plunge. Make a wise decision and read on, Dear Information Seeker. Don’t be part of a clueless flock. Also, abide by the Bayero university rules and regulations
Current BUK Fees Scheduled (2019/2020)
The fees to be paid by students of Bayero University can be broadly categorized into the following:
1. Bayero University Acceptance Fee
This is to be paid by all new students prior to screening. It serves as an acknowledgement of the admission offered by the university. For the 2019/2020 academic session, the amount payable was N10,000.
2. Tuition Fees:
For Nigerians, the tuition is free for all full-time students. The tuition fees for Non-Nigerian undergraduates depends on their faculty. The fees, quoted from the university’s official website, are listed in the table below:
| Faculty/College | Cost of Tuition (N) |
| Arts & Islamic Studies, Social Sciences, Management Sciences | 200,000 |
| Law, Education | 300,000 |
| Agriculture, Communications, Computer Science and IT, Engineering, Communication, Earth and Environmental Science, Life Science, Physical Sciences, School of Continuing Education (SCE) | 400,000 |
| College of Health Sciences including Pharmaceutical Sciences | 600,000 |
Moreover, As for part-time students, they are required to pay a standard amount as tuition fees. But the general charges vary per department. For the latest academic session, it was N50,000. Except for B. Nursing Science students which was N100,000
3.General Registration Charges (Payable by all Students):
Registration fees are paid using ‘Remita e-Payments and e-Collection platforms. The amount to be paid reflects on a student’s BUKPPF (Bayero University Kano Personalized Payment Form). Fees payable are also dependent on courses of study and type of academic programme. It should be noted that late registration within a specified time frame (grace period) attracts additional charges.
BUK Undergraduate School Fees 2019/2020 Academic Section
Undergraduate students consist of returning students and fresh students. Fresh students are further categorized into two by their mode of admission; UTME and Direct Entry.
| S/N | CATEGORY OF STUDENTS | UTME | DIRECT ENTRY | RETURNING |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Students from Faculties of Arts and Islamic Studies, Law, Social Sciences and Management Sciences except Banking and Finance | 33,500 | 34,500 | 30,500 |
| 2 | Banking and Finance Students | 35,500 | 36,500 | 32,500 |
| 3 | Students from Faculties of Agriculture, Computer Sciences & IT, Communications, Education, Engineering, Earth and Environmental Sciences (except Geology, URP and Architecture) | 36,500 | 37,500 | 33,500 |
| 4 | Geology, Urban and Regional Planning and Architecture Students | 41,500 | 42,500 | 47,500 |
| 5 | Students from Faculties of Basic Medical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Physical Sciences | 37,500 | 38,500 | 34,500 |
| 6 | Students from the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences (Medical Laboratory Sciences, Nursing Sciences, Radiography & Optometry) | 41,500 | 42,500 | 38,500 |
| 7 | Physiotherapy Students | 43,500 | 44,500 | 40,500 |
| 8 | Students from Faculties of Clinical Sciences (MBBS) and Dentistry | 42,500 | 43,500 | 39,500 |
Part-Time/School of Continuing Education (SCE) Programmes
Remember the saying “time waits for no man”? Indeed, time is precious and working may not necessarily impede the search for education. Students who apply for this programme are often working-class citizens who for one reason or the other are time-constrained.
So, Part-time degree programmes in BUK are internally organized and conducted by the School for Continuing Education (SCE). These programmes are run by the management of the university without external funding from the government. Hence the unsubsidized tuition fee. Nevertheless, studying in such a system is quite flexible and affordable.
Below is a breakdown of the general charges payable by both fresh and returning students
| S/N | PROGRAMMES | GENERAL CHARGES FOR FRESH STUDENTS | GENERAL CHARGES FOR RETURNING STUDENTS |
| 1 | B.A. (Ed) in Adult Education, Arabic, English, Hausa, History, Islamic Studies, Library Science, Special Education. B. Nursing Science. B.Sc. (Ed) in Economics, Mathematics. B.Sc. in Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Administration, Criminology and Security Studies, Economics, Health Education, International Relations, Public Administration. | 30,000 | 27,000 |
| 2 | B.A. in Arabic, English, Hausa, Islamic Studies, Mathematics. | 27,000 | 24,000 |
| 3 | B.Sc. Geography. B.Sc. (Ed) Geography | 35,000 | 32,000 |
Post Graduate Programmes
Postgraduate programmes are a step further from the undergraduate disciplines. Hence, you shouldn’t be surprised that the fees are higher. Nevertheless, the fees stipulated by BUK are still quite cheap compared to other institutions across the federation. Below is a summary of the postgraduate programmes offered by the university.
| S/N | PROGRAMMES/STUDENT CATEGORIES | REGISTRATION FEES FOR FRESH POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS | REGISTRATION FEES FOR RETURNING POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS | TUITION FEES (FOR NON-NIGERIANS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LL.M, M.(Ed), M.A from the Faculties of Law, Education, Arts and Islamic Studies. M.Sc programmes in Accounting, Banking and Finance, Land Resource, Economics, Islamic Banking and Finance, Management, Sociology and Political Science | 96,500 | 92,500 | 245,000 |
| 2 | M.Eng programmes from the Faculty of Engineering. M.Sc programmes in Geography, Agriculture, Mass Communication, Architecture, Computer Science, Pure Sciences, Laboratory Sciences, Public Health and Medical Sciences. M.Sc (Ed) for Physical Education, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Physics, Mathematics. Postgraduate Diplomas in Engineering, Computer Science. | 132,500 | 128,500 | 309,000 |
| 3 | M.Phil/Ph.D in Anatomy, Animal Science, Geography, Health Education. Ph.D Programmes in the Faculty of Engineering and Medical Sciences. | 196,500 | 192,500 | 415,000 |
| 4 | Masters of Physiotherapy, Masters in Infection Prevention and Control, Masters in Computer Applications, Masters in Information and Communication Technology. | 186,500 | 182,500 | 265,000 |
| 5 | Masters in Accounting and Financial Management, Masters in Banking and Finance, Masters in Health Economics, Masters in Treasury Management. | 139,500 | 135,500 | 212,000 |
| 6 | Masters in Business and Commercial Law, Communication Studies, Community Development, Conflict and Security Studies, International Studies, Crime Management Prevention and Control. | 117,500 | 113,500 | 234,000 |
| 7 | Ph.D/M.Phil in Adult Education, Accounting, Political Science, Sociology, Economics | 129,500 | 125,500 | 362,000 |
| 8 | Postgraduate Diplomas in Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Nutrition and Dietetics. | 110,500 | 106,500 | 256,000 |
| 9 | Postgraduate Diplomas in Education, Development Studies, Crime Management, Translation, Special Education. | 95,500 | 91,500 | 181,000 |
Bayero University Hostel Fees (Optional)
Students living in distant areas or those who prefer lodging on campus for academic purposes may incur additional expenses. The Hostel fees cover the bed space/bed and maintenance. For a modest cost, students are able to enjoy serenity and security throughout their stay on the campus.
The 2019/2020 hostel fees schedule is as follows:
Male Hostel Fee
Hostel Expenses for Level 500 and Level 100 students: NGN 18,090
Hostel Expenses for Level 200, 300, 400 students: NGN 12,090
Female Hostel Fee
Hostel Expenses for all levels: NGN 18,090
Hostel Expenses for Private Hostel situated in Old Campus: NGN 30,000
Brief Review of Bayero University School Fees
An average student may not spend much in pursuing an academic programme at this prestigious university. But then, it is noteworthy that even this modest cost may be much in the eyes of some, especially due to the subtle increase in the fees over the years. The table below illustrates the changes in fees for fresh engineering undergraduates over three sessions.
| SESSION | ACCEPTANCE FEE (N) | REGISTRATION FEE (NGN) | HOSTEL FEE (N) | TOTAL FEES PAYABLE (N) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017/2018 | 5,000 | 34,300 | 12,090 | 51,390 |
| 2018/2019 | 5,000 | 36,300 | 12,090 | 53,390 |
| 2019/2020 | 10,000 | 36,500 | 18,090 | 64,590 |
Graphically, the changes can be illustrated thus:
The changes in the registration fees were subtler. However, the abrupt spike in the other expenses generated a lot of complaints. Especially, the hostel fees. The institution provided reasons for the increments, They included added costs of maintenance and security, the nationwide inflation of prices among others.
Although,The price of accommodation on campus is still significantly cheaper than the lodgings found off-campus. Numerous people are forced to ‘squat’ with colleagues due to lack of funds. Most students that apply to federal universities are from middle-class or low-class backgrounds.
Hence, it isn’t surprising that many suffer to pay their fees. All the while remarking how ironical the phrase “Nigerians’ Right to Education” is. Thankfully, scholarships are made available to deserving students who are facing financial difficulties annually. In view of this, its not a completely hopeless case.
Summary of BUK Fees
BUK prior(2019/2020) Acceptance Fee NGN 10,000. 2020/2021 Pending.
Freshers(JAMBITES) school fees are between NGN 33,500 – NGN 43,500
Direct Entry(DE) school fees are between NGN 34,500 – NGN 44,500
Returning Students school fees are between NGN 30,500 – NGN 47,500
Fresh Post Graduate Student school fees are between NGN 96,500 – NGN 196,500
Returning Post Graduate Student school fees are between NGN 92,500 – NGN 192,500
Non – Nigerian Post Graduate Student school fees are between NGN 245,000 – NGN 415,000
Hostel Expenses for Level 500 and Level 100 students: NGN 18,090
Hostel Expenses for Level 200, 300, 400 students: NGN 12,090
Hostel Expenses for all levels: NGN 18,090
Hostel Expenses for Private Hostel situated in Old Campus: NGN 30,000
A sound education is an investment with innumerable benefits. Therefore, buckle up and make a wise choice. Certainly, a number of factors influence the choice of institution and expenditure is part of them. With this post, I hope any uncertainty about the matter has been cleared.
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