gbinedion University Okada (IUO) is Nigeria’s first private and
secular private university.
Founded in 1999 as a centre of excellence, its vision is to
become a leading centre of knowledge and manpower production. Located in
the serenity of Okada Wonderland and
with a complement of world-class academics, support staff,
research facilities, teaching hospital, entrepreneurial studies, ICT
solutions including telemedicine and teleconferencing,
human help services and resourceful students, IUO offers the
right atmosphere for sound human development as well as innovative,
productive and uninterrupted scholarship. IUO is a truly
cosmopolitan university with staff and students from all the
36 states and the FCT of Nigeria and other parts of the world. The
university is currently inviting applications from suitably
qualified candidates for admission into first degree
programmes in its seven
Colleges
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10 REASONS WHY IGBINEDION UNIVERSITY OKADA IS NIGERIA’S PRIVATE UNIVERSITY OF CHIOCE
- Top 10 Law College in Nigeria
- First Private University to produce Medical Doctors (Since 2007)
- 60% of Graduates in Graduate Schools in North America and Europe
(All graduates of Igbinedion University, Okada are fully exempted from
writing TOEFL exam as prerequisite for admission into Canadian
Universities).
- Graduate job placement scheme, assuring employment before graduation.
- Global Networks, Linkages and Collaborations offering access to the Global World of Learning
- Multi-religious, Multicultural, Upholder of dignified Freedom.
- Affordable – Low budget tuition and accommodation + flexible payment plan.
- Highest number of full professors in Private University sector + experienced and world renowned lecturers
- Producer of literary Giants-Students and Graduates are award winners and authors of famous and choice books
- Pioneer and Champion of Entrepreneurship in Nigerian Universities
General Entry Requirments
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To be eligible for admission into the four-year
disciplines and five or six-year professional programmes, candidates
must possess a minimum of five credits at the GCE/WAEC, SSCE/NECO, or
SSCE/NABTEB certificate examinations, which must
include English Language and Mathematics at not more
than two sittings.
In addition, candidates seeking admission into
Law must possess at least a credit pass in Literature in English.
Candidates awaiting GCE/NECO SSCE/WAEC SSCE/NABTEB results
are also encouraged to apply provided the results
would be available by September 2013 when the new session commences.
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Candidtate may also seek admission into the 200
level of the degree programmes with the following qualifications:
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Passes in at least two subjects at the Advanced
level and an additional subject at the subsidiary level in the General
Certificate of
Education Examination. The subjects must constitute a suitable preliminary to the intended courses.
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Diploma/NCE at credit level pass and above in the appropriate subjects from a recognized institution.
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IJMB in the appropriate subjects.
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First Degree in relevant discipline.
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In all these cases, candidates must also satisfy the
requirements for matriculation viz: five credit passes at the
GCE/WAEC SSCE/NECO SSCE/NABTEB Certificate
examinations.
Candidtate are required to show evidence of application to JAMB
UTME Requirement
Candidates applying for admission are required to sit for the
2013/2014 UTME and obtain the prescribed cut-off marks.
This is a statutory requirement for entry into Nigerian universities
Age
Candidates who are
above 22 years of age will not be deemed eligible for admission. Older candidates may be admitted under
exceptional circumstances.
Method of Application
Candidates have the option of purchasing application forms directly or
applying online.
How to Purchase and Process Application Forms
Application forms are obtainable in person on payment of a
non-refundable fee of N6,500 (Naira) only in bank draft drawn on any
reputable bank,
made payable to IGBINEDION UNIVERSITY, OKADA, from the
following:
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Igbinedion University, Okada
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Benin Liaison Office, No. 69 Airport Road, Benin City, Edo State, Tel: 08066345045
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Igbinedion Education Centre, 218/220 Murtala Mohammed
Way, P.O. Box 24, Benin City, Edo State, Tel: 052-258766
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Lagos Liaison Office, 187, Adeleke Adedoyin Street, Off Kofo Abayomi, Victoria Island Lagos, Tel: 08033250561
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Zenith and Access Bank Branches throughout the country
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NIPOST General Post Offices throughout the country
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Peace Promise International School, Anjorin Street, Anorin Bus Stop, Surulere, Lagos
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Alvana Model Secondary School, Owerri – Onitsha Road, Owerri, Imo State
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Bereton Montessori Primary School, Plot 270 Stadium
Road, G.R.A. Phase IV, Port Harcourt Tel: 084-239839, 571578;
08068737968
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Marketing Department, ITV, Abuja
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Gof International School, Oshogbo
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Government Secondary School, Garki, Abuja
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International School, ISI, University of Ibadan
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El-Amin Int. High School, Minna (Near NECO Headquarters)
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Oyemekun Grammar School Akure
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Barrister Tony Onyia, No 7c Murtala Mohammed Way, Kano, Tel 08037861029
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Katsina Education Trust Fund, No. 2 Gobarau Road, Gobarau Quarters, Katsina
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Government Secondary School, Katsina
- Mobil Pegasus School, Eket
- Marketing Department, AKBC, Uyo
- Marketing Department, CRBC, Calabar
- Marketing Department, ABS Radio, GRA, Onitsha
- Marketing Department, FRCN, Enugu
Submission of Completed Application Form
Completed application form must be accompanied with
Photostat copies of academic certificates/statements of results,
birth certificate and certificate of Local Government Area of origin. All applications are to be addressed to:
The Registrar
Igbinedion University, Okada
P.M.B. 0006
Benin City
Edo State, Nigeria
Applicants are encouraged to send completed forms to the
Registrar Igbinedion University or bring them along to the screening
centres.
How to Apply Online
Candidates who choose to apply online should go to
Igbinedion University’s website, www.iuokada.edu.ng click on the Online
Application tab,
complete and submit the online form, and make a printout of
the successfully completed application confirmation page. The
confirmation page which MUST carry
a Registration Number (Application ID) should be enclosed in
an envelope along with a certified bank draft of N6,500 (Naira) drawn
on
any reputable bank made payable to Igbinedion
University Okada for handling fees and other charges, and
forwarded in person or by courier to:
The Registrar
Igbinedion University, Okada
P.M.B. 0006
Benin City
Edo State, Nigeria
Applicatants who fail to forward their completed application
forms by courier can also bring them along to the screening centres.
International applicants can also apply online and forward
along with their confirmation page an application fee of US$60, 30BP or
30 Euro payable through international money order or certified cheque
made payable to Igbinedion University Okada.
Please note that any confirmation page without a Registration Number will not be processed
Any applicant who experiences difficulties with online
application should please call Mr. Harry Omorogbe on 08037170685,
or the Admissions Officer on 07032924219, or the PRO on
08078286940, 08052147039
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided for all STUDENTS at the Okada Wonderland Estate.
Fees and Finances
IUO charges moderate and affordable fees. For details on payment of fees and other financial regulations,
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Post-UTME Screening Date and Centres
Screening of applicants will take place in the following
centres on Saturday July 20, 2013 (candidates are to report at the
screening centre of their choice)
- Benin City: Igbinedion Education Centre (IEC) 218/220 Murtala Mohammed Way, Benin City, Edo State
- Lagos: Peace Promise International School, Anjorin Street, Anorin Bus Stop, Surulere, Lagos
- Port Harcourt: Bereton Montessori Primary School, Plot 270 Stadium Road, G.R.A. Phase IV, Port Harcourt
- Abuja: Government Secondary School, Garki, Abuja
Time: 10 AM
Candidates who chose Igbinedion University, Okada as
their first and second choice JAMB (UMTE) should also attend the
screening exercise.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE UNIVERSITY OPENS FOR THE 2013/2014 ACADEMIC SESSION ON 21ST SEPTEMBER, 2013.
Igbinedion University, Okada, Your only Authentic Private University…
Mr. Edwin O. Okoro
Registrar
