Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife – OAU

Obafemi Awolowo University, popularly known as OAU, is a federal university located in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. The university was originally established in 1961 as the University of Ife by the government of Western Nigeria under the leadership of Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola, and academic activities began in October 1962.

The institution was later renamed in 1987 in honour of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, the first Premier of the Western Region of Nigeria, who had envisioned the creation of a world-class university in the region.

Over the years, OAU has developed into one of Nigeria’s most prestigious universities, known for its strong academic standards, research contributions, and beautiful campus environment. The university has expanded from its original five faculties to numerous faculties, institutes, and research centres serving thousands of students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Location

Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife
Osun State
Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges / Schools

OAU currently operates several faculties and academic units including:

• Faculty of Administration

• Faculty of Agriculture

• Faculty of Arts

• Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

• Faculty of Clinical Sciences

• Faculty of Dentistry

• Faculty of Education

• Faculty of Environmental Design and Management

• Faculty of Law

• Faculty of Pharmacy

• Faculty of Science

• Faculty of Social Sciences

• Faculty of Technology

• College of Health Sciences

List of Courses Offered by Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife (OAU)

Some of the major undergraduate programmes offered at OAU include:

• Accounting

• Agricultural Economics

• Agricultural Extension and Rural Development

• Architecture

• Biochemistry

• Botany

• Building

• Business Administration

• Chemical Engineering

• Chemistry

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Computer Science

• Dentistry

• Economics

• Education and Biology

• Education and Chemistry

• Education and English

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• English Language

• Estate Management

• Geography

• Geology

• History

• Industrial Chemistry

• International Relations

• Law

• Linguistics

• Management and Accounting

• Mathematics

• Mechanical Engineering

• Medical Rehabilitation

• Medicine and Surgery

• Microbiology

• Nursing Science

• Pharmacy

• Philosophy

• Physics

• Political Science

• Psychology

• Quantity Surveying

• Sociology

• Statistics

• Urban and Regional Planning

• Zoology

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate Admission

• Candidates must sit for the UTME conducted by JAMB.

• Applicants must obtain at least five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics in relevant subjects.

• Candidates must choose Obafemi Awolowo University as their preferred institution during UTME registration.

• Applicants must participate in the OAU Post-UTME screening exercise through the university admission portal.

Admission portal:
https://admissions.oauife.edu.ng/

Direct Entry Admission

Candidates with advanced qualifications such as ND, NCE, HND, IJMB, or equivalent may apply through the JAMB Direct Entry process into appropriate levels of study.

Postgraduate Admission

OAU offers Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s (MSc), and Doctorate (PhD) programmes across many academic departments and research institutes.

School Fees

The last known school fees for undergraduate students at OAU vary depending on programme and level of study.

• Fresh students: approximately ₦151,200 – ₦190,200 depending on programme.

• Acceptance fee: approximately ₦35,000 for newly admitted students.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Cut-off Mark

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 200, although competitive courses such as Medicine, Law, and Engineering typically require higher scores for admission.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Post-UTME Information

Candidates seeking admission into OAU must participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise conducted by the university.

Admissions Portal
https://admissions.oauife.edu.ng/

Student Portal
https://eportal.oauife.edu.ng/login.php

Hostel / Accommodation

OAU provides on-campus hostel accommodation for students.

The last known hostel accommodation fee ranges approximately between ₦30,000 – ₦60,000 per session depending on hostel type and facilities. The university has multiple undergraduate halls of residence and a postgraduate hall on campus.

Hostel allocation is usually completed through the student portal after payment of required fees.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Notable Alumni

Some notable alumni of Obafemi Awolowo University include:

• Yemi Osinbajo – Former Vice President of Nigeria

• Akinwumi Adesina – President of the African Development Bank

• Dele Momodu – Nigerian journalist and publisher of Ovation Magazine

• Femi Falana – Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria

• Wole Soyinka – Nobel Laureate in Literature

Official Website/Login Portal Links

Official Website
https://oauife.edu.ng/

Student Portal
https://eportal.oauife.edu.ng/login.php

Portal Home
https://eportal.oauife.edu.ng/home.php

Admission Portal
https://admissions.oauife.edu.ng/

Contact Information

Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife
Osun State
Nigeria

Phone: +234-703-508-0096 (last known)

Email: info@oauife.edu.ng (last known)

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is Obafemi Awolowo University located?

The university is located in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.

When was OAU established?

OAU was established in 1961 as the University of Ife, with academic activities starting in 1962.

What courses are offered at OAU?

The university offers programmes across disciplines such as agriculture, engineering, sciences, law, management sciences, humanities, medicine, and social sciences.

Does OAU conduct Post-UTME screening?

Yes. Candidates seeking admission must participate in the OAU Post-UTME screening exercise.

What is the cut-off mark for OAU?

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 200. Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.