Ebonyi State University - EBSU

Ebonyi State University – EBSU

Ebonyi State University (EBSU) is a state-owned university located in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Nigeria. Established in 1999, EBSU is one of the foremost public universities in South-East Nigeria and is widely known for quality teaching, professional programmes, affordable education, and a strong presence in medicine, law, sciences, social sciences, management, and education. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, pre-degree, and professional programmes across multiple campuses and faculties. EBSU operates its academic and admission services through its official student portal. (ebsu.edu.ng)

The university has become a major academic centre in the South-East region, attracting students from across Nigeria.

History of the Institution

Ebonyi State University was established in 1999 by the Ebonyi State Government following the creation of Ebonyi State in 1996. The university was created to provide greater access to higher education for residents of the new state and neighbouring regions.

From its early years, EBSU expanded rapidly into a comprehensive university with programmes in medicine, law, engineering-related sciences, agriculture, education, management, and humanities. Over time, the institution gained national recognition for producing graduates in healthcare, public service, business, law, and academia.

Today, EBSU remains one of the leading state universities in South-East Nigeria. (ebsu.edu.ng)

Location

Main Location: Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Nigeria.
The university operates campuses and academic centres within Abakaliki and surrounding areas. (ebsu.edu.ng)

School Overview

Full Name: Ebonyi State University
Abbreviation: EBSU
Established: 1999
Ownership: Ebonyi State Government
Type: Public State University
Location: Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
Programmes: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Pre-Degree, Professional Courses

Why Choose EBSU?

Popular public university in South-East Nigeria
Recognized Medicine and Law programmes
Strong Science and Management faculties
Functional portal for admissions and results
Affordable tuition compared to many private universities
Strategic location in Abakaliki

Faculties / Colleges

EBSU operates several faculties including:

Faculty of Law
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Health Sciences
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
Faculty of Management Sciences
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
Faculty of Clinical Medicine (ebsu.edu.ng)

List of Courses offered in Ebonyi State University

Arts / Humanities

English Language
History and International Relations
Philosophy
Religion
Languages

Education

Education Biology
Education Chemistry
Education Mathematics
Education English
Educational Administration
Guidance and Counselling

Science

Applied Biology
Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Geology
Industrial Chemistry
Mathematics
Microbiology
Physics
Statistics

Social Sciences

Economics
Mass Communication
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology

Management Sciences

Accounting
Banking and Finance
Business Management
Marketing
Public Administration

Agriculture

Agricultural Economics
Animal Science
Crop Production
Fisheries

Health / Medical Courses

Anatomy
Medicine and Surgery
Medical Laboratory Science
Nursing Science
Physiology
Public Health

Law

Law (LL.B.)

For complete departmental list and latest programmes, Please check school website or latest news below for newest update.

Admission Requirements

UTME Admission

Five O’Level credit passes including English Language and Mathematics
Valid JAMB score
Choose EBSU as preferred institution
Participate in Post-UTME screening
Upload O’Level results on JAMB CAPS