Imo State University - IMSU

Imo State University – IMSU

Imo State University (IMSU) is a state-owned university located in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. Established in 1981, IMSU is one of the oldest state universities in Nigeria and remains one of the leading public higher institutions in South-East Nigeria. The university is known for strong programmes in Law, Medicine, Engineering, Sciences, Social Sciences, Education, Agriculture, and Management Sciences. IMSU offers undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, JUPEB, pre-degree, and professional programmes through modern academic systems and online portals.

The current Vice-Chancellor listed on the university portal is Prof. Uchefula Ugonna Chukwumaeze, SAN.

History of the Institution

Imo State University was established in 1981 through Law No. 4 passed by the Imo State House of Assembly. The institution was created to expand access to university education in the old Imo State and surrounding regions. Over the decades, IMSU has developed into a comprehensive university with multiple faculties, professional schools, and thousands of graduates across Nigeria and beyond.

The university has maintained a strong reputation in legal education, health sciences, business, and public administration.

Location

Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
Postal Address: P.M.B 2000, Owerri.

School Overview

Full Name: Imo State University
Abbreviation: IMSU
Established: 1981
Ownership: Imo State Government
Type: Public State University
Location: Owerri, Imo State
Programmes: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, JUPEB, Pre-Degree, Diploma

Why Choose IMSU?

One of Nigeria’s oldest state universities
Strong Law, Medicine, Science and Management programmes
Strategic location in Owerri
Functional admission and student portals
Large alumni network
Affordable public university education

Faculties / Colleges

IMSU faculties shown on the official portal include:

Law
Engineering
Biological Sciences
Agric / Veterinary Medicine
Management Sciences
Social Sciences
Physical Sciences
Humanities
Environmental Sciences
Medicine
Health Sciences
Education

List of Courses offered in Imo State University

Law

Law (LL.B.)

Engineering

Civil Engineering
Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

Sciences

Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Microbiology
Physics
Statistics

Agriculture / Veterinary

Agricultural Economics
Animal Science
Crop Science
Veterinary-related programmes

Management Sciences

Accounting
Banking and Finance
Business Administration
Marketing

Social Sciences

Economics
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Mass Communication

Humanities

English
History
Philosophy
Religious Studies

Health / Medical Courses

Human Anatomy
Physiology
Nursing Science
Medicine and Surgery
Medical Laboratory Science

Education

Education Biology
Education Chemistry
Education Mathematics
Guidance and Counselling

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

Admission Requirements

UTME Admission

Minimum five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics
Valid JAMB score
Choose IMSU as preferred institution
Participate in Post-UTME screening
Upload O’Level results to JAMB CAPS

Direct Entry

ND, NCE, JUPEB, IJMB, A-Level or equivalent qualifications accepted for eligible courses.

Postgraduate Admission

IMSU offers PGD, Masters, and PhD programmes. The portal lists postgraduate applications and admission status services.