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Federal College of Education, Yola  widely known as FCE Yola  is a Federal Government-owned College of Education located in Yola, Adamawa State, North-East Nigeria . Established in 1974 as an Advanced Teachers College, it was upgraded to a Federal College of Education in 1989 . The college is funded and managed by the Federal Government through the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE). FCE Yola offers NCE programmes, degree programmes formerly in affiliation with the University of Maiduguri, and  as of 2025/2026  its own autonomous degree programmes under the Federal Government’s Dual Mandate policy . The current Provost is Dr. Mohammed Usman Degereji (also spelled Dagereji) . The college’s motto is “Commitment to Teaching, Integrity in Learning and Dignity in Service” .

History of the Institution

The Federal College of Education, Yola was established in 1974 as an Advanced Teachers College . The college is located between Yola town, the capital city of Adamawa State, and Jimeta, where the seat of government is situated, giving it a cultural, social, and geographical advantage as a bridge between the two cities .

In 1989, the institution was upgraded to a Federal College of Education . Since 2014, the college had been running degree programmes in affiliation with the University of Maiduguri .

A landmark development came in December 2025, when the National Universities Commission (NUC) granted approval for FCE Yola to commence autonomous degree programmes under the Dual Mandate arrangement . FCE Yola is among 15 Federal Colleges of Education selected by the Federal Government to run full degree programmes independently, without affiliation to any university .

The NUC approved 38 degree programmes for the college, but management announced that only 14 courses will officially commence in the first phase for the 2025/2026 academic session . The admission process for the 2026/2027 academic year will mark the first set that the college will run degree programmes without affiliation .

The Provost has appealed to the Federal Government to harmonise NCE with degree programmes so that both can run as a single continuous programme .

Location

Federal College of Education, Yola (FCE Yola)
Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria
North-East Nigeria

Website: www.fceyola.edu.ng | www.fceyoladegree.edu.ng

The college is located between Yola town (capital of Adamawa State) and Jimeta (seat of government), serving as a bridge between the two cities .

List of Programmes Offered by Federal College of Education, Yola

FCE Yola offers NCE programmes, degree programmes (autonomous under Dual Mandate), and formerly affiliated degree programmes with the University of Maiduguri.

NCE Programmes

The institution offers NCE programmes across various schools of study. As of the 2024/2025 session, the college had 5,997 NCE students enrolled across Levels 1-3 and spill-over . Specific NCE courses include, but are not limited to:

• Agricultural Education

• Biology Education

• Chemistry Education

• Physics Education

• Integrated Science Education

• Mathematics Education

• Computer Science Education

• Business Education

• Home Economics Education

• English Education

• Social Studies Education

• Economics Education

• Geography Education

• History Education

• Hausa Education

• Arabic Education

• Islamic Studies Education

• Christian Religious Studies Education

• Early Childhood Care Education

• Primary Education Studies

• Special Needs Education

• Fine and Applied Arts Education

Autonomous Degree Programmes (Dual Mandate — NUC Approved)

The NUC has approved the following 14 degree programmes for commencement in the 2025/2026 academic session :

• B.A. Ed Arabic Education

• B.A. Ed English and Literary Studies

• B.A. Ed Islamic Studies Education

• B.Sc. Ed Biology Education

• B.Sc. Ed Chemistry Education

• B.Sc. Ed Health Education

• B.Sc. Ed Mathematics Education

• B.Sc. Ed Human Kinetics

• B.Sc. Ed Agricultural Science Education

• B.Sc. Ed Physics Education

• B.A. Ed Hausa Languages Education

• B.Ed Early Childhood Education

• B.Sc. Ed Economics Education

• B.Sc. Ed Business Education (B.Sc. Ed Marketing)

Important: Candidates who wish to apply for FCE Yola Degree programmes are advised to strictly choose from these 14 approved courses. Applications outside these listed programmes will not be considered at this stage .

Note: While the NUC granted approval for 38 degree programmes in total, only the above 14 courses will officially commence in the first phase .

For the complete and most up-to-date list of all courses, visit the official website at www.fceyola.edu.ng or www.fceyoladegree.edu.ng.

Admission Requirements

NCE Programme Admission

• Candidates must have chosen FCE Yola as their institution of choice (or process a change of institution)

• Minimum JAMB UTME cut-off mark: 120 (as typical for NCE programmes) 

• Five (5) O’Level credit passes, including English Language, in not more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB)

Degree Programme Admission (Dual Mandate — 2025/2026)

• Candidates must have chosen FCE Yola as their first choice institution

• Candidates are to strictly choose from the 14 approved courses listed above 

• Candidates who need to change their institution or course should do so at any JAMB-accredited centre 

• The college is already listed on the JAMB portal 

Application Portal: https://fceyoladegree.com.ng/portal/application 

Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for the most current admission requirements and deadlines.

School Fees

As a Federal institution, tuition at FCE Yola is subsidised.

NCE School Fees (Estimated)

Degree Programme School Fees (2025/2026)

School fees for the new autonomous degree programmes will be as prescribed by the college. Interested candidates should check the official degree portal for current fee schedules.

Application Portal: https://fceyoladegree.com.ng/portal/application 

Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for the most current and officially confirmed school fees schedule.

Cut-off Mark

Note: Candidates are advised to score significantly higher than the minimum cut-off to improve their chances of admission, especially for competitive courses .

Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for the most current and officially confirmed cut-off marks.

Post-UTME / Screening Information

FCE Yola conducts Post-UTME screening for eligible NCE and degree candidates.

• Screening application is typically online via the college portal

• Candidates are required to upload O’Level results and other credentials

• The aggregate score is calculated by combining JAMB and Post-UTME scores 

• Physical screening may be required for document verification

NCE Admission List: The 2024/2025 NCE Admission List is available for viewing on the official website .

Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for the most current Post-UTME dates and requirements.

Hostel / Accommodation

Information on hostel accommodation at FCE Yola is not readily available from official sources. The college may provide on-campus accommodation for students, with preference typically given to fresh students and those from outside Adamawa State.

Please contact the college directly or visit the official website for the most current hostel fees and accommodation application procedures.

Notable Alumni

Federal College of Education, Yola has produced “uncountable VIPs who have made their marks nationally and internationally” since its establishment in 1974 .

Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for information on distinguished alumni.

Recruitment / Vacancies

FCE Yola occasionally advertises job vacancies for academic and non-academic staff positions. Interested candidates should:

• Monitor the official website: www.fceyola.edu.ng

• Check the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) recruitment portals

• Follow announcements from the Federal Ministry of Education

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Official Website and Portal Links

Portal Login Information:

• NCE Student Portal: Access via fceyola_nce.safrecords.com

• Degree Application Portal: fceyoladegree.com.ng/portal/application

• Support Email: srmssupport@flexisaf.com

Note: For students who were previously admitted via affiliation with the University of Maiduguri, separate arrangements may apply .

Contact Information

Federal College of Education, Yola (FCE Yola)
Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria
North-East Nigeria

Website: www.fceyola.edu.ng

Admissions Support Email: srmssupport@flexisaf.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is Federal College of Education, Yola located?
FCE Yola is located in Yola, Adamawa State, North-East Nigeria, between Yola town and Jimeta .

When was FCE Yola established?
The college was established in 1974 as an Advanced Teachers College and upgraded to a Federal College of Education in 1989 .

Does FCE Yola now offer degree programmes?
Yes. In December 2025, the NUC granted FCE Yola approval to run autonomous degree programmes under the Dual Mandate arrangement, effective from the 2025/2026 academic session .

How many degree courses are approved for FCE Yola?
The NUC approved 38 degree programmes, but only 14 courses will commence in the first phase for the 2025/2026 academic session .

What are the 14 approved degree courses at FCE Yola?
The 14 courses are: B.A. Ed Arabic Education, B.A. Ed English and Literary Studies, B.A. Ed Islamic Studies Education, B.Sc. Ed Biology Education, B.Sc. Ed Chemistry Education, B.Sc. Ed Health Education, B.Sc. Ed Mathematics Education, B.Sc. Ed Human Kinetics, B.Sc. Ed Agricultural Science Education, B.Sc. Ed Physics Education, B.A. Ed Hausa Languages Education, B.Ed Early Childhood Education, B.Sc. Ed Economics Education, and B.Sc. Ed Business Education (B.Sc. Ed Marketing) .

What is the JAMB cut-off mark for FCE Yola?
For NCE programmes, the cut-off mark is typically 120 . For degree programmes, check the official website for current requirements.

How do I apply for the degree programme at FCE Yola?
Visit the degree application portal at fceyoladegree.com.ng/portal/application. Ensure you choose from the 14 approved courses .

Can I change my institution or course to FCE Yola?
Yes. Candidates who need to change their institution or course should do so at any JAMB-accredited centre to align with FCE Yola’s approved programmes .

How many NCE students are currently at FCE Yola?
As of the 2024/2025 session, there were 5,997 NCE students enrolled across Levels 1-3 and spill-over .

How do I check my NCE admission status?
The NCE admission list for 2024/2025 is available on the official admissions page at www.fceyola.edu.ng/admissions.php .

How do I contact FCE Yola for support?
For admissions portal support, email srmssupport@flexisaf.com .

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