FUMHSF
Federal University of Health Sciences Funtua – FUMHSF

The Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Funtua (FUMHSF) is a specialized federal university established to provide education, training, and research in medical and health sciences in Nigeria. The institution was created by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 2023 to expand access to medical education and strengthen the healthcare workforce in the country.

The university is designed to serve as a centre of excellence in medical and health sciences education, focusing on training highly skilled healthcare professionals and promoting innovative research aimed at improving healthcare delivery. The institution also aims to contribute to national development by producing graduates who can address healthcare challenges in Nigeria and across Africa.

FUMHSF operates with modern teaching facilities and research centers focused on areas such as community health, applied neurosciences, and non-communicable diseases.

Location

Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences
Funtua – Birnin Gwari Road
Funtua
Katsina State
Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges / Schools

  • Faculty of Medicine

  • Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

  • Faculty of Science

List of Courses Offered by FUMHSF

Undergraduate Programmes

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)

  • B.Sc. Human Nutrition and Dietetics

  • B.Sc. Environmental Health Sciences

  • B.Sc. Occupational Therapy

  • B.Sc. Speech-Language Therapy

  • B.NSc. Nursing Science

  • B.Sc. Public Health

  • B.Sc. Medical Physics

  • B.Sc. Biotechnology

  • Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)

Admission Forms/Requirements

FUMHS Funtua Post-UTME 2026/2027: Cut-Off Mark, Eligibility and Registration

The Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences (FUMHS), Funtua, Katsina State, has commenced its 2026/2027 Post-UTME online screening registration for eligible candidates seeking admission into its various programmes. The registration exercise is scheduled to run from Wednesday, 30 September to Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

The screening is open to candidates who selected FUMHS Funtua as their first-choice institution in the 2026 UTME and obtained the prescribed minimum UTME score for their chosen programme. Candidates are required to create an account, complete the screening form, generate a Remita invoice and pay the ₦2,000 screening fee before uploading the required documents and submitting the application.

Applicants are required to provide their JAMB Result Slip, O’Level Result (WAEC, NECO or NABTEB), and Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age. Candidates must also upload their O’Level results on both the University admission portal and JAMB CAPS Portal. The screening will be conducted completely online, with no physical screening at this stage.

Candidates should complete their applications through the FUMHS admission portal and ensure that all information supplied is accurate and verifiable. The University warned that late registration will not be considered and clarified that participation in the screening exercise does not guarantee admission, as admission remains subject to the approved requirements, available spaces and applicable regulations.

School Fees

  • Medicine and Dentistry programmes: ₦273,000 per session

  • Nursing and Allied Health Sciences programmes: ₦263,000 per session

Cut-off Mark

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Hostel / Accommodation

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Notable Alumni

FUMHSF was established in 2023 and only commenced its first academic session in 2025, with its initial undergraduate programmes. It therefore does not yet have a substantial body of graduates from which widely recognised notable alumni can be identified.

Official Website/Login Portal Links

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

Admissions Page
https://fumhsf.edu.ng/study/admissions

Application Portal
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Contact Information

Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences
Funtua – Birnin Gwari Road
Funtua, Katsina State
Nigeria

Email: info@fumhsf.edu.ng

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Funtua located?

The university is located along the Funtua–Birnin Gwari Road in Funtua, Katsina State, Nigeria.

What courses are offered at FUMHSF?

The university offers programmes in medicine and health sciences including MBBS, Nursing Science, Public Health, Biotechnology, Medical Physics, and Physiotherapy.

Does FUMHSF conduct Post-UTME screening?

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How can I apply for admission to FUMHSF?

Candidates must register for UTME, choose the university as their first choice, and follow the admission process through the university’s admission portal.

When was the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Funtua established?

The university was established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 2023.