The University of Jos (UNIJOS) is a federal university located in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. The university was established in 1975 as a campus of the University of Ibadan before it became an independent institution in 1976.

Since gaining autonomy, UNIJOS has grown into one of Nigeria’s well-known universities, offering a wide range of academic programmes across several disciplines including sciences, social sciences, humanities, engineering, medicine, and environmental sciences. The university is recognized for its research contributions, academic excellence, and diverse student population drawn from across Nigeria and beyond.

The institution continues to play an important role in developing skilled professionals and advancing research in different fields.

Location

University of Jos
Jos
Plateau State
Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges / Schools

The University of Jos operates several faculties and schools including:

• Faculty of Agriculture

• Faculty of Arts

• Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

• Faculty of Clinical Sciences

• Faculty of Education

• Faculty of Engineering

• Faculty of Environmental Sciences

• Faculty of Law

• Faculty of Management Sciences

• Faculty of Natural Sciences

• Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

• Faculty of Social Sciences

• Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

List of Courses Offered by University of Jos (UNIJOS)

Some of the major undergraduate programmes offered at the University of Jos include:

• Accounting

• Agriculture

• Animal Production

• Architecture

• Biochemistry

• Building

• Business Administration

• Chemistry

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Science

• Criminology and Security Studies

• Economics

• Education and Biology

• Education and Chemistry

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• English Language

• Environmental Management

• Estate Management

• Geography and Planning

• Geology and Mining

• History and International Studies

• Human Anatomy

• Human Physiology

• Law

• Library and Information Science

• Linguistics

• Mass Communication

• Mathematics

• Mechanical Engineering

• Medicine and Surgery

• Microbiology

• Nursing Science

• Pharmacy

• Physics

• Political Science

• Psychology

• Public Administration

• Sociology

• Statistics

• Veterinary Medicine

• Zoology

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate Admission

• Candidates must sit for the UTME conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

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

• Candidates must select the University of Jos as their preferred institution during UTME registration.

• Applicants must participate in the UNIJOS Post-UTME screening exercise conducted by the university.

Admissions portal
https://portal.unijos.edu.ng/Account/CheckAdmission

School Fees

The  school fees for undergraduate students vary depending on programme and faculty.

• Fresh students: approximately ₦130,000 – ₦160,000 per session depending on programme.

• Returning students: approximately ₦100,000 – ₦130,000 per session.

Cut-off Mark

The  minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 180 for eligibility to participate in the UNIJOS admission screening exercise. Competitive programmes such as Medicine, Pharmacy, and Engineering may require higher scores.

Hostel / Accommodation

The University of Jos provides on-campus hostel accommodation for students.

The last known hostel accommodation fee ranges approximately between ₦25,000 – ₦40,000 per session depending on the hall of residence and available facilities. Hostel allocation is typically processed through the student portal after payment of the required accommodation fee.

Academic Calendar

UNIJOS Academic Calendar 2026/2027 for Undergraduate Students

The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has released its approved academic calendar for undergraduate students for the 2026/2027 academic session. The calendar, approved by the University Senate on Friday, 30 October 2026, outlines the schedules for registration, lectures, examinations, matriculation, holidays and other academic activities across both semesters.

The first semester will begin with online registration for new students on Monday, 2 November 2026, while returning students will commence registration on Monday, 9 November 2026. Lectures for all students are scheduled to begin on Monday, 16 November 2026. The second semester will commence on Monday, 19 April 2027.

First Semester Schedule

Date	Academic activity
2 November 2026	Online registration for new students
9 November 2026	Registration of returning students; proposed convocation activities begin
14 November 2026	Proposed convocation activities end
16 November 2026	First-semester lectures begin for all students
23 November 2026	Late registration begins
27 November 2026	Registration closes for all students
21 December 2026 – 1 January 2027	Christmas break
4 January 2027	Lectures resume
28 January 2027	Matriculation of new students
27 February 2027	First-semester lectures and revision end
1 March 2027	First-semester examinations begin
10–11 March 2027	Eid-el-Fitr break
19 March 2027	Examinations continue
26–29 March 2027	Easter break
30 March 2027	First-semester examinations end
31 March – 11 April 2027	Compilation and submission of results
5 April 2027	Industrial attachment and teaching practice begin
12 April 2027	Faculty meeting to consider first-semester results
15 April 2027	Senate meeting to consider and approve first-semester results
14 May 2027	Teaching practice ends

Second Semester Schedule

Date	Academic activity
19 April 2027	Second-semester lectures begin
17–18 May 2027	Eid-el-Kabir break
19 May 2027	Lectures resume
24 July 2027	Second-semester lectures and revision end
26 July 2027	Second-semester examinations begin
14 August 2027	Second-semester examinations end
16–27 August 2027	Compilation and submission of results
23 August – 3 October 2027	Academic staff leave
30 August 2027	Faculty meeting to consider second-semester results
2 September 2027	Senate meeting to consider and approve second-semester results
18 September 2027	Industrial attachment ends
4 October 2027	Lectures begin for the 2027/2028 academic session

The calendar was signed by Professor John D. Mawak, Director of the Directorate of Academic Planning and Management. Students are advised to take note of the dates and plan their academic activities accordingly.

Notice Board

UNIJOS 134th Inaugural Lecture Scheduled for November 10, 2026

The University of Jos (UNIJOS), Plateau State, has announced its 134th Inaugural Lecture, inviting members of the academic community, students and the general public to attend. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, 10 November 2026, and will be chaired by the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tanko Ishaya.

The lecture will be delivered by Professor Monica Clarkson Gajere, a Professor of Strategic Management and Organisational Behaviour in the Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management Sciences, UNIJOS. Her lecture is titled “When Planning Stops Working: Rethinking and Reframing Strategy, Behaviour and Decision-Making in a World of Open-Ended Change and the Nigerian Paradox of Competent Failure.”

The event will commence at 3:00 p.m. prompt at the Aliyu Akwe Doma Indoor Theatre, near the Faculty of Arts, Naraguta Campus, University of Jos. The lecture is expected to examine strategic management, organisational behaviour and decision-making in changing environments, with particular attention to challenges within the Nigerian context.

Members of the university community and the general public are encouraged to attend and be seated before the scheduled commencement time. The inaugural lecture forms part of the university’s academic lecture series and provides an opportunity for scholarly discussion on strategy, leadership and organisational decision-making.

Notable Alumni

Some notable alumni of the University of Jos include:

• Yakubu Dogara – lawyer, politician and former Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives.

• Ali Nuhu – actor, filmmaker and Managing Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation.

• Jim Iyke (James Ikechukwu Esomugha) – Nigerian actor and entrepreneur.

• Lateef Fagbemi, SAN – Senior Advocate of Nigeria and Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice.

• Kayode Ajulo, SAN – lawyer, human rights activist and Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice of Ondo State.

• Solomon Dalung – lawyer, former university lecturer and former Minister of Youth and Sports Development.

• Helon Habila – Nigerian novelist and literary scholar.

• Aramide (Aramide Sarumoh) – Nigerian singer and songwriter.

• Esther Ibanga – pastor, peace activist and founder of Women Without Walls Initiative.

• Rochas Okorocha – former Governor of Imo State and former Senator representing Imo West.

• Viola Onwuliri – professor of biochemistry and former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.

• Andrew Agwunobi – physician and healthcare executive who has served as interim president of the University of Connecticut.

• John O. Agwunobi – physician and business executive, former CEO of Herbalife Nutrition.

• Charity Angya – academic and former Vice-Chancellor of Benue State University.

Official Website/Login Portal Links

Official Website
https://www.unijos.edu.ng/

Student Portal
https://portal.unijos.edu.ng/

Academics Information
https://www.unijos.edu.ng/unijos-academics

Recruitment Portal
https://www.unijos.edu.ng/recruitment

Admission Status Portal
https://portal.unijos.edu.ng/Account/CheckAdmission

Contact Information

University of Jos
Jos
Plateau State
Nigeria

Phone: +234-73-452-461 (last known)

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the University of Jos located?

The University of Jos is located in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria.

When was the University of Jos established?

The University of Jos was established in 1975 and became an independent university in 1976.

What courses are offered at UNIJOS?

The university offers programmes in agriculture, engineering, sciences, law, medicine, social sciences, management sciences, and humanities.

Does UNIJOS conduct Post-UTME screening?

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

What is the cut-off mark for UNIJOS?

The  minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 180.