The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) is a federal university located in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The university was originally established in 1983 as the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). In 1991, it was taken over by the Federal Government of Nigeria and renamed the University of Uyo.

Since becoming a federal institution, UNIUYO has expanded significantly in terms of academic programmes, infrastructure, and student population. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across disciplines such as sciences, engineering, social sciences, arts, management sciences, education, and health sciences.

The institution is known for its commitment to academic excellence, research, and producing graduates equipped for national development.

Location

University of Uyo
Uyo
Akwa Ibom State
Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges / Schools

The University of Uyo operates several faculties and colleges 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 Studies

• Faculty of Law

• Faculty of Pharmacy

• Faculty of Science

• Faculty of Social Sciences

• Faculty of Management Sciences

• College of Health Sciences

List of Courses Offered by University of Uyo (UNIUYO)

Some of the major undergraduate programmes offered at UNIUYO include:

• Accounting

• Agricultural Economics and Extension

• Agriculture

• Architecture

• Banking and Finance

• Biochemistry

• Botany

• Building

• Business Management

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Science

• Communication Arts

• Economics

• Education and Biology

• Education and Chemistry

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• English Language

• Estate Management

• Geography and Regional Planning

• Geology

• History and International Studies

• Human Anatomy

• Law

• Library and Information Science

• Linguistics

• Marketing

• Mass Communication

• Mathematics

• Mechanical Engineering

• Medicine and Surgery

• Microbiology

• Nursing Science

• Pharmacy

• Physics

• Political Science

• Psychology

• Public Administration

• Sociology and Anthropology

• Statistics

• Theatre Arts

Admission Requirements

UNIUYO 2026/2027 Undergraduate Supplementary Admission

The University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Akwa Ibom State, has commenced its 2026/2027 supplementary Post-UTME admission exercise for candidates who scored 150 and above in the 2026 UTME but could not secure admission into their first-choice programmes. Eligible candidates who participated in the university’s Post-UTME screening can apply for other available programmes that match their UTME subject combinations and O’Level requirements.

Registration will run from Monday, 19 October, to Sunday, 25 October 2026. Candidates should review the available supplementary programmes and their specific admission requirements before applying. To begin, visit the UNIUYO admission portal, select Supplementary Admission under Registration, choose a preferred programme and submit the application. Applicants should print their Supplementary Admission Notification Slip for future reference.

Before completing the application, candidates must change their preferred programme on JAMB CAPS. The university states that applicants who fail to make this change will be unable to complete their supplementary admission applications. Candidates must also ensure that their WAEC, NECO or other applicable O’Level results have been uploaded to the JAMB portal through a JAMB-approved CBT centre. Those offered admission must accept their offers within one week, as failure to do so may result in the offer being withdrawn and affect their eligibility for future admission.

UNIUYO has warned candidates against admission fraud, stating that it does not operate through individual admission agents or sales representatives. Applicants should avoid unauthorised intermediaries and payments into personal accounts. Eligible candidates are advised to complete their applications before the 25 October 2026 deadline. For further enquiries, visit the university’s official website or contact the Admissions Unit on 07088797943.

School Fees

The last known school fees for undergraduate students vary depending on programme:

• Standard programmes: approximately ₦113,600 per session

• Professional courses (Engineering, Law, Pharmacy): approximately ₦138,600 per session

• Health/clinical programmes: approximately ₦173,600 per session

Additional charges such as ICT, medical, and departmental fees may apply.

Cut-off Mark

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 140 – 150, depending on the admission year. Competitive courses such as Medicine, Law, Pharmacy, and Nursing require significantly higher scores (often 200 and above).

Hostel / Accommodation

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

The last known hostel accommodation fee ranges between ₦15,000 – ₦60,000 per session, depending on the hostel type and facilities.

Hostel allocation is usually processed through the student portal after payment of required fees.

Academic Calendar

UNIUYO Academic Calendars for 2025/2026 and 2026/2027

The Senate of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO) has approved the academic calendars for the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 academic sessions. The approval was reached at the Senate’s 141st meeting held on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, according to an internal memorandum signed by the Registrar and Secretary to Senate, Mrs Blossom E. Okorie.

The approved schedule outlines the dates for examinations, registration, lectures, continuous assessment tests, orientation, matriculation, vacation and other academic activities. The full schedule is presented below.

Date	Academic activity
16 September 2026	End of second-semester examinations for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 sessions
17 September – 30 October 2026	Long vacation and retake examinations
2 November 2026	Commencement of the first semester for the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 academic sessions
2–7 November 2026	31st and 32nd Convocation Ceremony
2–20 November 2026	Registration without penalty
23 November – 4 December 2026	Late registration with penalty
2 November – 18 December 2026	Lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students
30 November – 4 December 2026	First Continuous Assessment Exercise
7–11 December 2026	Orientation for new students
11 December 2026	Matriculation Ceremony
21 December 2026 – 22 January 2027	Christmas vacation
25 January – 5 March 2027	Resumption of lectures after the Christmas break
8–12 March 2027	Second Continuous Assessment Exercise
5 April – 14 May 2027	First-semester examinations
17 May 2027	Commencement of the second semester
17 May – 30 July 2027	Second-semester lectures
16 August – 17 September 2027	Second-semester examinations
20 September – 29 October 2027	Long vacation and retake examinations

The university management has urged staff, students and members of the university community to take note of the approved schedule and comply with the dates provided.

Notice Board

UNIUYO SUG Issues Updates on Hostel Accommodation and Resumption

The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the University of Uyo (UNIUYO), through its Directorate of Information and Public Relations, has released additional updates concerning hostel accommodation, screening and other resumption activities for fresh and returning students. The union confirmed that hostel applications have been extended to accommodate fresh students and other interested applicants.

Fresh students must pay their school fees before applying for hostel accommodation and use their University Registration Numbers instead of their JAMB Registration Numbers. Bed space allocation for fresh and returning students will begin after the ongoing hostel renovations are completed, with successful applicants to receive notifications by email. Students are also advised to take their application selfies against a plain white or light-coloured background, ensuring their faces are clearly visible.

The Directorate clarified that screening for newly admitted students has not commenced, adding that screening dates may differ across faculties. Fresh students are therefore advised to follow their respective faculty communication channels for updates. Students seeking library cards are required to provide two passport photographs and pay ₦500, while applications for identity cards are handled at the Identity Management Unit, ICT Centre, beside Nyong Essien Library, Town Campus. Applicants must provide their University Registration Numbers.

The union also announced that the orientation programme for fresh students will hold from 7 to 11 December 2026, while the matriculation ceremony is scheduled for 18 December 2026. Students are advised to take note of the updates and follow official university and faculty communication channels for further information.

UNIUYO Announces Online Payment Procedure for Project Binding

The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) has announced an online procedure for students who wish to bind their academic projects through the university’s printing press. The process requires students to submit their project details and complete payments through the official UniUyo Printing Press website.

Students are required to visit www.uniuyoprintingpress.com and register as new users. After registration, they must verify their accounts through the link sent to their email addresses. Those who do not receive the verification email in their inboxes are advised to check their spam folders.

After verifying their accounts, students should log in with their email addresses and passwords, access the dashboard, select PROJECT BINDING, and click on REQUEST BINDING. They will then be required to provide their project details, including the project title, degree and other relevant information, before selecting a preferred payment option and completing the transaction.

The university stated that project binding costs ₦1,500 per copy, with the total payment depending on the number of copies required. Students who need further information or assistance can contact the UniUyo Printing Press on 08137048047 or 07040348065, or visit the official website for the online payment process.

UNIUYO Graduation Gown Fees for 31st and 32nd Combined Convocation

The University of Uyo (UNIUYO), Akwa Ibom State, has announced the approved fees for hiring and purchasing graduation gowns ahead of its 31st and 32nd Combined Convocation Ceremony, scheduled for 9–14 November 2026.

In a press release issued on 26 October 2026, the university’s Directorate of Information and Public Relations stated that the approved charges cover different categories of graduands. The announcement is intended to guide graduating students as they prepare for the forthcoming ceremonies.

Graduands are advised to follow the university’s official instructions regarding gown hiring, purchase and payment procedures. They should also confirm the applicable fees for their respective categories before making payments.

The specific fee amounts and payment details were not included in the information provided. Graduands should consult the university’s official communication channels for the complete schedule of charges and further instructions ahead of the convocation ceremony.

Notable Alumni

Some notable alumni of the University of Uyo include:

• Onofiok Luke – lawyer, politician and former Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly.
• Bassey Albert Akpan – politician and former Senator representing Akwa Ibom North-East.
• Ini Edo – actress, filmmaker and entrepreneur.
• Ime Bishop Umoh – actor and comedian.
• Inibehe Effiong – human rights lawyer and social commentator.
• John Amanam – sculptor and hyper-realistic prosthetic artist.
• Michael Enyong – politician and former member of the House of Representatives.
• John James Akpan Udo-Edehe – politician and former Secretary to the Government of Akwa Ibom State.
• Valerie Ebe – lawyer and politician.
• Emem Alban – businesswoman and agronomist.
• El Mafrex – gospel musician and songwriter.
• Aniebiet Inyang Ntui – professor, librarian and former University Librarian of the University of Calabar.

Official Website/Login Portal Links

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

Student Portal
https://students.uniuyo.edu.ng/

iPortals
https://uniuyo.edu.ng/iportals/

Admissions Portal
https://admissions.uniuyo.edu.ng/

Undergraduate Admissions
https://uniuyo.edu.ng/undergraduate-admissions/

College of Health Sciences
https://uniuyo.edu.ng/college-of-health-sciences/

Contact Information

University of Uyo
Uyo
Akwa Ibom State
Nigeria

Phone: +234-802-000-0000 (last known)

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the University of Uyo located?

The university is located in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.

When was UNIUYO established?

The University of Uyo was established in 1983 and became a federal university in 1991.

What courses are offered at UNIUYO?

UNIUYO offers programmes in engineering, sciences, medicine, law, social sciences, management sciences, education, and arts, etc.

Does UNIUYO conduct Post-UTME screening?

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

What is the cut-off mark for UNIUYO?

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 140 – 150, depending on the admission year. Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.