The cost of running a Postgraduate programme in Nnamdi Azikiwe University when compared to other schools of postgraduate studies is actually very affordable. UNIZIK postgraduate application is carried out online without necessarily having to physically visit the school until you are required to sit for the entrance examination. Now you can get all information about the total cost of running a PGD or Masters degree or PHD programme in UNIZIK by simply visiting the university’s official website.
The Nnamdi Azikiwe University is practically one of the best universities in Nigeria with the best school of postgraduate studies. It is the reason the institution get more than required number of applicants for admission into her postgraduate school every academic session.
Many PG applicants have been searching for valuable info as regards the cost of running a postgraduate programmes in UNIZIK in order to make available, funds to cater for this project but have met a brickwall. With the information I will be providing you here on this site, you will be able to make a very conclusive decision on how much to budget for running your postgraduate programme at UNIZIK as a FRESH PG STUDENTS ONLY. The cost would contain cost of UNIZIK postgraduate admission form, school fees, acceptance fee, hostel accommodation fee as well as any necessary fees or charges you might incur during the application or registration process.
UNIZIK (students of UNIZIK) are proud of the school because of the quality of knowledge and quality of lecturers the school have at their possession. Cost of postgraduate studies in UNIZIK is very affordable despite their standard of education. Now I will be breaking down the costs you will expect to incur should you run your Masters degree, PGD or PHD programme in UNIZIK,
1) Cost of UNIZIK postgraduate admission form.
2) School fees (the school fee may vary from one department to another)
3) UNIZIK postgraduate Acceptance Fee
4) Cost of hostel accommodation (Inside campus and off campus)
5) Cost of living.
Cost of Postgraduate Programmes In Nnamdi Azikiwe University
1) Cost of Postgraduate Admission Form
This is the first and most important cost any postgraduate applicant must be ready to incur. It is the form that determines whether you are eligible for your choice of PG course in UNIZIK or not. To be eligible for obtaining UNIZIK PG form, you must have the following:
a) Be a graduate of university or polytechnic that is recognized by the Senate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University.
b) You must have obtained your NYSC discharge certificate.
Above all, you must meet the Nnamdi Azikiwe University postgraduate admission requirements to be eligible to purchase the PG admission form.
The cost of UNIZIK postgraduate admission form for academic masters programmes is thirteen thousand Naira (N13,000), while the cost of form for professional masters programmes is eighteen thousand Naira (N18,000). Postgraduate applicants for Master degree and
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) shall pay an extra fee of three thousand Naira (N3,000) for test of
proficiency in English Language.
Postgraduate Acceptance Fee
This is practically the first payment to be paid by all newly admitted PG students in all departments. It is a uniform fee for all new postgraduate students. It forms a part of the cost of running your postgraduate programme at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University. It is a one off fee. That is, to be paid once. It is a fee to accept the provisional admission from UNIZIK postgraduate school. Failure to pay this fee as and when due means automatic forfeiture of your admission. UNIZIK postgraduate admission fee is 20,400 Naira.
Postgraduate School Fees
School fees at UNIZIK school of postgraduate studies may differ from one department to another. UNIZIK postgraduate school fees is quite affordable. Fees are paid per semester so this depends on whether you are running a part time or full-time programme. Ideally, UNIZIK postgraduate school fees is within the range of 120,000 to 170,000 per semester. It all depends on your course and programme.
Hostel Accommodation Fee
Housing in Delta state is quite cheap. Ideally, accommodation within the school area is a bit more expensive than those farther from the institution. Oftentimes, postgraduate students prefer a room self-contain a very ideal self-contain apartment around the Nnamdi Azikiwe University costs between 70,000 to 100,000 Naira per annum. Of course a room and parlour or two rooms would cost more, usually within the range of 20,000 to 30,000 Naira more for each additional room. Then if you would prefer staying within the school campus, you can either get staff quarters or postgraduate hostel accommodation. They are cheaper. Usually based on first come first serve basis.
Cost of Living (Feeding and Transportation)
This summarizes the overall cost of running a postgraduate course in UNIZIK. The general cost of living in Delta state is low. Transportation is very affordable, most commuters pay within the range of 50 Naira from their location to the school. Also, school shuttles are made readily available to convey students from one location to another at a uniform price usually not above 50 Naira too. Feeding, which is not only cheap but fresh, affordable and readily available farm produce at the best possible prices makes schooling and working even more fun.
In summary, the estimated cost of running a postgraduate programme in the Nnamdi Azikiwe University is as follows:
- Cost of Postgraduate Admission Form – 11,000
- PG Acceptance Fee – Between 16,500 to 20,000 (Please verify before payment)
- School Fees for Fresh PG Students – Fees cost between N115,200 and N117,200 ( This includes all fees and charges) However, PGD programmes school fees costs around 75,200 including all fees and charges.
- Hostel Accommodation – Between N70,000 and N100,000 (Estimated)
- Logistics (Transportation) – 10,000 per month
- Feeding – 20,000 per month
If you are to sum up the above, your estimated cost of running a postgraduate programme in the Nnamdi Azikiwe University would cost you at least between 300,000 to 350,000 Naira for fresh students who prefer staying off campus. PG students who would rather remain in the school’s facility would spend around 250,000 Naira.
Do not forget the fact that you still need to make provisions for some unforeseen expenses which may not have been listed here, however the difference in the fees wouldn’t be so much.
You could send your comments and opinions as regards your experience as it relates to costs expended as a postgraduate student at the Nnamdi Azikiwe University or any other school of postgraduate studies so other aspiring students can gain.
