Securing hostel accommodation is one of the first major steps for students preparing for campus life at Adekunle Ajasin University. Living inside the university environment gives students easier access to lecture halls, tutorials, libraries, and campus activities. It also helps freshers settle into academic life faster and build relationships with fellow students.

For the 2025/2026 academic session, AAUA has opened hostel accommodation applications for both new and returning students. However, priority is usually given to 100-level students and final-year students because of their academic needs and adjustment requirements.

Although hostel accommodation is optional, many freshers prefer staying on campus during their first year for convenience, security, and easier adaptation to university life. Since bed spaces are limited, allocation is strictly on a first come, first served basis.

AAUA Hostel Accommodation Fee 2025/2026

The approved hostel accommodation fee for the 2025/2026 academic session is shown below:

Accommodation Type

Amount

General Hostel Accommodation Fee

₦105,000 per session

Additional Hostel Payment Categories

Category

Amount

Male Hostel

₦8,000

Female Hostel

₦10,000

FDR Hostel

₦6,000

Important Notes About AAUA Hostel Accommodation

  • Hostel accommodation is available for both new and returning students.

  • Bed spaces are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis.

  • Freshers are strongly advised to stay on campus during their first year.

  • Students requesting hostel allocation must submit proof of payment to the Student Affairs Division.

  • Hostel accommodation remains optional, although highly recommended for new students.


How to Apply for AAUA Hostel Accommodation

Follow the steps below carefully to apply for hostel accommodation:

  1. Visit the AAUA hostel portal at hostel.aaua.edu.ng.

  2. Log in using:

    • Matric Number (for returning students), or

    • JAMB Registration Number (for new students).

  3. Select your current academic level.

  4. Complete the biodata form correctly.

  5. Pay the ₦1,000 hostel application form fee online through REMITA.

  6. Print out the completed application form after payment.

  7. If qualified for allocation, proceed to pay the hostel accommodation fee via REMITA.

  8. Print the hostel slip showing:

    • Hostel name

    • Room number

    • Bed space number

  9. Submit photocopies of:

    • Hostel application form

    • Hostel slip

    to the Hall Manager for verification.

Benefits of Staying in the AAUA Hostel

Students who stay inside the hostel enjoy several advantages, including:

  • Easy access to lecture halls and campus facilities

  • Better participation in tutorials and academic activities

  • Improved security within the campus environment

  • Reduced transportation stress and expenses

  • Faster adjustment for freshers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How much is the AAUA hostel accommodation fee for 2025/2026?
A: The approved AAUA hostel accommodation fee for the 2025/2026 academic session is ₦105,000 per session.

Q: Is hostel accommodation compulsory at AAUA?
A: No. Hostel accommodation is optional, although freshers are encouraged to stay on campus during their first year.

Q: Who gets priority during hostel allocation?
A: AAUA usually gives priority to freshers and final-year students during hostel allocation.

Q: How can I apply for AAUA hostel accommodation?
A: Students can apply through the AAUA hostel portal by completing the application form and making payment through REMITA.

Q: Is AAUA hostel allocation based on first come, first served?
A: Yes. Bed spaces are limited and allocated strictly on a first come, first served basis.

Q: Can returning students apply for hostel accommodation?
A: Yes. Both new and returning students are eligible to apply for hostel accommodation.

Q: What details are included on the hostel slip?
A: The hostel slip contains the hostel name, room number, and bed space number.

Q: What happens after printing the hostel slip?
A: Students must submit photocopies of the hostel application form and hostel slip to the Hall Manager for verification and clearance.