Understanding the school fees structure is one of the most important steps for students preparing to study at Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri. Before resumption and registration begin, both newly admitted and returning students are expected to know the exact amount payable for their programmes.

For the 2025/2026 academic session, the university has released the school fees schedule for both indigenes and non-indigenes of Imo State. Fees vary depending on the faculty and course of study.

The tables below provide a clear breakdown of the IMSU school fees for fresh and returning students.

IMSU School Fees for Non-Indigenes 2025/2026

Students who are not from Imo State usually pay higher tuition fees than indigenes. The exact amount depends on the faculty or course.

Faculty

School Fees (₦)

Faculty of Medicine

190,000

Faculty of Law

181,000

Faculty of Engineering

181,000

Faculty of Social Sciences

151,000

Faculty of Business Administration

151,000

Faculty of Education

151,000

Faculty of Humanities

151,000

Other Faculties

151,000

IMSU School Fees for Indigenes 2025/2026

For students who are indigenes of Imo State, tuition fees are significantly lower. In most cases, indigenes pay about half of the fees paid by non-indigenes.

Fee Description

Amount (₦)

Tuition Fee (Indigenes)

29,500

Students should note that additional institutional charges may still apply during registration.

Additional Charges Payable by All Students

Apart from the tuition fees listed above, both indigenes and non-indigenes are required to pay an additional charge.

Fee Type

Amount (₦)

Institutional / Ancillary Charges

19,500

Failure to pay the required fees within the specified period may prevent students from completing registration or sitting for examinations.

IMSU Acceptance Fee for New Students

All newly admitted candidates must pay a non-refundable acceptance fee to confirm their admission.

Fee Description

Amount (₦)

IMSU Acceptance Fee

70,000

Payment of the acceptance fee confirms that the candidate accepts the admission offer. Without this payment, the admission may not be recognised during clearance and registration.

How to Pay IMSU School Fees

Students can complete their school fee payment through the university portal by following these steps.

  1. Visit the official IMSU portal: https://imsuportal.urutechhub.com/

  2. Log in using your registered username and password

  3. Locate the school fees payment section

  4. Generate a payment invoice for the current academic session

  5. Make payment through the available options

  6. Confirm the payment on the portal

  7. Print your payment receipt for registration purposes

Students should always keep copies of payment receipts as they will be required during clearance and course registration.

Hostel Accommodation at IMSU

Students who wish to stay on campus can apply for hostel accommodation after completing their registration.

Hostel spaces are limited, so students are usually advised to apply early. Accommodation fees typically vary depending on the type of hostel and available facilities.

In most cases, hostel accommodation costs range between ₦20,000 and ₦40,000 per session.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much is IMSU school fees for the 2025/2026 session?
A: IMSU school fees vary by faculty. Non-indigenes generally pay between ₦151,000 and ₦190,000, while indigenes pay significantly lower tuition fees.

Q: What is the IMSU acceptance fee for newly admitted students?
A: Newly admitted students are required to pay an acceptance fee of ₦70,000 to confirm their admission.

Q: Can IMSU school fees be paid online?
A: Yes. Students can pay their fees through the official university portal after generating a payment invoice.

Q: Does IMSU provide hostel accommodation?
A: Yes. The university provides hostel accommodation, but spaces are limited. Students are advised to apply early after completing registration.

Q: Has IMSU released the academic calendar for 2025/2026?
A: Yes. The university has published the academic calendar outlining resumption dates, lectures, and examination periods for the session.

Q: What is the cut off mark for IMSU admission?
A: The general cut off mark for admission into Imo State University is 150, although some competitive courses may require higher scores.