If you are a fresher or returning student planning on resuming the 2025/2026 Academic session at the Nigerian Maritime University, you must know the NMU school fees.
Knowing the fees will help you budget and plan adequately, as the fees depend on your chosen course of study, and also on whether you're a new or returning student.
We've made a detailed breakdown of what to expect from the NMU school fees 2025/2026 schedule.
NMU School Fees 2025/2026 Schedule for All Levels
The fees vary across levels but follow a clear pattern for the three main faculties: Engineering, Environmental Management, and Transport.
Here is a breakdown of the NMU school fees 2025/2026 academic session;
Faculty | Department | 100 Level | 200 Level | 300 Level | 400 Level | 500 Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Engineering | ₦192,000.00 | ₦137,000.00 | ₦137,000.00 | ₦142,000.00 | ₦167,000.00 | |
Environmental Management | Marine Geology | Nil | Nil | ₦137,000.00 | ₦142,000.00 | Nil |
Other Departments | ₦192,000.00 | ₦137,000.00 | ₦137,000.00 | ₦142,000.00 | ₦167,000.00 | |
Transport | ₦192,000.00 | ₦137,000.00 | ₦142,000.00 | ₦167,000.00 | Nil |
Other Charges Students Should Note
Students must pay extra charges to support services and activities on campus. Each payment has its own account. Below are the charges:
The consultancy Unit handles the Uniform and life vests.
Faculty dues and Departmental Dues are paid into the University Remita Account.
A Medical Service Fee of ₦5,000 covers the student insurance scheme.
For new hostel accommodation, ₦80,000 is paid into the New Hostel Remita Account.
For old hostel accommodation, ₦60,000 is paid into the University Remita Account.
An SMS fee of ₦3,000 is paid into the University Remita Account.
For Students' welfare insurance, ₦5,000 is paid through the University Remita Account.
Sport dues of ₦10,000 are paid into the University Remita Account.
The acceptance fee of ₦70,000 for all New 100 level students is paid into the University Remita Account.
How to Pay NMU School Fees Online
Follow these steps to make a payment:
Log in to the official website of the school at www.nmu.edu.ng
Click on the payment or student portal section.
Input your Matric Number or JAMB Registration Number if you are a new student.
Select School fees from the list of available payment options.
Select your correct faculty, programme and level so that the right fee amount will appear.
Confirm that the amount displayed matches the approved school fees schedule.
Click on the "Pay Now" button to generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR)
Copy and download the RRR for easy access.
Select your Preferred payment method, Online Payment or Bank Payment.
After payment, return to the NMU portal to confirm and validate your payment.
Print your Payment Receipt and keep it safe because you will need it for clearance and registration.
Note: If you choose online payment, follow the prompt to pay using your ATM card (MasterCard, Verve, or Visa).
If you choose bank payment, take your RRR to any commercial bank and pay over the counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How Much is the Nigerian Maritime University Acceptance Fee?
A: An acceptance fee of ₦70,000.00 is to be paid by all fresh students (100 Level) into the University Remita account.
Q: How Much is Hostel Accommodation?
A: Hostel charges generally include:
New hostel: approx. ₦80,000 per session.
Old hostel: approx. ₦60,000 per session.
Q: Do Returning Students pay the same fees as Fresh Students?
A: No. Returning students usually pay lower tuition than 100 Level students, and they do not pay the acceptance fee.
Q: How Do I pay NMU School Fees?
A: Payments are generally made through the NMU Remita platform using an RRR (Remita Retrieval Reference) generated on the university portal. Faculty and departmental dues are also paid into specified Remita accounts.
Q: Are the Fees the same for all Faculties?
A: No. While similar, fees can vary slightly based on faculty (Engineering, Environmental Management, Transport). Some departments may have unique charges.
