Planning your university expenses is just as important as gaining admission. Knowing how much you'll pay for tuition, acceptance and accommodation before resumption can help you prepare financially and avoid unnecessary delays during registration.
Sule Lamido University (SLU), Kafin Hausa, has released the approved school fees schedule for the 2025/2026 academic session. The fees vary depending on whether you are a Jigawa State indigene, a non indigene or an international student. The university also provides scholarship support for eligible Jigawa State students.
Below is the complete breakdown of the SLU school fees for fresh and returning students, including acceptance fees, hostel charges, payment procedures and other important information you should know.
SLU School Fees 2025/2026
The amount you will pay at Sule Lamido University depends on:
Your course of study.
Whether you are a Jigawa State indigene.
Whether your programme is science or humanities.
Whether you require hostel accommodation.
School Fees at a Glance
Category | Humanities Based | Science Based |
|---|---|---|
Jigawa State Indigenes | ₦30,000 | ₦35,000 |
Non Indigenes | ₦60,000 | ₦70,000 |
Foreign Students | ₦100,000 | ₦120,000 |
SLU School Fees for Jigawa State Indigenes
The Jigawa State Government subsidises tuition for eligible indigenes.
Male indigenes are required to pay only 25% of the registration fee, while the State Scholarship Board pays the remaining 75% directly to the university after the scholarship is approved.
Amount Payable by Male Jigawa State Indigenes
Programme | Amount Payable |
|---|---|
Humanities Based Courses | ₦7,500 |
Science Based Courses | ₦8,750 |
Note: Female Jigawa State indigenes and physically challenged students from the state enjoy a 100% scholarship, provided they apply through the appropriate scholarship process.
SLU School Fees for Non Indigenes
Students who are not indigenes of Jigawa State are to pay the full approved tuition fees.
Programme | School Fees |
|---|---|
Humanities Based Courses | ₦60,000 |
Science Based Courses | ₦70,000 |
SLU School Fees for Foreign Students
International students are expected to pay the following fees:
Programme | School Fees |
|---|---|
Humanities Based Courses | ₦100,000 |
Science Based Courses | ₦120,000 |
SLU Acceptance Fee
All newly admitted undergraduate students must pay a non refundable acceptance fee of ₦2,000.
Payment of the acceptance fee confirms that you have accepted the provisional admission offered by the university.
After successful payment, you can proceed with the admission clearance and registration process.
SLU Hostel Accommodation Fee
Students who wish to stay in the university hostel are required to pay:
Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Hostel Accommodation | ₦10,000 |
Hostel accommodation is optional and is allocated based on who applies first, depending on the availability of bed spaces.
How to Pay SLU School Fees
Follow these steps to pay your school fees successfully:
Open the Student Portal: https://myslu.slu.edu.ng/ug/
Log in with your username and password.
Navigate to the Fees Payment section.
Generate your payment invoice.
Obtain the Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR).
Pay your fees online using your debit card or at any commercial bank through the Remita platform.
Return to the student portal after payment.
Confirm that your payment has been successfully processed.
Print your payment receipt.
Submit the receipt to the University Bursary Department for confirmation.
Make photocopies of the receipt for future reference.
How to Pay the SLU Acceptance Fee
If you have just been offered admission, follow these steps:
Visit the SLU Student Portal: https://myslu.slu.edu.ng/ug/
Authenticate your details using your Registration Number, JAMB Registration Number, State of Origin and Gender.
Log in using the username and password provided.
Update your profile, including your phone number and email address.
Generate and print your personalised payment form.
Pay the ₦2,000 acceptance fee through the Remita platform using your debit card or at a designated bank.
Log back into the student portal after payment.
Generate and print your Student Payment Receipt.
Print your admission letter and other admission documents.
Important Payment Information
Before making any payment, keep the following in mind:
Pay your fees only through the official SLU Student Portal and the approved Remita payment platform.
Ensure all information entered during payment is correct.
Keep both printed and electronic copies of your payment receipts.
Pay your fees early to avoid delays in course registration.
Hostel accommodation is optional and depends on bed space availability.
If you are eligible for a Jigawa State scholarship, complete the scholarship application process promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much are the SLU school fees for 2025/2026?
A: School fees range from ₦30,000 to ₦120,000, depending on your programme and whether you are a Jigawa State indigene, a non indigene or a foreign student.
Q: How much is the SLU acceptance fee?
A: Newly admitted students are required to pay a non refundable acceptance fee of ₦2,000.
Q: How much is the SLU hostel accommodation fee?
A: Hostel accommodation costs ₦10,000 per academic session and is allocated based on the availability of bed spaces.
Q: Where is Sule Lamido University located?
A: Sule Lamido University is located in Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State, Nigeria.
Q: Does SLU offer scholarships to Jigawa State indigenes?
A: Yes. Eligible Jigawa State indigenes receive scholarship support, with female indigenes and physically challenged students qualifying for full scholarships after applying through the State Scholarship Board.
Q: How can I pay my SLU school fees?
A: You can pay your fees through the official SLU Student Portal using the Remita platform, either online with a debit card or at a participating bank.
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