The University of Cross River State begins the 2025/2026 academic session by releasing its schedule for school fee payment for all students. The fees cover all academic costs, which include tuition, registration fees, examination fees, library access, medical fees, etc.
There is always a difference in price for different courses and programmes across the university, also students who are indigenes of the state pay a little lower fees than what non indigines pay.
UNICROSS Official School Fees 2025/2026 Academic Session
Newly Admitted Students:
FACULTY | INDIGINES | NON INDIGINES |
|---|---|---|
Faculty of Agriculture | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Engineering | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Environmental Sciences | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Communication & Media Studies | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Education | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Science | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Arts & Humanities | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Management Sciences | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences | 167,160 | 193,246 |
Returning Students:
FACULTY | INDIGINES | NON INDIGINES |
|---|---|---|
Faculty of Agriculture | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Engineering | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Environmental Sciences | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Communication & Media Studies | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Education | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Science | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Arts & Humanities | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Management Sciences | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences | 167,760 | 193,246 |
Other Student Charges:
FEES | AMOUNT |
|---|---|
Matriculation Fee | 10,000 |
Medical Screening Fee | 15,225 |
ICT charge | 1,500 |
Access charge | 2,030 |
Branded File | 1,000 |
Portal charge | 2,000 |
How to Pay UNICROSS School Fees 2025/2026 Academic Session
Visit the portal.unicross.edu.ng
Log in using your JAMB Reg and password (freshmen), returning students, use your matriculation number and password.
Click on "Get SPC" (Student Payment Code) if you do not have it, which is required for all payments.
Select the session and fee type, then click "Proceed" to generate an RRR invoice.
Make payment online or by visiting any commercial bank with the RRR invoice printed from the university site.
After payment, return to the portal to confirm your payment.
Print your official receipt
Note: The system allows for instalment payments (Half Payment) for those who cannot pay the full amount at once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is there a difference in fees between faculties?
A. No, the tuition and administrative fees are standardised across all faculties (Engineering, Science, Arts, etc.).
Q. What is the current Acceptance Fee for new students?
A. The non refundable acceptance fee is 25,000 Naira.
Q. Can I pay my school fees in instalments?
A. Yes, the portal allows for a "Half Payment" option for the first semester, provided the balance is cleared before second semester exams.
Q. I paid, but the portal is still showing "Not Paid." What should I do?
A. Wait 24 hours for the system to sync. If it persists, take your Remita receipt to the ICT department or the Faculty Finance Officer for manual verification.
Q. Is the hostel fee included in the school fees?
A. No, hostel fee is a separate payment from school fees.
Q. What happens if I don't pay my fees before exams?
A. UNICROSS maintains a strict "No Fees, No Exam" policy. You will not be allowed to enter the exam hall without a verified fee receipt.
Q. Is the NELFUND loan available for UNICROSS students?
A. Yes, the Vice Chancellor has officially encouraged students to apply for the Federal Government student loan to cover their fees.
Q. Must I pay the matriculation fee separately?
A. Yes, for the 2025/2026 session, there is a mandatory 10,000 Naira matriculation/gown fee payable via the Sundry Charges portal.
