Most Expensive On-campus Hostels in Nigerian Universities

Accomodation is the one of the most vital needs required by everyone including students. When looking for an accommodation in the university, don’t just look at tuition, look closely at the hostel costs. At private schools, living expenses can match or exceed tuition. Note that public universities offer much cheaper options great if you’re budget‑conscious. If you’re paying private-school prices, pick a room type that suits your needs sharing helps save money. Always confirm current rates with the school, because prices change. This blog will provide you with information on the most expensive on-campus hostels in Nigerian universities.

Private Universities (On‑Campus Hostel Fees)

1. Baze University, Abuja – ₦1.6–2.4M per session (room used to cost ₦800K–1.2M before doubling in May 2024)

2. Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) – Super‑deluxe single goes for ₦850K/session

3. Babcock University – Deluxe tiers cost ₦700K–800K+

4. American University of Nigeria (AUN) – Shared (₦200K); private ₦760K)

5. Igbenedion University, Okada – Included in total fees of ₦540K–820K

6. Bowen University – ₦432K for triple‑room components

7. Lead City University – Not listed separately, but likely ₦700K–900K

8. Covenant University – Hostel adds ₦200K–400K on top of tuition covering other services

9. Pan‑Atlantic University – High tuition (~₦4M); hostels as of 2023 were ₦550K

10. Nile University, Abuja – Among the top‑fee private schools

11. Benson Idahosa University – Tuition ₦800K–900K; expect similar hostel fee

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12. Ajayi Crowther University – Total (tuition+hostel) ₦600K–700K/session

13. Igbinedion University – Tuition ₦500K–800K; included hostel in package

14. Elizade University – Tuition ₦800K–900K; expect high hostel

15. Salem University – Similar tuition range, likely similar hostel

16. Gregory University – ₦500K–1.5M tuition; quality hostels probable

17. Caleb University – Tuition ₦1.4M; hostels likely high

18. Augustine University – ₦200K–500K tuition

19. Bells University – ₦150K–600K tuition

20. Hallmark University – ₦250K–500K tuition

21. Landmark University – ₦300K–600K tuition

22. Madonna University – ₦200K–450K tuition

23. Redeemer’s University – ₦200K–550K tuition

24. Joseph Ayo Babalola University – ₦300K–550K tuition

25. African University of Science & Technology – ≥₦1M tuition hostel fee is inclusive.

These private schools all charge steep hostels, often hundreds of thousands per year, sometimes included in tuition, sometimes extra.

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Government‑Owned (Public) Universities

1. University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)

Female hostel: ₦25K–100K/session

Male: ₦20K/session

2. University of Ilorin (UI) – Single ~₦50K; double ~₦30K; quad ~₦20K

3. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU) – ₦7,500/session

4. UNIZIK – Std ₦40K; deluxe ₦50K/session

5. University of Ilorin – based on hostel listing, public ones are low cost

Other public universities (e.g., UNILORIN, EKSU, DELSU, KWASU, DSU) have on‑campus fees under ₦100K/session. UNILORIN increased to ₦72–88K/session

What Does This Means

If you have plans for a private university, expect ₦200K to ₦1M+ per session for on‑campus hostels luxurious rooms with A/C, en‑suite, security.

Public schools on the contrary hostels are cheap—₦7K to ₦100K/session—shared rooms, basic facilities.

The Bottom Line here is…..

Want luxury and convenience? Private universities will cost you big…. ₦200K–2M+ per session just for hostel. On a budget? Public universities offer decent accommodation under ₦100K per session.

Decide based on what matters most comfort, safety, or savings.

Most Expensive On-campus Hostels in Nigerian Universities