Abia State University (ABSU)

📋 Overview

Full Name

Abia State University

Abbreviation

ABSU

Ownership

State

🏛️ Faculties and Colleges

Abia State University is organised into 11 faculties/colleges.

Faculty of Law (Aba Campus)
Faculty of Business Administration (Aba Campus)
Faculty of Sciences
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Pharmacy
Faculty of Social Sciences
Faculty of Humanities
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Agriculture (Umuahia Campus)
School of Postgraduate Studies

📖 Courses Offered in ABSU

Abia State University offers 30 accredited courses. All programmes are approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Minimum JAMB score: 150.

MBBS (Medicine and Surgery)

B.Pharm (Pharmacy)

B.Sc (Optometry)

B.Sc (Medical Laboratory Science)

B.Sc (Nursing Science)

LL.B (Law)

B.Engr (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical/Computer/Petroleum Engineering)

B.Sc (Computer Science)

B.Sc (Information Technology)

B.Sc (Mathematics)

B.Sc (Physics)

B.Sc (Chemistry)

B.Sc (Biochemistry)

B.Sc (Microbiology)

B.Sc (Biology)

B.Sc (Geology)

B.Sc (Economics)

B.Sc (Accounting)

B.Sc (Business Administration)

B.Sc (Banking and Finance)

B.Sc (Marketing)

B.Sc (Public Administration)

B.Sc (Political Science)

B.Sc (Sociology)

B.Sc (Mass Communication)

B.A (English Language)

B.A (History)

B.A (Philosophy)

B.Ed (Education)

B.Agric (Agriculture)

💰 ABSU School Fees

ABSU school fees are set by the Abia State Government and are relatively affordable compared to private universities. For the 2024/2025 academic session, undergraduate fees range from approximately NGN 80,000 to NGN 200,000 per session for science and engineering programmes, and NGN 80,000 to NGN 120,000 for arts and social science programmes. Medicine, Pharmacy and Optometry attract higher fees ranging from NGN 150,000 to NGN 350,000. The acceptance fee for fresh students is NGN 50,000. Hostel accommodation is available at the Uturu Main Campus. Visit the ABSU student portal for current approved fees.

⚠️ Fees are subject to annual review. Always verify on the official portal or bursary department before payment. As a state institution, fees are subsidised by the Abia State Government.

📝 Admission Requirements & Cut-off Mark

150

JAMB Cut-off Mark (2026)
Minimum JAMB UTME score to apply. Departments may set higher scores.

✅ Post-UTME: Required

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ABSU admission requirements:

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JAMB UTME minimum score of 150; ABSU only accepts first-choice candidates — second-choice applications are not considered.

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Five O'Level credit passes at not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics and programme-relevant subjects.

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ABSU conducts Post-UTME screening (CBT and document verification).

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Medicine requires credits in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics; Pharmacy and Optometry require similar combinations.

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Law requires English Language and four other relevant subjects.

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Engineering requires credits in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

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Direct Entry via two A'Level passes in relevant subjects or ND/HND Upper Credit is available.

🌟 Notable Alumni

Prof. Theodore Orji (former Governor of Abia State and current Senator)

several current Abia State commissioners and government officials

judges and senior lawyers in the Abia State Judiciary

medical professionals in ABSUTH (Abia State University Teaching Hospital)

engineers and IT professionals across southeast Nigeria

💡 Notable Facts about ABSU

ABSU operates one of the most geographically spread multi-campus systems among Nigerian state universities — three cities (Uturu, Aba, Umuahia).

The University Teaching Hospital (ABSUTH) in Aba is a major medical referral centre for Abia State.

ABSU's Law Faculty in Aba places graduates directly in the commercial hub of the state.

The university has produced the majority of qualified professionals — lawyers, doctors, engineers — currently serving in Abia State.

ABSU was among the first institutions to offer Optometry as a degree programme in southeastern Nigeria..

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — ABSU

What courses are offered in Abia State University?

Courses offered in Abia State University (ABSU) include: MBBS (Medicine and Surgery), B.Pharm (Pharmacy), B.Sc (Optometry), B.Sc (Medical Laboratory Science), B.Sc (Nursing Science), LL.B (Law), B.Engr (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical/Computer/Petroleum Engineering), B.Sc (Computer Science), B.Sc (Information Technology), B.Sc (Mathematics), B.Sc (Physics), B.Sc (Chemistry), B.Sc (Biochemistry), B.Sc (Microbiology), B.Sc (Biology), B.Sc (Geology), B.Sc (Economics), B.Sc (Accounting), B.Sc (Business Administration), B.Sc (Banking and Finance), B.Sc (Marketing), B.Sc (Public Administration), B.Sc (Political Science), B.Sc (Sociology), B.Sc (Mass Communication), B.A (English Language), B.A (History), B.A (Philosophy), B.Ed (Education), B.Agric (Agriculture). All programmes are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

How much are ABSU school fees?

ABSU school fees are set by the Abia State Government and are relatively affordable compared to private universities. For the 2024/2025 academic session, undergraduate fees range from approximately NGN 80,000 to NGN 200,000 per session for science and engineering programmes, and NGN 80,000 to NGN 120,000 for arts and social science programmes. Medicine, Pharmacy and Optometry attract higher fees ranging from NGN 150,000 to NGN 350,000. The acceptance fee for fresh students is NGN 50,000. Hostel accommodation is available at the Uturu Main Campus. Visit the ABSU student portal for current approved fees.

What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Abia State University?

The JAMB cut-off mark for Abia State University is 150 as of 2026. Individual departments may set higher cut-off marks depending on competition.

Does ABSU conduct Post-UTME?

Abia State University conducts a Post-UTME screening exercise for all qualified candidates who meet the JAMB cut-off mark.

What is the address of Abia State University?

The address of Abia State University is: Abia State University, P.M.B. 2000, Uturu, Isuikwuato LGA, Abia State, Nigeria. Visit https://www.abiastateuniversity.edu.ng for directions.

What are the admission requirements for ABSU?

ABSU admission requirements: (1) JAMB UTME minimum score of 150; ABSU only accepts first-choice candidates — second-choice applications are not considered. (2) Five O'Level credit passes at not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics and programme-relevant subjects. (3) ABSU conducts Post-UTME screening (CBT and document verification). (4) Medicine requires credits in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics; Pharmacy and Optometry require similar combinations. (5) Law requires English Language and four other relevant subjects. (6) Engineering requires credits in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. (7) Direct Entry via two A'Level passes in relevant subjects or ND/HND Upper Credit is available.

Does ABSU have hostel accommodation?

Abia State University provides on-campus hostel accommodation for students.

Is ABSU accredited?

Yes, Abia State University is fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

Where is ABSU located?

Abia State University is located in Uturu, Abia, Nigeria. Full address: Abia State University, P.M.B. 2000, Uturu, Isuikwuato LGA, Abia State, Nigeria.

When was ABSU established?

Abia State University was established in 1981, making it 45 years old as of 2026. It is a state institution.

📋 Overview

🏛️ Faculties and Colleges

📖 Courses Offered in ABSU

💰 ABSU School Fees

📝 Admission Requirements & Cut-off Mark

🌟 Notable Alumni

💡 Notable Facts about ABSU

Visit ABSU Portal

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — ABSU

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Abia State University (ABSU)

📋 Overview

🏛️ Faculties and Colleges

📖 Courses Offered in ABSU

💰 ABSU School Fees

📝 Admission Requirements & Cut-off Mark

🌟 Notable Alumni

💡 Notable Facts about ABSU

Visit ABSU Portal

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — ABSU

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