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Father Adasu University, Makurdi (FAUM)
📍 Makurdi, Benue · 📅 Est. 1992 · 👥 35,000+ Students
160Cut-off
34+Courses
14Faculties
YesPost-UTME
34Yrs Old
📋 Overview
Full Name
Father Adasu University, Makurdi
Abbreviation
FAUM
Ownership
State
Category
State University
Year Founded
1992
Location
Makurdi, Benue
Address
Father Adasu University, Makurdi, P.M.B. 102119, Gboko Road, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
Website
Phone
Students
35,000+
Accreditation
National Universities Commission (NUC)
Hostel
✅ Available
Post-UTME
✅ Yes
Father Adasu University, Makurdi (FAUM), formerly Benue State University (BSU), is the premier state university of Benue State, established in 1992 by the Benue State Government under the administration of its founder and namesake, Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu, the second civilian governor of Benue State. The university was originally named Benue State University, Makurdi (BSU/BSUM) before being renamed Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM) in December 2024, and subsequently shortened to Father Adasu University, Makurdi (FAUM) by the Benue State House of Assembly in September 2025. Located along Gboko Road in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, the university has grown from two founding faculties to 13 faculties and remains the most comprehensive public university in the state. It is fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and has a student population of over 35,000.
🏛️ Faculties and Colleges
Father Adasu University, Makurdi is organised into 14 faculties/colleges.
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Basic and Allied Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Faculty of Communication and Media Studies
- School of Postgraduate Studies
📖 Courses Offered in FAUM
Father Adasu University, Makurdi offers 34 accredited courses. All programmes are approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Minimum JAMB score: 160.
MBBS (Medicine and Surgery)
B.Pharm (Pharmacy)
B.Sc (Nursing Science)
B.Sc (Medical Laboratory Science)
B.Sc (Physiotherapy)
LL.B (Law)
B.Sc (Computer Science)
B.Sc (Information Technology)
B.Sc (Mathematics)
B.Sc (Statistics)
B.Sc (Chemistry)
B.Sc (Physics)
B.Sc (Biology)
B.Sc (Biochemistry)
B.Sc (Microbiology)
B.Sc (Geology)
B.Sc (Economics)
B.Sc (Accounting)
B.Sc (Business Administration)
B.Sc (Banking and Finance)
B.Sc (Mass Communication)
B.Sc (Political Science)
B.Sc (Sociology)
B.Sc (Psychology)
B.A (English Language)
B.A (History)
B.A (Theatre Arts)
B.Ed (Education)
B.Sc (Agricultural Science)
B.Engr (Civil Engineering)
B.Engr (Electrical Engineering)
B.Sc (Architecture)
B.Sc (Estate Management)
B.Sc (Geography)
💰 FAUM School Fees
Father Adasu University school fees are subsidised by the Benue State Government, making it among the most affordable universities in the north-central region. For fresh undergraduate students (2024/2025 session): tuition ranges from approximately NGN 66,100 to NGN 119,100 per session for most programmes; returning students pay NGN 46,200 to NGN 77,600. Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) fees differ by indigene status — Benue State indigenes pay approximately NGN 208,700 per session while non-indigenes pay NGN 259,800. Law, Nursing and Pharmacy attract higher fees than arts and social science programmes. The acceptance fee is NGN 15,000. Hostel accommodation is NGN 20,000 per session. Visit bsum.edu.ng for the current approved fees schedule.
⚠️ 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 Benue State Government.
📝 Admission Requirements & Cut-off Mark
160
JAMB Cut-off Mark (2026)
Minimum JAMB UTME score to apply. Departments may set higher scores.
Minimum JAMB UTME score to apply. Departments may set higher scores.
✅ Post-UTME: Required
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Father Adasu University admission requirements:
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JAMB UTME minimum score of 160 for arts, education, management and general sciences; Law requires 220, Medicine and Surgery requires 220, Nursing requires 200, Pharmacy requires 220, Architecture requires 220, Computer Science requires 170, Medical Laboratory Science requires
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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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Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy require credits in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.
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Law requires credits in English Language and four other relevant subjects.
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The university conducts Post-UTME screening for all UTME candidates above the cut-off mark.
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Direct Entry via A'Level, HND Upper Credit or professional qualifications is available.
🌟 Notable Alumni
Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu (former Governor of Benue State, the university's founder and namesake)
several serving commissioners and government officials in Benue State
lawyers and judges in the Benue State judiciary
medical professionals at Benue State teaching hospitals
academics at Federal and state universities across Nigeria
prominent civil servants in the federal ministries of Agriculture, Finance and Education
💡 Notable Facts about FAUM
The university was founded in 1992 by Rev.
Moses Orshio Adasu, the second civilian governor of Benue State, and was renamed in his honour in December 2024 by Governor Hyacinth Alia.
The name was further shortened to Father Adasu University by the Benue State House of Assembly in September 2025.
The university has grown from 2 founding faculties to 13 faculties over three decades.
It operates a College of Health Sciences which includes a teaching hospital serving the Makurdi metropolis.
Father Adasu University is the largest and most comprehensive university in Benue State and the primary training ground for graduates who power the state's public and private sectors..
Visit FAUM Portal
Apply for admission, check results, register courses and access student services.
Go to Official Portal ↗❓ Frequently Asked Questions — FAUM
What courses are offered in Father Adasu University, Makurdi?
Courses offered in Father Adasu University, Makurdi (FAUM) include: MBBS (Medicine and Surgery), B.Pharm (Pharmacy), B.Sc (Nursing Science), B.Sc (Medical Laboratory Science), B.Sc (Physiotherapy), LL.B (Law), B.Sc (Computer Science), B.Sc (Information Technology), B.Sc (Mathematics), B.Sc (Statistics), B.Sc (Chemistry), B.Sc (Physics), B.Sc (Biology), B.Sc (Biochemistry), B.Sc (Microbiology), B.Sc (Geology), B.Sc (Economics), B.Sc (Accounting), B.Sc (Business Administration), B.Sc (Banking and Finance), B.Sc (Mass Communication), B.Sc (Political Science), B.Sc (Sociology), B.Sc (Psychology), B.A (English Language), B.A (History), B.A (Theatre Arts), B.Ed (Education), B.Sc (Agricultural Science), B.Engr (Civil Engineering), B.Engr (Electrical Engineering), B.Sc (Architecture), B.Sc (Estate Management), B.Sc (Geography). All programmes are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
How much are FAUM school fees?
Father Adasu University school fees are subsidised by the Benue State Government, making it among the most affordable universities in the north-central region. For fresh undergraduate students (2024/2025 session): tuition ranges from approximately NGN 66,100 to NGN 119,100 per session for most programmes; returning students pay NGN 46,200 to NGN 77,600. Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) fees differ by indigene status — Benue State indigenes pay approximately NGN 208,700 per session while non-indigenes pay NGN 259,800. Law, Nursing and Pharmacy attract higher fees than arts and social science programmes. The acceptance fee is NGN 15,000. Hostel accommodation is NGN 20,000 per session. Visit bsum.edu.ng for the current approved fees schedule.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Father Adasu University, Makurdi?
The JAMB cut-off mark for Father Adasu University, Makurdi is 160 as of 2026. Individual departments may set higher cut-off marks depending on competition.
Does FAUM conduct Post-UTME?
Father Adasu University, Makurdi conducts a Post-UTME screening exercise for all qualified candidates who meet the JAMB cut-off mark.
What is the address of Father Adasu University, Makurdi?
The address of Father Adasu University, Makurdi is: Father Adasu University, Makurdi, P.M.B. 102119, Gboko Road, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria. Visit https://www.bsum.edu.ng for directions.
What are the admission requirements for FAUM?
Father Adasu University admission requirements: (1) JAMB UTME minimum score of 160 for arts, education, management and general sciences; Law requires 220, Medicine and Surgery requires 220, Nursing requires 200, Pharmacy requires 220, Architecture requires 220, Computer Science requires 170, Medical Laboratory Science requires 200. (2) Five O'Level credit passes at not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics and programme-relevant subjects. (3) Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy require credits in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. (4) Law requires credits in English Language and four other relevant subjects. (5) The university conducts Post-UTME screening for all UTME candidates above the cut-off mark. (6) Direct Entry via A'Level, HND Upper Credit or professional qualifications is available.
Does FAUM have hostel accommodation?
Father Adasu University, Makurdi provides on-campus hostel accommodation for students.
Is FAUM accredited?
Yes, Father Adasu University, Makurdi is fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Where is FAUM located?
Father Adasu University, Makurdi is located in Makurdi, Benue, Nigeria. Full address: Father Adasu University, Makurdi, P.M.B. 102119, Gboko Road, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria.
When was FAUM established?
Father Adasu University, Makurdi was established in 1992, making it 34 years old as of 2026. It is a state institution.