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Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)

📍 Ogbomoso, Plateau  ·  📅 Est. 1990  ·  👥 30,000+ Students

180Cut-off
29+Courses
11Faculties
YesPost-UTME
36Yrs Old

📋 Overview

Full Name
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Abbreviation
LAUTECH
Ownership
State
Category
State University
Year Founded
1990
Location
Ogbomoso, Plateau
Address
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, P.M.B. 4000, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria
Students
30,000+
Accreditation
National Universities Commission (NUC)
Hostel
✅ Available
Post-UTME
✅ Yes
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) is a state-owned technology-focused university established on October 19, 1990 and named in honour of the late Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola, Premier of the former Western Region of Nigeria. Located in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, LAUTECH was previously jointly owned by Oyo and Osun States before Oyo State assumed sole ownership in 2021 following a protracted dispute. The university offers technology, science, health, management and agricultural programmes across 12 faculties with over 30,000 students. LAUTECH consistently ranks among the leading technology universities in southwestern Nigeria and is NUC-accredited across all its programmes.

🏛️ Faculties and Colleges

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology is organised into 11 faculties/colleges.

  • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
  • Faculty of Environmental Sciences
  • Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences
  • Faculty of Clinical Sciences
  • Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
  • Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Faculty of Agriculture
  • Faculty of Management Sciences
  • Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences
  • School of Health Sciences
  • School of Postgraduate Studies

📖 Courses Offered in LAUTECH

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology offers 29 accredited courses. All programmes are approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Minimum JAMB score: 180.

MBBS (Medicine and Surgery)
B.Sc (Nursing)
B.Sc (Medical Laboratory Science)
B.Sc (Physiotherapy)
B.Sc (Optometry)
B.Engr (Civil Engineering)
B.Engr (Electrical Engineering)
B.Engr (Mechanical Engineering)
B.Engr (Chemical Engineering)
B.Engr (Computer Engineering)
B.Engr (Agricultural Engineering)
B.Sc (Computer Science)
B.Sc (Information Technology)
B.Sc (Architecture)
B.Sc (Quantity Surveying)
B.Sc (Estate Management)
B.Sc (Building Technology)
B.Sc (Biochemistry)
B.Sc (Microbiology)
B.Sc (Chemistry)
B.Sc (Physics)
B.Sc (Mathematics)
B.Sc (Biology)
B.Sc (Food Science and Technology)
B.Agric (Agriculture)
B.Sc (Accounting)
B.Sc (Business Administration)
B.Sc (Economics)
B.Sc (Banking and Finance)

💰 LAUTECH School Fees

LAUTECH school fees follow a differential structure based on state origin and faculty. For fresh 100-level students (2024/2025 session): Oyo State indigenes pay approximately NGN 372,400 per session for most faculties, while non-indigenes pay approximately NGN 459,900. Clinical Science programmes (Medicine and Surgery) exceed NGN 782,000 for non-indigenes. Nursing and Medical Laboratory Science range from NGN 642,000 to NGN 729,700. Engineering programmes attract higher fees than management or arts. The mandatory acceptance fee for fresh students is NGN 50,000. Hostel accommodation is available at separate cost. Visit lautech.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 Plateau State Government.

📝 Admission Requirements & Cut-off Mark

180
JAMB Cut-off Mark (2026)
Minimum JAMB UTME score to apply. Departments may set higher scores.
✅ Post-UTME: Required
1
LAUTECH admission requirements:
2
JAMB UTME minimum score of 180; competitive courses including Medicine, Nursing, Computer Science and Engineering require higher scores (Medicine 260+, Nursing 260+, Computer Science 230+).
3
Five O'Level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and relevant science subjects at not more than two sittings.
4
LAUTECH conducts Post-UTME screening for all UTME candidates above the cut-off.
5
Medicine and engineering programmes require credits in Chemistry, Physics, Biology/Agricultural Science and Mathematics.
6
Direct Entry via two A'Level passes or ND/HND Upper Credit in relevant disciplines is available for most programmes.

🌟 Notable Alumni

Several past governors and deputy governors of Oyo and Osun States are LAUTECH-affiliated
prominent engineers, doctors, pharmacists and technologists working across Nigeria's oil and gas, telecoms, construction and health sectors
academic staff of multiple Nigerian federal and state universities
senior officials in NNPC, MTN, Access Bank and other major Nigerian corporations

💡 Notable Facts about LAUTECH

LAUTECH is the only technology-focused state university in southwestern Nigeria.
The university was previously jointly owned by Oyo and Osun States for 31 years before Oyo State assumed sole ownership in 2021.
LAUTECH operates a second campus in Iseyin for agricultural sciences.
The university has produced the largest number of engineering and technology graduates in Oyo State.
LAUTECH's Teaching Hospital (LAUTECH Teaching Hospital) is a major referral hospital serving Ogbomoso and surrounding communities..

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Frequently Asked Questions — LAUTECH

What courses are offered in Ladoke Akintola University of Technology?
Courses offered in Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) include: MBBS (Medicine and Surgery), B.Sc (Nursing), B.Sc (Medical Laboratory Science), B.Sc (Physiotherapy), B.Sc (Optometry), B.Engr (Civil Engineering), B.Engr (Electrical Engineering), B.Engr (Mechanical Engineering), B.Engr (Chemical Engineering), B.Engr (Computer Engineering), B.Engr (Agricultural Engineering), B.Sc (Computer Science), B.Sc (Information Technology), B.Sc (Architecture), B.Sc (Quantity Surveying), B.Sc (Estate Management), B.Sc (Building Technology), B.Sc (Biochemistry), B.Sc (Microbiology), B.Sc (Chemistry), B.Sc (Physics), B.Sc (Mathematics), B.Sc (Biology), B.Sc (Food Science and Technology), B.Agric (Agriculture), B.Sc (Accounting), B.Sc (Business Administration), B.Sc (Economics), B.Sc (Banking and Finance). All programmes are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
How much are LAUTECH school fees?
LAUTECH school fees follow a differential structure based on state origin and faculty. For fresh 100-level students (2024/2025 session): Oyo State indigenes pay approximately NGN 372,400 per session for most faculties, while non-indigenes pay approximately NGN 459,900. Clinical Science programmes (Medicine and Surgery) exceed NGN 782,000 for non-indigenes. Nursing and Medical Laboratory Science range from NGN 642,000 to NGN 729,700. Engineering programmes attract higher fees than management or arts. The mandatory acceptance fee for fresh students is NGN 50,000. Hostel accommodation is available at separate cost. Visit lautech.edu.ng for the current approved fees schedule.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Ladoke Akintola University of Technology?
The JAMB cut-off mark for Ladoke Akintola University of Technology is 180 as of 2026. Individual departments may set higher cut-off marks depending on competition.
Does LAUTECH conduct Post-UTME?
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology conducts a Post-UTME screening exercise for all qualified candidates who meet the JAMB cut-off mark.
What is the address of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology?
The address of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology is: Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, P.M.B. 4000, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria. Visit https://www.lautech.edu.ng for directions.
What are the admission requirements for LAUTECH?
LAUTECH admission requirements: (1) JAMB UTME minimum score of 180; competitive courses including Medicine, Nursing, Computer Science and Engineering require higher scores (Medicine 260+, Nursing 260+, Computer Science 230+). (2) Five O'Level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and relevant science subjects at not more than two sittings. (3) LAUTECH conducts Post-UTME screening for all UTME candidates above the cut-off. (4) Medicine and engineering programmes require credits in Chemistry, Physics, Biology/Agricultural Science and Mathematics. (5) Direct Entry via two A'Level passes or ND/HND Upper Credit in relevant disciplines is available for most programmes.
Does LAUTECH have hostel accommodation?
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology provides on-campus hostel accommodation for students.
Is LAUTECH accredited?
Yes, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology is fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Where is LAUTECH located?
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology is located in Ogbomoso, Plateau, Nigeria. Full address: Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, P.M.B. 4000, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria.
When was LAUTECH established?
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology was established in 1990, making it 36 years old as of 2026. It is a state institution.

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