Edo State University, Uzairue (EDSU), formerly known as Edo University Iyamho, runs its medical and health science training through the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at its main campus in Iyamho, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State. As a state-owned university with a premium, technology-driven academic model, EDSU charges considerably higher fees than most public universities in Nigeria, and this is especially pronounced in its medical courses. This article outlines every medical and health-related course offered at EDSU, what each one costs for the 2026/2027 session, and what shapes the final amount a student pays.
The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at EDSU
EDSU’s College of Medical Sciences was established alongside the university itself in 2016, when the institution received its NUC licence as the 41st state-owned university and 142nd university in Nigeria. The college’s stated objective is to produce graduates capable of diagnosing and managing patient care, communicating effectively within a healthcare team, applying ethical and legal principles in medical practice, and demonstrating leadership within the health sector. Learning at the college is structured to be largely student-centred, with lecturers acting as facilitators and additional input from government and non-governmental health agencies.
Edo State has positioned itself as an aspiring medical hub within Nigeria, and EDSU’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences forms a central part of that ambition, offering training across clinical medicine, nursing, and medical laboratory science.
List of Medical and Health-Related Courses at EDSU
The table below lists the medical and health-related courses currently offered at EDSU, the degree awarded, and each course’s general standing in terms of admission competitiveness and cost.
| Course | Degree Awarded | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | MBBS | The flagship and most expensive course at the university; only course in the Faculty of Clinical Sciences |
| Nursing Science | B.NSc | Fully accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN); highly competitive |
| Medical Laboratory Science | B.MLS | Fully accredited; strong demand due to diagnostic career prospects |
Unlike many universities that spread health sciences across several allied departments, EDSU keeps its Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences relatively concentrated around these three core programmes, with Medicine and Surgery standing alone within its own faculty structure.
Admission Requirements for EDSU Medical Courses
Admission into Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, or Medical Laboratory Science at EDSU requires meeting both general university requirements and course-specific conditions:
- O’Level credit passes: a minimum of five credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, from WAEC, NECO, or GCE. For Medicine and Surgery specifically, EDSU requires these five credits to be obtained in one sitting, a stricter requirement than the two-sitting allowance typically applied to other courses at the university.
- JAMB UTME score: a minimum of 200 is required to be considered for Medicine and Surgery, alongside passing the university’s Post-UTME screening test. Nursing Science and Medical Laboratory Science are also highly competitive and generally require a strong UTME score well above the university’s general baseline of 180.
- Post-UTME screening: EDSU conducts its own post-UTME screening exercise, and performance here factors into the final admission decision alongside the UTME score.
- Direct Entry restrictions: Direct Entry admission is not available for Medicine and Surgery, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, or Law at EDSU. Candidates for these specific courses must apply through the standard UTME route.
- First choice requirement: candidates who did not initially select EDSU as their first-choice institution but scored a minimum of 150 and meet the university-approved cut off mark for their intended course may still be considered, subject to the university’s admission process.
EDSU School Fees for Medical Courses (2026/2027 Session)
EDSU’s fee structure places it closer to a private university in terms of cost, despite being state-owned. The table below summarises the tuition figures for Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, and Medical Laboratory Science for the 2026/2027 session, along with the additional clinical fees that apply from 300 level onward.
| Course | Base Tuition (Fresh Students) | Additional Clinical Fee (From 300 Level) |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) | Approximately ₦3,250,500 – ₦3,900,600 | ₦500,000 at 300 level, rising to ₦1,000,000 for 400–600 level (₦1,000,000 total figure also cited in some fee circulars) |
| Nursing Science (B.NSc) | Approximately ₦1,475,500 – ₦1,844,375 | ₦700,000 from 300 level (some circulars list ₦150,000–₦300,000 depending on the session) |
| Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS) | Approximately ₦1,225,625 | ₦700,000 from 300 level |
International students pay separate, higher rates, generally billed in US dollars, typically running several times the local naira figure, with MBBS international clinical charges around $2,083 and Nursing/MLS clinical charges around $1,250.
Beyond tuition and clinical fees, all EDSU undergraduate students, including those in medical courses, are required to pay a number of additional mandatory charges:
- Acceptance fee: ₦70,000, paid once by all fresh undergraduate students after receiving an admission offer.
- Edo Health Insurance Scheme (Edo HIS): ₦25,000 per session.
- Learning Management System (LMS) fee: charged per session to cover access to the university’s Canvas-based digital learning platform, which is central to how lectures, assignments, and assessments are delivered at EDSU.
- Matriculation gown fee: approximately ₦20,000, a one-time charge for fresh students.
- Compulsory accommodation: EDSU operates a strictly compulsory hostel accommodation policy for all students, with fees ranging from approximately ₦110,000 for regular lodges to ₦250,000 for premium villa-style lodges with cooking facilities.
Why Medical Courses Cost So Much More Than Other Programmes at EDSU
Several factors explain why Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, and Medical Laboratory Science sit at the very top of EDSU’s fee structure, well above programmes like Engineering, Computer Science, or Law:
- Clinical training and laboratory consumables: all three courses involve extensive hands-on clinical and laboratory work, which requires ongoing investment in consumables, equipment maintenance, and supervised clinical placements, costs that are billed separately as clinical fees from 300 level onward.
- Extended programme duration: Medicine and Surgery runs for six years, longer than almost any other undergraduate programme at the university, meaning the cumulative cost of the degree compounds significantly over its full duration.
- Specialised staffing and regulatory compliance: maintaining accreditation from bodies such as the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) and the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) requires the university to meet strict staffing ratios and facility standards, which factors into the resources allocated to these departments.
- EDSU’s premium institutional model: as a newer, technology-driven university with a smaller student population and modern facilities, EDSU generally charges more across all its programmes compared to older, larger state universities in the region, and this premium positioning is most visible in its highest-cost programmes.
Scholarship Availability for Medical Courses
Edo State Government has, in past sessions, offered full scholarships to top-performing indigenes, and occasionally non-indigenes, during the university’s admission screening process. However, these scholarships typically exclude Medicine and Surgery, Law, Nursing, and Medical Laboratory Science, given the high demand and already-subsidized competitive nature of these specific courses. Prospective medical students should not assume scholarship coverage will offset the tuition figures outlined above and should budget accordingly.
Payment Procedure
EDSU processes all fee payments digitally through its Canvas/ERP-integrated payment portal. The typical procedure for a medical course student follows this sequence:
- Log in to the payment portal at the university’s admissions login page, using a UTME registration number or matric number.
- Generate a payment invoice for the correct session, selecting the appropriate course and level.
- Pay a minimum of 60% of the total fee to clear for the first semester, since EDSU requires this initial instalment before granting course clearance.
- Settle the remaining 40% before the start of the second semester.
- Complete payment only through the official portal, using an ATM card or bank transfer via the integrated payment gateway, since the university explicitly warns against transferring funds to any personal account outside the official system.
FAQs
How much does Medicine and Surgery cost at EDSU?
Base tuition for MBBS at EDSU is approximately ₦3,250,500 to ₦3,900,600 for fresh students, with an additional clinical fee of ₦500,000 to ₦1,000,000 applying from 300 level onward.
Is Nursing Science significantly cheaper than Medicine and Surgery at EDSU?
Yes. Nursing Science tuition is roughly half the cost of Medicine and Surgery, at approximately ₦1,475,500 to ₦1,844,375, though it still carries its own additional clinical fee of around ₦700,000 from 300 level.
Can a candidate apply for Medicine and Surgery at EDSU through Direct Entry?
No. Direct Entry admission is not available for Medicine and Surgery, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, or Law at EDSU. These courses require standard UTME admission.
Is accommodation included in EDSU’s medical course fees?
No. Accommodation is billed separately and is compulsory for all EDSU students, with fees ranging from approximately ₦110,000 to ₦250,000 depending on the type of lodge selected.
Do government scholarships cover Medicine and Surgery at EDSU?
Generally, no. Edo State Government scholarships for top-performing students typically exclude Medicine, Law, Nursing, and Medical Laboratory Science due to the already high demand for these specific programmes.