Universities in Ekiti
Ekiti State is home to several universities, including federal, state, and private institutions, offering diverse academic programs.
Below is the list of NUC approved Federal, State and Private universities in Ekiti State.
State
Ekiti State University
Founded in 1982, Ekiti State University (EKSU) is one of Nigeria’s leading state-owned institutions, known for its commitment to research, teaching, and community service.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Pharmacy
Location
Ado Ekiti 362103, Ekiti
Website Link
Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI)
Bamidele Olumilua University was formerly the College of Education, Ikere-Ekiti, before being upgraded to a full-fledged university in 2020.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Technology
- Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
Location
Igbara Odo Road, P.M.B. 250 Ikere-Ekiti.
Website Link
Federal
Federal University, Oye-Ekiti
Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) was established in 2011 as part of the federal government’s plan to expand access to quality education across Nigeria.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Environmental Design and Management
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
Location
Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Website Link
Private
Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti
Established in 2009 by the renowned legal luminary Afe Babalola, ABUAD is one of Nigeria’s most prestigious private universities, known for academic excellence, innovation, and world-class facilities.
Key Faculties
- College of Law
- College of Engineering
- College of Sciences
- College of Medicine and Health Sciences
- College of Social and Management Sciences
- College of Agriculture
Location
Olusegun Obasanjo Way, Ado Ekiti 360102, Ekiti
Website Link
Hillside University of Science and Technology, Okemisi, Ekiti State
Hillside University of Science and Technology is a newly established private university dedicated to advancing science, technology, and research.
Key Faculties/Colleges
- College of Business, Law and Educational Sciences
- College of Agriculture, Life and Environmental Sciences
- College of Engineering Sciences and Technology
- Tristate College of Health and Applied Medical Sciences
Location
Ikoro Road, Okemesi – Ekiti
Website Link
Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Venite University is one of the newest private universities in Ekiti State, approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC) to provide quality higher education.
Key Faculties
- College of Science and Information Technology
- College of Social and Management Science
- College of Allied Health Science
Location
KM 2, Ayetoro Road. Iloro Ekiti, Ekiti State
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