Universities in Oyo
Oyo State is home to some of Nigeria’s most prestigious universities, including federal, state, and private institutions. These universities offer a wide range of academic programs, catering to students across various disciplines.
Below is the list of NUC approved Federal, State and Private universities in Oyo State.
State
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) is a state-owned university known for its strong focus on science, engineering, and technology-related disciplines.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources
- Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Nursing Science
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Food and Consumer Sciences
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology
- Faculty of Computing and Informatics
Location
Ogbomoso, Oyo State
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Abiola Ajimobi Technical University
Abiola Ajimobi Technical University, also known as Tech-U, was established in 2012. It focuses on innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Science
- Faculty of Environmental Science and Management
Location
Ibadan, Oyo State
Website
Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo
Emmanuel Alayande University of Education was formerly Emmanuel Alayande College of Education before being upgraded to a university. It specializes in teacher education and was established in 1896.
Key Faculties
- Arts Education
- Science Education
- Social Science Education
- Specialised And Professional Education
- Vocational, Innovation And Engineering Education
Location
Oyo, Oyo State
Website Link
Federal
University of Ibadan
The University of Ibadan (UI), established in 1948, is Nigeria’s first university. It has a reputation for academic excellence, research, and producing top professionals in various fields.
Key Faculties:
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
- Faculty of Technology
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Public Health
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Clinical sciences
- Dentistry
- Economic and Management sciences
- Environmental designs and management
- Multidispinary studies
- Nursing
- Renewable natural resources
- Faculty of Pharmacy
Location
Ibadan, Oyo State
Website Link
Private
Ajayi Crowther University, Ibadan
Ajayi Crowther University (ACU) is a faith-based institution owned by the Anglican Church of Nigeria. It was established in 2005.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Communication and Media Studies
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Environmental Studies
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
Location
Ibadan, Oyo State
Website link
Lead City University, Ibadan
Lead City University is a private university known for its flexible learning approach and industry-focused courses. It was established in 2005.
Key Faculties
- Natural and Applied Sciences
- Communication and Information Science
- Law
- Engineering and Technology
- Social Management & Sciences
- Environmental Design and Management
Location
Ibadan, Oyo State
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Kola Daisi University, Ibadan
Kola Daisi University (KDU) is a private university known for its focus on entrepreneurship and skill-based learning.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Arts, Management, and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Media and Information Studies
Location
Ibadan, Oyo State
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Dominican University, Ibadan
Dominican University is Nigeria’s first Catholic university established in 2006. It founded by the Dominican Order.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
Location
Ibadan, Oyo State
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Precious Cornerstone University, Oyo
Precious Cornerstone University was founded in 2017, by the Sword of the Spirit Ministries to provide high-quality tertiary education.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
Location
Oyo, Oyo State
Website link
Atiba University, Oyo
Atiba University is a fast-growing private university in Oyo. It was established in 2017.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Arts, Social and Management Sciences
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Faculty of Law
Location
Oyo, Oyo State
Website Link
Dominion University, Ibadan
Dominion University is a private university that focuses on character development, leadership, and academic excellence.
Key Faculties
Faculty of Computing and Applied Sciences
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
Location
Ibadan, Oyo State
Website Link
West Midlands Open University, Ibadan
West Midlands Open University is a newly approved private institution that offers flexible and distance learning options.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Management Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Computing
Location
Ibadan, Oyo State
Website Link