Universities in Sokoto
Sokoto State is home to several universities, including federal, state, and private institutions, offering a variety of academic programs across different fields of study.
Below is the list of NUC approved Federal, State and Private universities in Sokoto State.
State
Sokoto State University
Sokoto State University was established in 2009 by the Sokoto State Government to provide affordable and high-quality higher education.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of management and social science
- Faculty of computing
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Science
Location
Birnin Kebbi Rd, Sokoto
Website
Shehu Shagari University of Education, Sokoto
Shehu Shagari University of Education is a specialized university focused on teacher training and educational research established in 1970 Advanced Teacher’s College. It was later upgraded from a college of education to a full-fledged university to enhance the quality of teachers in Nigeria.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Faculty of Sciences
Location
Sokoto, Sokoto State
Website Link
Federal
Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto
Usmanu Danfodiyo University, formerly known as University of Sokoto was established in 1975, as one of Nigeria’s premier university.
Key Faculties/Colleges
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Arabic and Islamic Studies
- Faculty of Education & Extension Services
- Engineering & Environmental Design
- Law
- Management Sciences
- Chemical and Life Science
- Pharmaceutical Science
- Physical and Computing Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Veterinary Medicine
- Allied Health Sciences
- Basic Clinical Sciences
- Basic Medical Sciences
- Clinical Sciences
- Dental Science
- College of Health
Location
Sokoto, Sokoto State
Website Link
Private
Saisa University of Medical Sciences and Technology, Sokoto
Saisa University is a private institution focused on providing specialized education in medical and health sciences.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science
- College of science and computing
- College of Basic Medical Sciences
Location
Sokoto, Sokoto State
Website Link
NorthWest University, Sokoto
NorthWest University is a private university founded in 2020. The university is focused on academic excellence, inclusivity, and social responsibility.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Computing and Science
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Management and Social Science
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Mass Communication
Location
Sokoto, Sokoto State
Website Link
Iconic Open University, Sokoto
Iconic Open University is a private distance-learning institution that offers flexible academic programs to students across Nigeria. It provides online and in-person courses in various disciplines.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Arts and Education
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
- Faculty of Management, Social and media sciences
- Faculty of computing sciences
Location
Sokoto, Sokoto State
Website Link