Universities in Anambra
Anambra State is home to several prestigious universities managed by the state, federal government, and private organizations. These institutions provide quality education and contribute to the state’s academic excellence.
Below is the list of NUC-approved state, federal, and private universities in Anambra State
State
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (formerly Anambra State University) is the only state university in Anambra State. It was founded in 2000 and has grown into a notable institution for higher education in the region.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Faculty of Physical Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of clinical Medicine
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Health Science and Technology
Location
QR9P+WFR, Uli, Atughobi
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Federal
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) is the only federal university in Anambra State. Established in 1991, the university offers numerous undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Biosciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Faculty of Physical Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
Location
Along Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, Ifite Road, Awka 420110
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Private Universities in Anambra
Madonna University, Okija
Madonna University is one of the National Universities Commission (NUC) approved private universities in Anambra State. It was established in 1999 as the first private university in Nigeria.
Key Faculties/Colleges
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Management
- Social Sciences
- Education & Art
- Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Engineering
- Basic Medical Science
- Colleges
- Medicine & Surgery
- Health Science
- Nursing Science
- Public Health
- Optometry
- Medical Laboratory Science
Location
Okija, Anambra State Nigeria,
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Paul University, Awka
Paul University is a private Christian university accredited by the NUC. It was established in 2009.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Arts
Location
No. 1 Paul University Avenue, Awka, Anambra State
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Tansian University, Umunya
Tansian University is an NUC-approved private university founded in 2007.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Faculty of Law
Location
Umunya, Anambra State
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Legacy University, Okija
Legacy University, Okija, was established in 2016. It aims to provide quality education with a focus on research and innovation.
Key Faculties
- Arts, Management and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
Location
Okija, Anambra State
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Peter University, Achina-Onneh
Peter University is a newly established private university in Anambra State, approved by the NUC in 2023. It is a Catholic university committed to academic excellence and moral discipline.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Science & Computing
- Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences
- Faculty of Arts, Management & Social Sciences
Location
X4WV+635, Achina 422118, Anambra
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University on the Niger, Umunya,
University on the Niger is a private institution with a mission to provide world-class education in various fields. It was approved by the NUC in 2023 and is owned by the Anglican Church.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Science and Computing
- Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
- Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Location
KM 13 Onitsha – Enugu Expressway, Anambra State Nigeria
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Shanahan University Onitsha, Anambra State
Shanahan University is a newly approved Catholic university in Onitsha.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Medical and Allied Sciences
Location
5Q6H+2G6 Within Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, GRA, Onitsha 434106, Anambra
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