Universities in Imo
Imo State has many universities, including federal, state, and private institutions.
Below is the list of NUC-approved State, Federal, and Private universities in Imo State.
State
Imo State University
Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU), was established in 1981. The university provides a broad range of programs across several faculties.
Key Faculties:
- Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Physical Science
- Faculty of Management science
- Faculty of Biological Science
- Faculty of Health Science
Location:
Owerri, Imo State
Website Link:
imsu.edu.ng
Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University (KOMU)
Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, formerly Eastern Palm University, was established in 2016 to provide quality higher education in Imo State.
Key Faculties:
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social & Management Sciences
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
- Faculty of Law
Location:
Ogboko, Imo State
Website Link:
University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES), Umuagwo
UAES was established in 2019 with focus on Agriculture and Environmental Sciences
Key Faculties:
Faculty of Agriculture
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
Location:
Umuagwo, Imo State
Website Link:
Federal
Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)
The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) is one of Nigeria’s top technology-focused universities. It was established in 1980, and is known for its emphasis on engineering, science, and technology.
Key Faculties/Schools :
- School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
- School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
- School of Electrical Systems and Engineering Technology
- School of Physical Sciences
- School of Biological Sciences
- School of Logistics and Innovation Technology
- School of Health Technology
- School of Environmental Sciences
- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- School of Information and Communication Technology
- College of Medicine and Health Sciences
Location:
Owerri, Imo State
Website Link:
Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri formerly a college of education, was established in 1963. It’s upgraded to a full-fledged university, offering degree programs in education and other fields.
Key Faculties:
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education
- Faculty of Specialized Education
- Faculty of professional Education
Location:
Owerri, Imo State
Website Link:
Private
Hezekiah University, Umudi
Hezekiah University is a faith-based private university established in 2015, committed to academic excellence and moral integrity.
Key Faculties:
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Location:
Umudi, Imo State
Website Link:
Maranatha University, Mgbidi
Maranatha University is a private institution offering programs in sciences, technology, and management.
Key Faculties:
- Faculty of Arts, Management and Social Science
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Environmental Science
- Faculty of Natural and Applied Science
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Law
Location:
Mgbidi, Imo State
Website Link:
Claretian University of Nigeria, Nekede
Claretian University of Nigeria is a Catholic-owned institution with a mission to provide quality education in various fields.
Key Faculties:
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
Location:
Nekede, Imo State
Website Link:
See also: Universities in Imo