Universities in Edo
Edo State has several universities , including federal, state, and private institutions, offering quality education across various disciplines.
Below is the list of NUC approved Federal, State and Private universities in Edo State.
State
Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
Founded in 1981, Ambrose Alli University (AAU) was named after Professor Ambrose Alli, the former governor of the old Bendel State.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering & Technology
- Faculty of Environmental Studies
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Life Sciences
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science
- Faculty of Physical Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- College of Medicine
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
Location
KM 70 Benin Auchi Road P. M. B 14, Ekpoma, Edo State
Website Link
Edo State University Uzairue
Edo State University was established in 2016.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Arts, Management and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Science
Location
Iyahmo, Auchi 200099
Website Link
Federal
University of Benin
The University of Benin (UNIBEN) was established in 1970 and is one of Nigeria’s first-generation universities.
Key Faculties/ Schools
- Arts
- Agriculture
- Basic Medical Sciences
- Dentistry
- Education
- Engineering
- Environmental Sciences
- Law
- Life Science
- Management Science
- Pharmacy
- Physical Science
- Social Science
- School of Medical Sciences
- College of Medicine
- Veterinary Medicine
Location
Benin City, Edo State
Website Link
Private
Benson Idahosa University
Benson Idahosa University, established in 2002 by the Church of God Mission International, is known for its strong emphasis on Christian values, leadership, and academic excellence
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
- Faculty of Arts and Education
- Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Location
15 Agboma St, Ogogugbo, Benin City 300102, Edo
Website
Igbinedion University Okada
Igbinedion University, established in 1999, is Nigeria’s first private university. It was founded by Chief Gabriel Igbinedion and is known for pioneering private university education in Nigeria.
Key Faculties/colleges
- College of Arts and Social Sciences
- College of Business and Management Studies
- College of Engineering
- College of Law
- College of Natural and Applied Sciences
- College of Pharmacy
- College of Health Sciences
Location
L.G.A, Main Campus, Mission Rd, Okada 302111, Edo
Website Link
Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa
Samuel Adegboyega University, founded in 2011 by the Apostolic Church Nigeria. The University has been renamed and is currently called Glorious Vision University.
Key Faculties/Colleges
- College of Basic and Applied Sciences
- College of Humanities
- College of Social and Management Sciences
- College of Law
Location
L.G.A, KM 1 Ebelle-Ehor Rd, Ogwa Town 310107, Edo
Website Link
Wellspring University, Evbuobanosa
Wellspring University was established in 2009.
Key Faculties
- College of Natural and Applied Sciences
- College of Computing
- College of Health Sciences
- College of Social and Management Science
Location
L.G.A, Irhirhi Rd, off Airport Road, Oka, Benin City 300102, Edo State
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Mudiame University, Irrua, Edo State
Mudiame University was founded by Professor Sunny Eromosele Eboh, CEO of Mudiame International Limited. It was approved by NUC in 2021.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Science and Computing
Location
P6H7+H2W L..G.A, Iki Opoji Rd, Irrua 310120, Edo
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Lighthouse University
Lighthouse University is a newly established private university committed to academic excellence and innovation in various fields.
Key Faculties
- Faculty of Science and Computing
- Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Location
Evbobanosa, Edo State
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