Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, is home to several esteemed nursing institutions offering accredited programs for aspiring nurses. Whether you’re aiming for a diploma, degree, or specialized training, these schools provide quality education and practical experience to prepare you for a successful nursing career. Here are the top 10 best nursing schools in Abuja.
List of the Top 10 Best Nursing Schools in Abuja
1. FCT School of Nursing, Gwagwalada
Accreditation
Provisional accreditation since February 2021 by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) .(NursesMesh.Com)
Programs Offered
Basic Nursing, Post-Basic Midwifery.(SchoolGist)
Admission Quota
75 students for Basic Nursing, 70 for Post-Basic Midwifery .
Tuition Fees
Approximately ₦136,000 to ₦163,000 for new students; ₦25,000 for subsequent years .(FirstClassNigeria)
Admission Requirements
TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR FCT COLLEGE OF NURSING SCIENCES APPLICATION
Note that any falsification of information will lead to disqualification of application, thus, ensure that the information provided are correct and true.
Entry Requirement: Candidates must have scored a minimum of 180 in the 2024 UTME conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and selected the FCT College of Nursing Sciences, Gwagwalada, Abuja, as their first choice.
Age Requirement: Candidates must have reached the age of 16 years or above at the time of application. This is mandatory requirement for all prospective students.
Entry Requirement: Minimum of 5-credit O-level (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Biology in not more than two sittings.
Entry Requirement: O-Level Certificate Combination: WAEC-WAEC, WAEC-NECO, NECO-NECO and NABTEB-NABTEB.
Application Fee: ND/HND Candidates are to Pay Non-refundable Fee of N2,200 Naira (2,000 Naira for Post-UTME and 200 Naira for FCT Nursing and Midwifery Committee) via the application portal .
Method of Screening: Computer Based Test (CBT) covering English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Current Affairs.
EXAMINATION: Screening test will commence on the 17TH September, 2024 – 19TH September, 2024.
Candidates should endeavor to print the registration slip which carries their examination Date, Time and Venue. Present the original Post UTME/Post Basic Nursing Registration slip on the screening day.Candidates with awaiting result are not eligible.
Contact
Website: consap.fcthhss.abj.gov.ng
Facebook: FCT Schools of Nursing and Midwifery
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2. School of Nursing, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH)
Accreditation
Fully accredited by NMCN.
Programs Offered
Basic Nursing, Post-Basic Nursing, Midwifery.
Tuition Fees
Approximately ₦136,000 to ₦163,000 for new students; ₦25,000 for subsequent years (FirstClassNigeria).
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission into the School of Post Basic Critical Care Nursing, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH), Gwagwalada, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid practicing license issued by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
- Possess at least five (5) credits in O’Level subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry – obtained in no more than two sittings (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB).
HOW TO APPLY
There are two ways to apply: Offline (at the school complex) or Online (via the official website).
Application Fees
- N7,200 – Payable via REMITA (Federal Government Payment Portal).
- Additional N200 to be paid into FCT NMCC, Account Number: 2034009628, First Bank.
TO PAY FOR THE FORM ONLINE
Follow these steps to pay through REMITA:
- Visit www.remita.net
- Click on “Pay TSA & State” → Select “Pay Federal Government of Nigeria”.
- Under Name of MDA, input: U.A.T.H
Under Name of Service, select: IGR (Internally Generated Revenue).- Enter your full name, email address, and phone number.
- Confirm transaction and proceed to payment.
- Copy the RRR (Remita Retrieval Reference) number.
- Take the RRR to any commercial bank to make your payment.
- Scan and save the Remita receipt or bank printout, along with the bank teller.
TO FILL THE APPLICATION FORM ONLINE
- Scan the following:
- A recent passport photograph
- The bank teller and Remita payment receipt
- Visit www.uathospital.ng
- Scroll down and click on “APPLY FOR ADMISSION”
- Read the instructions carefully.
- Click on “CLICK HERE TO VIEW APPLICATION FORM”
- Fill in the application form and submit it online.
- Check your email for a PDF copy of your filled form.
- Print out the submitted application form.
- On the entrance examination day, come along with:
- The printed application form
- The original bank teller and Remita receipt
CONTACT FOR ENQUIRIES
For further information or clarification, contact the school directly:
- Phone Numbers:
08056206826, 08055475957, 08033895519, 08036767591- Email: [email protected]
Note: Do not contact anyone outside the listed phone numbers and email address to avoid fraud.
Contact:
Website: www.uath.gov.ng
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0704 004 5614
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3. Queen Elizabeth School of Nursing, Abuja
- Accreditation: Fully accredited by NMCN.(NursesMesh.Com)
- Programs Offered: Basic Nursing.(NMCN)
- Tuition Fees: Approximately ₦100,000 to ₦250,000 per session, depending on the program and year of study .(WakaAbuja)
- Admission Requirements:
- Five credits in WAEC/NECO/NABTEB, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Applicants must be at least 17 years old.
- Contact:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 0907 904 0028
- Facebook: Queen Elizabeth School of Nursing
4. School of Nursing, National Hospital Abuja
- Accreditation: Fully accredited by NMCN.
- Programs Offered: Basic Nursing, Post-Basic Nephrology Nursing, Post-Basic Oncology Nursing.(SchoolGist)
- Program Duration: 12 months for Post-Basic programs (November 2024 to November 2025) .(SchoolGist)
- Admission Requirements:
- Five credits in WAEC/NECO/NABTEB, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Applicants must be at least 17 years old.
- Contact:
- Website: www.nationalhospital.gov.ng
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 0809 752 0012
5. Department of Nursing Science, University of Abuja
- Accreditation: Fully accredited by NMCN.
- Programs Offered: Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc), Postgraduate programs.(SchoolGist)
- Admission Requirements:
- Five credits in WAEC/NECO/NABTEB, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- UTME score meeting the university’s cut-off mark.
- Contact:
- Website: www.uniabuja.edu.ng
- Instagram: @uniabuja_nursing_allied_health
6. Department of Nursing Science, Baze University
- Accreditation: Fully accredited by NMCN.(My Legit School)
- Programs Offered: Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc).
- Admission Requirements:
- Five credits in WAEC/NECO/NABTEB, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- UTME score meeting the university’s cut-off mark.
- Contact:
- Website: www.bazeuniversity.edu.ng
- Email: [email protected]
- Instagram: @bazeuni_abuja
7. Department of Nursing, Veritas University
Accreditation: Fully accredited by NMCN.
Programs Offered: Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc).
Admission Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
The following candidates are eligible to apply for our undergraduate programs:
- Candidates who made Veritas University, Abuja their first or second choice in their current UTME application form and have scored a minimum of:
- 200 and above (for Nursing and Pharmacy)
- 220 and above (for Law)
- 170 and above for every other program in the last UTME
- All other candidates interested in studying at Veritas University, even if Veritas University is not their choice in JAMB.
- Direct entry and Transfer Candidates wishing to transfer from other Universities to Veritas University, Abuja.
Transfer Candidates
**Admissions requirements for Transfer candidates:**
- Transfer fee of 200,000 naira for students who are considered for admission after screening.
- CGPA of 1.5 for other courses except the Health sciences who need 3.5 and above.
How to Apply
If you meet the eligibility criteria outlined above, click the button below to APPLY NOW!
Veritas University offers a very flexible application process tailored to meet the needs of different categories of candidates.
Fees & Financial Aid
We understand that financing your education is important. Here’s information on tuition fees and financial aid options available to undergraduate students:
Financial aid application process: Learn about the financial aid application process and the steps involved in securing financial assistance.
Tuition fees & payment options: Find detailed information on tuition fees for different programs and available payment options.
Scholarships and bursaries: Explore our scholarship and bursary opportunities to help offset the cost of your education.
Contact:
Website: www.veritas.edu.ng
Instagram: @officialveritasuniversity
8. Department of Nursing Sciences, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
Accreditation
Fully accredited since June 2021 by NMCN .(NursesMesh.Com)
Programs Offered
Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc) for Registered Nurses.
Admission Requirements
Candidates intending to enter the B.NSc Nursing Programme must satisfy the University admission requirements as follows:
- At least five (5) credit passes at not more than two sittings at the Senior Secondary School Certificate (WASCE/SSCE/NECO) examinations in the following subjects:
English Language
Mathematics
Biology or Health science
Chemistry
Physics- In addition to (1) above, Applicants must Present:
Six months working experience, and letter of attestation from current place of clinical practice for registration.
Registered Nurse Certificates of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
A valid practice license issued by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
Contact
Website: www.nou.edu.ng
Phone: 0807 991 7938
Email: [email protected]
9. Yagongwo College of Nursing and Midwifery, Kuje Abuja
UTME score meeting the college’s cut-off mark for ND
Accreditation: Fully accredited by NMCN.
Programs Offered: Registered Nursing, Registered Midwifery, National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND) in Nursing Sciences.
Admission Requirements: Five credits in WAEC/NECO/NABTEB, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
10. Novena University Study Centre – Department of Nursing (Abuja Campus)
- Accreditation: ✅ Fully accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN). Novena is one of the few private universities in Nigeria offering a nursing program through its Abuja study center.
- Programs Offered:
- Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc)
- Tuition Fees:
- Estimated at ₦500,000 – ₦750,000 per session, depending on program level and course load.
- Admission Requirements:
- Minimum of five (5) credits in WAEC/NECO/NABTEB including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Valid UTME result meeting nursing cut-off mark.
- Direct Entry candidates with a registered nursing certificate (RN) may be considered.
- Why Choose Novena (Abuja Campus):
- Located in Abuja for easy access.
- Combines academic excellence with modern clinical training facilities.
- Flexible study options, particularly beneficial for working students or adult learners.
- Contact:
- Website: www.novenauniversity.edu.ng
- Email: [email protected]
- Instagram: @novenauniversityofficial
