Federal University Dutse (FUD) School Fees Structure for 2024/2025 Academic Session
The Federal University Dutse (FUD) is one of the federal universities located in Jigawa State, Nigeria. The university was established in February 2011 under the administration of former president Goodluck Jonathan.
FUD runs various undergraduate and postgraduate programs across faculties like Science, Arts, Social Sciences, Education, Agriculture, Management Sciences, Medicine and Surgery, and more. As a federal university, the tuition fees at FUD are regulated by the Nigerian government to be affordable.
This article provides an in-depth overview of the approved FUD school fees breakdown for new and returning students for the 2023/2024 academic calendar.
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FUD School Fees for New Students 2023/2024
Below is an outline of the FUD academic fees payable by students newly admitted into 100 level for the 2023/2024 academic session:
Acceptance Fee for New FUD Students
Upon admission into FUD, all fresh students are required to pay a one-time acceptance fee of ₦2,000 to confirm their admission. This non-refundable fee enables new students to proceed with the registration process.
Tuition Fee for New FUD Students
As a federal university, FUD does not charge any tuition fees for new Nigerian students across all programs except Medicine and Surgery. Only international students have to pay tuition based on rates set by the school.
For Medicine and Surgery, the tuition fee for new students is ₦50,000 per session.
Other Fees for New FUD Students
Apart from tuition, new FUD students will need to pay other compulsory fees totaling ₦112,000 for most programs and ₦87,000 for Medicine and Surgery. This includes fees for:
- Registration and examinations
- Departmental and faculty dues
- Medical registration
- Sports development
- Student union dues
- Identity card
- Library registration
- Freshers orientation
- Caution fees
- etc.
Total FUD School Fees for New Students
Therefore, the total school fees payable by new FUD students for most programs is ₦114,000 covering acceptance fee and other charges.
For Medicine and Surgery, new students pay ₦139,000 per session including the ₦50,000 tuition fee.
The fees are paid per session covering two semesters. New UTME-admitted students will pay extra Post-UTME registration charges.
FUD School Fees for Returning Students 2023/2024
Below is an overview of the breakdown of FUD academic fees payable by returning students from 200 level up to final year for the 2023/2024 academic calendar:
Tuition Fee for Returning FUD Students
Similar to the fresh students, FUD does not charge any tuition fees for returning Nigerian students except those in Medicine and Surgery. The tuition for returning Medicine students remains ₦50,000 per session.
Other Fees for Returning FUD Students
Apart from tuition, returning FUD students are required to pay other mandatory fees and charges totaling ₦79,000 per session for non-final year students.
For final year students, the other fees total ₦84,000 covering charges like examinations, medicals, departmental dues, ID card renewal, library fee, student union fee, etc.
Total FUD School Fees for Returning Students
Therefore, the total school fees payable by non-final year FUD returning students is ₦79,000 per session.
For final year students, the total payable fees is ₦84,000 per session excluding tuition.
All fees are paid per academic session consisting of two semesters.
Additional Notes about FUD School Fees
It is important to note the following about the FUD school fees structure:
- The fees stated are for the 2023/2024 session only and subject to review.
- All FUD school fees are paid per academic session and not per semester.
- Specialized courses like Medicine have higher tuition costs.
- High demand courses may also pay slightly higher fees.
- Accommodation fee is separate although minimal for those able to secure.
- Indigent FUD students can apply for scholarships, bursaries or waivers.
- Late payments attract fines and incomplete payment restricts portal access.
- Students should check portals regularly for any changes in fees.
In summary, the total fees for new FUD students is ₦114,000 (₦139,000 for Medicine), while returning students pay ₦79,000 (non-final year) and ₦84,000 (final year) per session respectively.
Federal Univeristy Dustse School Fees SUMMERY
| Fee Category | Amount (Naira) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 40,000 |
| Examination Fee | 5,000 |
| Library Fee | 2,000 |
| ICT Fee | 1,500 |
| Health Fee | 1,000 |
| Development Fee | 1,000 |
| Other Charges | 1,500 |
| Total Fees for Fresh Students | 114,000 |
| Returning Students | |
| Returning Student (Non-Final Year) | 79,000 |
| Returning Student (Final Year) | 84,000 |
| Additional Fees | |
| Accommodation Fee (Hostel) | 100,000 |
| Meal Fee (3 meals per day) | 30,000 |
| Transport Fee (academic session) | 10,000 |
| Total Cost | Approximately |
| Fresh Students | 200,000 |
| Returning Students | 160,000 |
How to Pay FUD School Fees
The process of paying school fees at FUD is outlined below:
- Get individual school fees invoice from the student portal after login.
- Select preferred payment method – bank deposit, transfer, card payment etc.
- Make payment to the University accounts based on invoice details.
- Collect bank teller or e-receipt and keep it safely.
- Visit student portal to confirm payment status and print slip.
- Submit payment evidence and teller at Bursary for issuance of official receipt.
Students should complete payments before deadlines to avoid penalties or suspension of portal access.
Conclusion
The cost of pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program at the Federal University Dutse is quite affordable for students. For the 2023/2024 academic session, the FUD school fees for new students is ₦114,000 (₦139,000 for Medicine) while returning students pay ₦79,000 (non-final year) and ₦84,000 (final year) per session respectively.
However, students are still advised to confirm the official fees structure from the FUD website before making payments.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Does FUD charge same fees for all courses?
A: No, Medicine and Surgery students pay higher tuition fees than other programs at FUD.
Q: Is FUD school fees payment per semester or session? A: The approved FUD fees are payable per academic session covering two semesters.
Q: Which students pay more fees at FUD – new or returning students? A: Generally, new FUD students pay slightly higher fees than returning students per session.
Q: What is the total school fees for new Medical students at FUD?
A: New Medical students at FUD pay ₦139,000 per session including tuition and other fees.
Q: Does FUD charge late registration or payment penalties? A: Yes, FUD charges fines like ₦1,000 per day for late registration, fee payment, course registration etc.
Q: How can an indigent student get financial assistance at FUD? A: They can apply for FUD scholarships, bursaries, student work program or other financial aid options.
Q: Where can newly admitted students confirm their fees? A: Check the FUD website at www.fud.edu.ng or visit the admission office for any changes to the approved fees.
Q: Is there an installment payment plan for FUD school fees? A: Yes, FUD may allow returning students owing fees to apply for payment by installments.
