Education

UNILAG confirms tuition fees hike

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced an adjustment in the tuition fees for both returning and new students of the institution.

This was contained in a statement issued by the university management on Friday night.

According to the institution, the upward review in the fees is with effect from September 1, 2023.

The university stated: “After careful deliberations with its stakeholders comprising of students, parents/guardians, staff unions, and alumni among others, the University of Lagos management has reviewed the obligatory fees (mandatory charges for an academic session/year) of new and returning undergraduate students of the institution.

“The adjustment in these fees which will take effect from first semester 2023/2024 academic session, is in view of the prevailing economic realities and the need for the university to be able to meet its obligation to its students, staff, and municipal service providers among others.

READ ALSO: UNILAG increases tuition fees from N19,000 to N190,250

“It is also pertinent to note that the university has not increased its obligatory fees in recent years.

“Management, therefore, seeks the kind understanding and support of students and other stakeholders with assurance of its commitment toward ensuring that students get the best learning experience.”

A breakdown of the fees shows that the mandatory charges for one academic session for new undergraduate students include N126,325 for courses without laboratory/studio.

UNILAG also fixed N176,325 as mandatory charges for one academic session for courses with laboratory and studio.

A further breakdown of the approved mandatory charges for one academic year or session for returning students showed that they would pay N100,750 for courses without laboratory and studio.

UNILAG added that approved charges for all medical students of the institution is N190,250.

It noted that utility charges of N20,000 would be paid by all undergraduate students, while a total of N30,000 to be paid by all final year students.

According to the university, charges for field trips, where such is a mandatory requirement of the course of study, will be determined as the need arises.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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