Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey towards a rewarding nursing career? Look no further! In this comprehensive blog post, we’ve compiled a list of nursing schools in Nigeria, along with their application deadlines and general admission requirements. Whether you’re a prospective nursing student or know someone aspiring to become a nurse, this guide will help you kickstart your path to success.
List of Nursing Schools and Application Details
- Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Idi-Araba, Nursing School:
- Application deadline: Not specified
- Application form fees: N10,000
- Delta State School of Nursing:
- Application deadline: Not specified
- Entrance date: Saturday, 20th March 2021
- Application form fees: N10,000
- Nursing School, Sacred Heart Hospital, Lantoro, Abeokuta:
- Application deadline: Wednesday, 19th July 2025
- Application form fees: N15,000
- School of Nursing Bowen University Teaching Hospital Ogbomoso:
- Application deadline: 27th May 2025
- Application form fees: N10,000
- UNTH School of Nursing Enugu:
- Application Fee: N10,000
- Application deadline: Not specified
- OAUTHC School of Nursing, Ile-Ife:
- Application Fee: N10,000
- Closing date: Not specified
- Oyo State College of Nursing, Eleyele, Ibadan:
- Application deadline: Not specified
- Application form fees: N10,500
- UCH School of Nursing Ibadan:
- Application deadline: Not specified
- Application fees: N10,500
- UMTH School of Nursing:
- Application deadline: 30th June 2022
- Application fees: N6,000
- NKST School of Nursing Mkar:
- Application deadline: 1st August 2025
- Application fee: N20,000
General Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission into a nursing school, you must meet the following general requirements:
- A minimum of five credit passes in subjects like Mathematics, English, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology at O’Level.
- The credits should be obtained in not more than two sittings from WAEC, GCE, SSCE, NECO, or NABTEB.\
FAQs:
Schools Selling Forms: Includes top federal/state institutions (e.g., LUTH, UITH, OAUTHC, UBTH, Ogun State College of Nursing) and many private colleges (e.g., Peacock College, Mater Misericordiae, Our Lady of Lourdes).
Admission Requirements: 5 O’level credits (English, Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics); some require JAMB (for ND/HND).
Application Fees & Cut-off Marks: Fees range ₦7,500–₦35,000; cut-off marks vary (100–200 depending on school).
Application Process: Forms are bought online via school portals or at campuses; applicants must complete forms, pay fees, and sit for screening exams.
Important Reminders: Deadlines differ by school (some in August–September 2025); verify details on official school sites to avoid scams.
Conclusion
Don’t miss the opportunity to pursue your dream of becoming a nurse. Seize the moment by applying to the nursing school of your choice for the 2025/2026 academic session. Ensure you meet the general admission requirements and submit your application before the specified deadlines.