Benson Idahosa University: Statistics

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#6414 of 14,131 In the World
#254 of 1,104 In Africa
#55 of 157 In Nigeria
#2 of 3 In Benin
#4441 of 4,775 For Finance
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Quick Review

Religion
Christian
Acceptance rate
49%
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Private
Highest Degree
Doctorate
Website
www.biu.edu.ng
Languages
English

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate49%
Admissions RequirementsCompetitive admission
Academic CalendarSemesters

We've calculated the 49% acceptance rate for Benson Idahosa University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.

Research profile

Benson Idahosa University has published 413 scientific papers with 1,358 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Engineering, Medicine, Chemistry, Business, Economics, Political Science, and Law.

Publications
413
Citations
1,358

Benson Idahosa University majors

by publication & citation count

Biology
224 / 1,073
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
223 / 469
Environmental Science
218 / 1,036
Engineering
162 / 562
Medicine
160 / 777
Chemistry
160 / 956
Business
151 / 280
Economics
150 / 293
Political Science
147 / 298
Law
145 / 297
Mathematics
141 / 303
Computer Science
140 / 369
Physics
130 / 269
Statistics
119 / 272
Geology
112 / 508
Geography and Cartography
109 / 215
Sociology
108 / 207
Philosophy
107 / 198
Ecology
104 / 528
Genetics
86 / 525
Biochemistry
85 / 579
Paleontology
84 / 448
Organic Chemistry
83 / 712
Development Studies
82 / 225
Psychology
80 / 154
Quantum and Particle physics
73 / 142
Finance
72 / 169
History
72 / 158
Linguistics
72 / 135
Archaeology
71 / 155
Botany
64 / 221
Pathology
55 / 338
Management
53 / 45
Machine Learning
53 / 75
Materials Science
51 / 150
Agricultural Science
48 / 381
Econometrics and Mathematical Economics
47 / 51
Nutrition and Food Science
42 / 381
Public Health
42 / 85
Marketing
40 / 103

Annual publication & citation counts

Year Publications Citations
2005 1 4
2006 2 3
2007 4 6
2008 1 19
2009 8 24
2010 9 17
2011 14 20
2012 11 24
2013 21 38
2014 14 62
2015 14 78
2016 22 59
2017 26 69
2018 35 69
2019 43 99
2020 35 128
2021 49 165
2022 50 166
2023 49 263
Academic rankings

Tuition

The tuition table for Benson Idahosa University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.

Program Tuition Cost (per semester)
Faculty of Agriculture ₦250,000
Faculty of Arts and Education ₦300,000
Faculty of Law ₦500,000
Faculty of Management and Social Sciences ₦350,000
Faculty of Science ₦400,000

The currency used is Nigerian Naira (₦).

Benson Idahosa University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.

Programs and Degrees

The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Benson Idahosa University.

Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.

Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral
Art & Design Yes Yes No
Biology Yes No No
Business Yes Yes No
Chemistry Yes No No
Computer Science Yes No No
Economics Yes Yes No
Engineering Yes No No
Environmental Science Yes No No
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Yes Yes No
Mathematics Yes No No
Medicine No No No
Physics Yes No No
Psychology Yes No No
Postgraduate Diploma Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Banking, Computer Science, Education, Finance, Microbiology
Master's Degree Accountancy, Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Biochemistry, Business Administration, Computer Science, Economics, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, English, International Relations and Diplomacy, Mathematics, Microbiology, Public Administration
Master of Philosophy Accountancy, Agricultural Economics, Animal Husbandry, Biochemistry, Economics, Mathematics, Microbiology
Doctor of Philosophy Accountancy, Agricultural Economics, Animal Husbandry, Biochemistry, Economics, Mathematics, Microbiology

Notable alumni

  1. Chris Oyakhilome

    Chris Oyakhilome
    Born in
    Nigeria Flag Nigeria
    Years
    1963-.. (age 61)
    Occupations
    pastorwriter
    Biography

    Christian Oyakhilome, known as Pastor Chris, is a Christian faith leader, preacher, author, philanthropist, televangelist and president of Loveworld Incorporated. He is most well known as the founding pastor of the Mega Church Christ Embassy and author of the daily devotional Rhapsody of Realities.

  2. Blossom Chukwujekwu

    Blossom Chukwujekwu
    Born in
    Nigeria Flag Nigeria
    Years
    1983-.. (age 41)
    Occupations
    film produceractor
    Biography

    Blossom Chukwujekwu is a Nigerian actor, who made his professional acting debut in 2009. In 2015, he won the Best Supporting Actor Award at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards.

  3. Nwachukwu Uti

    Nwachukwu Uti
    Years
    1982-.. (age 42)
    Occupations
    actor
    Biography

    Uti Nwachukwu is a style icon, TV personality, actor and the co-host of the Nigerian show Jara. He is a native of Ndokwa, Aboh Kingdom, Ndokwa East Local Government Area, Delta State, Nigeria.

  4. Lilian Afegbai

    Lilian Afegbai
    Born in
    Nigeria Flag Nigeria
    Years
    1991-.. (age 33)
    Occupations
    film actor
    Biography

    Lilian Afegbai is a Nigerian actress and film producer. She is a former Big Brother Africa housemate. In 2018 she won the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) for the Indigenous movie of the Year for her production debut Bound in 2018. In 2019, she launched her lingerie and gym Wear line "Lilly’s Secret"

  5. Anita Alaire Afoke Asuoha

    Anita Alaire Afoke Asuoha
    Born in
    Nigeria Flag Nigeria
    Years
    1990-.. (age 34)
    Occupations
    actor
    Biography

    Anita Alaire Afoke Asuoha is a Nigerian stand-up comedian, actor, and social media host, known by her stage name Real Warri Pikin.

  6. Amanda Mike-Ebeye

    Amanda Mike-Ebeye
    Born in
    Nigeria Flag Nigeria
    Years
    1986-.. (age 38)
    Occupations
    actormodel
    Biography

    Amanda Mike-Ebeye is a Nigerian actress and a part-time model. She is known for her roles in Clinic Matters and Super Story.

  7. Muna

    Muna
    Born in
    Nigeria Flag Nigeria
    Years
    1987-.. (age 37)
    Occupations
    modeltelevision presenterartistrappersinger
    Biography

    Munachi Abii // is a Nigerian rapper/hip-hop artist, songwriter, tv host, model, actress and beauty pageant titleholder. She performs under the name Muna. She is the winner of Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) 2007. She is an Igbo lady who hails from Imo state.

Benson Idahosa University faculties and divisions

Faculty : Agriculture Agricultural Economics, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Fishery, Forestry, Soil Science
Faculty : Arts and Education Business Education, Christian Religious Studies, Computer Education, Economics, Education, English, Foreign Languages Education, French, Humanities and Social Science Education, Information Sciences, International Relations and Diplomacy, International Studies, Library Science, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Political Sciences, Religious Studies, Science Education, Theology
Faculty : Basic and Health Sciences Anatomy, Medical Technology, Nursing, Physiology
Faculty : Engineering Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Faculty : Law Civil Law, Law, Private Law, Public Law
Faculty : Medicine Medicine
Faculty : Science Biological and Life Sciences, Physics
Faculty : Social and Management Sciences Accountancy, Anthropology, Banking, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, International Relations and Diplomacy, Mass Communication, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Sociology

General information

Alternative names BIU
Founded 2002
Accreditation Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC)
Motto Academic excellence with Godliness
Colors gold, white, blue

Location and contacts

Address PMB 1100 University Way, Off Upper Adesuwa Grammar School Rd
Benin City, Edo State
Nigeria
City population 1,147,000

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