Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4432 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #134 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #27 of 157 | In Nigeria |
| #1 of 2 | In Ado Ekiti |
| #662 of 1,187 | For Radio and Television broadcasting |
| Top50% | For 38 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 10%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- eksu.edu.ng
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 10% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Senior School Certificate (SSC) or General Certificate of Education (GCE) 'O' levels, with credits in 5 relevant subjects, obtained at no more than 2 sittings; and University Matriculation Examination (UME). Some courses have additional requirements. International applicants: equivalent qualifications and UME |
| Academic Calendar | October to July (October - March; April-July) |
We've calculated the 10% acceptance rate for Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti 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
Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti has published 5,065 scientific papers with 24,646 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Sociology, Political Science, Law, and Physics.
Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 11 | 3 |
| 1992 | 8 | 4 |
| 1993 | 5 | 11 |
| 1994 | 5 | 7 |
| 1995 | 3 | 14 |
| 1996 | 3 | 13 |
| 1997 | 5 | 12 |
| 1998 | 6 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 | 14 |
| 2000 | 5 | 11 |
| 2001 | 3 | 13 |
| 2002 | 9 | 25 |
| 2003 | 5 | 21 |
| 2004 | 18 | 27 |
| 2005 | 32 | 60 |
| 2006 | 42 | 66 |
| 2007 | 26 | 75 |
| 2008 | 26 | 115 |
| 2009 | 36 | 162 |
| 2010 | 56 | 201 |
| 2011 | 94 | 268 |
| 2012 | 133 | 400 |
| 2013 | 225 | 547 |
| 2014 | 204 | 683 |
| 2015 | 231 | 790 |
| 2016 | 299 | 779 |
| 2017 | 313 | 943 |
| 2018 | 392 | 1261 |
| 2019 | 440 | 1695 |
| 2020 | 563 | 2695 |
| 2021 | 639 | 3634 |
| 2022 | 541 | 4464 |
| 2023 | 620 | 4955 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti 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 session) |
|---|---|
| Faculty of Agriculture | ₦77,500 |
| Faculty of Arts | ₦77,500 |
| Faculty of Education | ₦77,500 |
| Faculty of Engineering | ₦77,500 |
| Faculty of Law | ₦77,500 |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | ₦77,500 |
| Faculty of Science | ₦77,500 |
| Faculty of Social Sciences | ₦77,500 |
Currency: Nigerian Naira (₦)
Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti 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 Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti.
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 | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Master's Degree | African Languages, Biochemistry, Botany, Business Administration, Crop Production, Education, English, Environmental Studies, Finance, Geology, History, Law, Management, Philosophy, Religion, Soil Science |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy | African Languages, Arabic, Biochemistry, Business Administration, Education, English, Ethics, Geology, History, International Studies, Islamic Studies, Law, Linguistics, Philosophy, Plant Pathology, Religion |
Notable alumni
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Kingsley Kuku
- Occupations
- environmentalistpolitician
- Biography
-
Kingsley Kuku is a Nigerian political and environmental rights activist, the special adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria on Niger Delta Affairs and the chairman of the Presidential Amnesty Programme.
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Gbenga Elegbeleye
- Years
- 1964-.. (age 60)
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Gbenga Elegbeleye Listen is a Nigerian sports administrator and a politician. Gbenga Elegbeleye is the Director-General of the National Sports Commission in Nigeria. He was a legislator in the House of Representatives (Nigeria).
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Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata
- Years
- 1979-1993 (aged 14)
- Occupations
- television presenterentrepreneur
- Biography
-
Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata Jnr. also known as CFA is a Nigerian journalist and a former television presenter at Channels TV. He is into digital marketing and known as a technology entrepreneur with focus on business coaching and public speaking. He hosted the first virtual telehealth conference of Nigeria’s telemedicine company, CareClick with the theme ‘The Future Of Healthcare Today’ on 24 September 2020. He was involved in various ICT-related companies that contributed to the development of the Founder Institute. He is known as the founder of Pacer Venture and has links with Climate Action Africa. He is the MD/CEO of Anambra State ICT Agency.
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Nelson Olanipekun
- Occupations
- lawyer
- Biography
-
Nelson Olanipekun is a Nigerian human rights lawyer, entrepreneur, and founder of Citizens' Gavel. He graduated from Ekiti State University and the University of Ibadan. He started Citizens' Gavel in 2017, which aims to improve the pace of justice delivery through the use of technology. He is notable for being a co-strategist and legal counsel for the End SARS campaign alongside Segun Awosanya in 2017.
Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti faculties and divisions
| College : Medicine | Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Health, Epidemiology, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Pathology, Physiology, Surgery |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Agricultural Sciences | Agricultural Economics, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Environmental Studies, Fishery, Forestry, Soil Science, Wildlife |
| Faculty : Arts | African Languages, Arts and Humanities, English, French, History, International Studies, Linguistics, Literature, Philosophy, Religious Studies |
| Faculty : Education | Accountancy, Adult Education, African American Studies, Agricultural Education, Biology, Business Education, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, Educational Testing and Evaluation, English, Foreign Languages Education, French, Geography, Health Education, History, Humanities and Social Science Education, Mathematics, Philosophy of Education, Physical Education, Physics, Political Sciences, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Religious Studies, Science Education, Social Studies, Technology Education, Vocational Education |
| Faculty : Engineering | Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| Faculty : Law | Law, Private Law, Public Law |
| Faculty : Management Science | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Finance, Management |
| Faculty : Science | Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Laboratory Techniques, Mathematics, Microbiology, Natural Sciences, Physics, Zoology |
| Faculty : Social Sciences | Economics, Geography, Political Sciences, Psychology, Regional Planning, Social Sciences, Sociology |
| Institute : Science Laboratory Technology | Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Laboratory Techniques, Microbiology, Physics, Zoology |
General information
| Alternative names | EKSU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1982 |
| Accreditation | National Universities Commission (NUC) |
| Motto | Knowledge, Honour, Service |
| Colors | red, yellow, black |
Location and contacts
| Address | PMB 5363 Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State Nigeria |
|---|---|
| City population | 447,000 |