Federal University of Technology, Owerri: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4040 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #117 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #20 of 157 | In Nigeria |
| #1 of 2 | In Owerri |
| #792 of 1,021 | For Hydrology and Water resources management |
| Top50% | For 33 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 20%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- futo.edu.ng
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 20% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | 5 O'level credit passes in General Certificate of Education (GCE), or Senior School Certificate (SSC), or National Examination Council (NECO), or National Board for Technical Education (NABTEB) in relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics |
| Academic Calendar | October to July (October - February; March-July) |
We've calculated the 20% acceptance rate for Federal University of Technology, Owerri 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
Federal University of Technology, Owerri has published 4,230 scientific papers with 27,138 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Ecology, Medicine, and Materials Science.
Federal University of Technology, Owerri majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | 13 | 12 |
| 1993 | 8 | 17 |
| 1994 | 12 | 11 |
| 1995 | 16 | 17 |
| 1996 | 12 | 18 |
| 1997 | 11 | 24 |
| 1998 | 7 | 25 |
| 1999 | 11 | 29 |
| 2000 | 14 | 33 |
| 2001 | 9 | 33 |
| 2002 | 19 | 75 |
| 2003 | 19 | 59 |
| 2004 | 36 | 54 |
| 2005 | 79 | 117 |
| 2006 | 103 | 147 |
| 2007 | 37 | 216 |
| 2008 | 29 | 364 |
| 2009 | 32 | 449 |
| 2010 | 55 | 591 |
| 2011 | 69 | 606 |
| 2012 | 85 | 805 |
| 2013 | 112 | 901 |
| 2014 | 168 | 1155 |
| 2015 | 154 | 1079 |
| 2016 | 147 | 1196 |
| 2017 | 216 | 1048 |
| 2018 | 187 | 1250 |
| 2019 | 324 | 1626 |
| 2020 | 485 | 2223 |
| 2021 | 584 | 3068 |
| 2022 | 499 | 4000 |
| 2023 | 555 | 4933 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Federal University of Technology, Owerri 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 | Faculty | Indigene | Non-Indigene |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Engineering, Agriculture, Sciences | ,360;42,500 | ,360;47,500 |
| Undergraduate | Management Sciences, Social Sciences | ,360;37,500 | ,360;42,500 |
| Postgraduate | Engineering, Agriculture, Sciences | ,360;71,000 | ,360;81,000 |
| Postgraduate | Management Sciences, Social Sciences | ,360;66,000 | ,360;76,000 |
The Federal University of Technology, Owerri has 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 Federal University of Technology, Owerri.
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 | No | No | No |
| 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 | No | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Master's Degree | Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Animal Husbandry, Environmental Engineering, Food Science, Mathematics, Polymer and Plastics Technology, Public Health |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy | Animal Husbandry, Environmental Engineering, Food Science, Mathematics |
Notable alumni
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Ndubuisi Ekekwe
- Occupations
- academic
- Biography
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Ndubuisi Ekekwe // is a Nigerian business person. He is the founder of First Atlantic Semiconductors & Microelectronics – West Africa's leading embedded systems company. His working experience includes Analog Devices Corp where he co-designed a generation accelerometer for the iPhone and created the company's first wafer level chip scale package for inertial sensor. He is a player in the U.S. semiconductor industry where he develops innovative microchip and invented a micro-controller for medical robots. Ndubuisi Ekekwe was named in 2020 by The Guardian (Nigeria) as one of 60 Nigerians In 60 Years Making “Nigerian Lives Matter”.
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Waconzy
- Occupations
- songwriter
- Biography
-
Obinna Kelvin Anyanwu, better known by stage name Waconzy, is a singer, songwriter, record producer and philanthropist with family roots in Umuahia, Abia State. He is the founder of Dv8 Media and the Waconzy Foundation. He rose to prominence in 2010 with his song "I Celebrate" which appeared on the I Celebrate album. His second album Money Back Guarantee was released in 2013. He is currently signed to Dv8 Media.
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Paul Obiefule
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
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Paul Ikechukwu Obiefule // is a Nigerian retired footballer.
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Chris Ekiyor
- Years
- 1972-.. (age 52)
- Occupations
- politiciandentist
- Biography
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Chris Ekiyor is a dental surgeon and the president emeritus of the Ijaw Youth Council. He is the founder of RAHI Medical Outreach, an NGO that meets the health needs of rural Africa with a focus on the Niger Delta region.
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Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji // is a Nigerian politician and former member of parliament who represented Umuahia Central State Constituency. He served as the 11th Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly since June 10, 2019 till June 10, 2023. He was unanimously elected as the Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly on the 10th of June, 2019 during the Inauguration of the 7th Abia State House of Assembly.
Federal University of Technology, Owerri faculties and divisions
| Centre : Agricultural Research | Agriculture |
|---|---|
| Centre : Energy and Power Systems Research | Energy Engineering, Power Engineering |
| Institute : Erosion Studies | Earth Sciences |
| School : Agriculture and Agricultural Sciences | Agricultural Economics, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Aquaculture, Crop Production, Fishery, Forestry, Soil Science, Wildlife |
| School : Engineering and Engineering Technology | Agricultural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Food Technology, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Polymer and Plastics Technology, Textile Technology |
| School : Environmental Technology | Building Technologies, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Environmental Studies, Regional Planning, Surveying and Mapping, Town Planning |
| School : Health Technology | Biomedical Engineering, Biomedicine, Dental Technology, Dentistry, Health Sciences, Optometry, Orthopaedics, Physical Therapy, Public Health |
| School : Management Technology | Finance, Information Management, Management, Marine Transport, Philosophy, Transport and Communications, Transport Management |
| School : Science | Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Laboratory Techniques, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Statistics |
General information
| Alternative names | FUTO |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1980 |
| Accreditation | National University Commission(NUC); Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) |
| Motto | Technology for Service |
Location and contacts
| Address | PMB 1526 Owerri, Imo State Nigeria |
|---|---|
| City population | 908,000 |