Lagos State University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #3329 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #77 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #13 of 157 | In Nigeria |
| #744 of 1,244 | For Political Economy |
| Top50% | For 38 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 25%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- lasu.edu.ng
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 25% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Universities Matriculation Examination (UME) following secondary school education, or direct entry for holders of the Higher School Certificate (General Certificate of Education, Advanced ('A') Level) |
| Academic Calendar | September to July |
We've calculated the 25% acceptance rate for Lagos State 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
Lagos State University has published 4,370 scientific papers with 29,898 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Medicine, Environmental Science, Political Science, Law, Chemistry, Sociology, Engineering, and Computer Science.
Lagos State University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 10 | 21 |
| 1992 | 13 | 40 |
| 1993 | 6 | 42 |
| 1994 | 6 | 46 |
| 1995 | 4 | 51 |
| 1996 | 18 | 51 |
| 1997 | 6 | 50 |
| 1998 | 9 | 46 |
| 1999 | 8 | 55 |
| 2000 | 12 | 44 |
| 2001 | 8 | 62 |
| 2002 | 16 | 57 |
| 2003 | 23 | 76 |
| 2004 | 33 | 93 |
| 2005 | 43 | 111 |
| 2006 | 42 | 138 |
| 2007 | 44 | 231 |
| 2008 | 63 | 240 |
| 2009 | 72 | 363 |
| 2010 | 89 | 508 |
| 2011 | 83 | 667 |
| 2012 | 175 | 810 |
| 2013 | 214 | 948 |
| 2014 | 202 | 1192 |
| 2015 | 176 | 1327 |
| 2016 | 209 | 1427 |
| 2017 | 262 | 1464 |
| 2018 | 259 | 1612 |
| 2019 | 261 | 1957 |
| 2020 | 395 | 2517 |
| 2021 | 481 | 3608 |
| 2022 | 470 | 4417 |
| 2023 | 583 | 4707 |
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 Lagos State 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 | 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, Anatomy, Arabic, Biochemistry, Botany, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Christian Religious Studies, Communication Studies, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Electronic Engineering, English, Environmental Management, Fishery, French, Geography, Health Education, History, Human Resources, Islamic Studies, Law, Literature, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Music, Occupational Therapy, Physics, Physiology, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Public Health, Social Work, Sociology, Sports, Sports Management, Theatre, Transport and Communications, Zoology |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy | African Languages, Anatomy, Arabic, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Christian Religious Studies, Communication Studies, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Electronic Engineering, Fishery, French, Geography, Health Education, History, Islamic Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Music, Physics, Physiology, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Sociology, Theatre, Zoology |
Lagos State University alumni
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Wizkid
- Occupations
- singermusiciansongwriter
- Biography
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Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, known professionally as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. A prominent figure in the modern day Afrobeats music scene, he is regarded as one of the most commercially successful and most influential African recording artists of the 21st century.
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Desmond Elliot
- Enrolled in Lagos State University
- Graduated with Bachelor of Science in economics
- Occupations
- actorfilm directorpolitician
- Biography
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Desmond Oluwashola Elliot is a Nigerian director, and politician. He was elected as a lawmaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Surulere Constituency, in the 11 April 2015 Nigerian General Elections. Elliot competed to become the ambassador for the Face of Hope Project, a "volunteer-based non-profit, non-religious, non-political organization established to give hope to the hopeless", in which he will work toward fixing "child illiteracy in Nigeria and Africa at large" should he emerge. He won best supporting actor in a drama at the 2nd Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards and was nominated for best supporting actor at the 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards.
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Ada Ogochukwu Ehi
- Enrolled in Lagos State University
- Graduated with Bachelor of Science
- Occupations
- recording artistsongwritersingermedia personality
- Biography
-
Ada Ogochukwu Ehi, also simply known by her stage name Ada, is a Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, recording and performing artist. She started her musical career at the age of 10 as a backup singer for child star Tosin Jegede. Since she professionally started her music career under Loveworld Records in 2009, she has increasingly gained local and international popularity through her songs and music videos.
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Annie Macaulay–Idibia
- Occupations
- beauty pageant contestantmodelpresenteractor
- Biography
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Annie Macaulay–Idibia listen is a Nigerian model, presenter, and actress. She was nominated in the "Best Supporting Actress" category at the 2009 Best of Nollywood Awards.
Lagos State University faculties and divisions
| Centre : Environment and Science Education | Environmental Studies, Science Education |
|---|---|
| College : Medicine | Medicine, Surgery |
| Faculty : Arts | African Languages, Arabic, Arts and Humanities, Christian Religious Studies, Communication Arts, English, French, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Islamic Studies, Literature, Modern Languages, Music, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Theatre |
| Faculty : Education | Curriculum, Education, Educational Administration, Health Education, Physical Education |
| Faculty : Engineering | Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer and Plastics Technology |
| Faculty : Law | Law |
| Faculty : Management Sciences | Accountancy, Business Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Labour and Industrial Relations, Management, Public Administration |
| Faculty : Science | Aquaculture, Biochemistry, Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Fishery, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Zoology |
| Faculty : Social Science | Economics, Geography, Political Sciences, Sociology |
| School : Communication | Communication Studies, Mass Communication |
| School : Postgraduate Studies | Administrative Law, Advertising and Publicity, African Languages, Anatomy, Applied Mathematics, Arabic, Biochemistry, Botany, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Christian Religious Studies, Commercial Law, Communication Studies, Community Health, Computer Education, Computer Engineering, Curriculum, Economics, Education, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, Educational Psychology, Educational Technology, Electronic Engineering, English, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Fishery, Foreign Languages Education, Forensic Medicine and Dentistry, Geography, Health Administration, Health Education, History, Human Resources, International Business, International Law, International Relations and Diplomacy, International Studies, Islamic Law, Journalism, Labour and Industrial Relations, Labour Law, Management, Maritime Law, Marketing, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Mechanical Engineering, Microbiology, Natural Resources, Occupational Health, Parks and Recreation, Pathology, Physical Education, Physics, Physiology, Polymer and Plastics Technology, Public Administration, Public Health, Public Relations, Radio and Television Broadcasting, Regional Planning, Science Education, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Technology Education, Tourism, Town Planning, Transport and Communications, Zoology |
General information
| Alternative names | LASU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1983 |
| Accreditation | National Universities Commission; Council for Legal Education in Nigeria; Medical and Dental Council in Nigeria; Council for Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria |
| Motto | Per la verità e di servizio For Truth and Service |
Location and contacts
| Address | PMB 01 Ojo, Lagos State Nigeria |
|---|---|
| City population | 609,000 |