University of Calabar: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #3428 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #82 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #15 of 157 | In Nigeria |
| #1 of 3 | In Calabar |
| #463 of 1,187 | For Radio and Television broadcasting |
| Top50% | For 82 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 30%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- unical.edu.ng
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 30% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Senior School Certificate (SSCE) or equivalent, with 5 passes at credit level, taken at no more than 2 sittings, and either University Matriculation Examination UTME or (for direct entry) General Certificate of Education (GCE) ‘A’ level in 3 subjects or equivalent. For a Master’s degree, candidates must possess either a First or Second Class Honours Degree of the University of Calabar or an equivalent degree from another recognised University with a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.75 on 4 grading point system or 3.44 on 5 grading point system. Candidate for Ph.D degree shall be required to hold good Master’s degree in the relevant field of the University of Calabar or any recognised University. |
| Academic Calendar | October to July |
We've calculated the 30% acceptance rate for University of Calabar 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
University of Calabar has published 8,727 scientific papers with 55,722 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Medicine, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Political Science, Sociology, Physics, and Law.
University of Calabar majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 46 | 63 |
| 1992 | 46 | 85 |
| 1993 | 50 | 66 |
| 1994 | 38 | 72 |
| 1995 | 35 | 69 |
| 1996 | 29 | 80 |
| 1997 | 38 | 122 |
| 1998 | 35 | 121 |
| 1999 | 43 | 134 |
| 2000 | 42 | 150 |
| 2001 | 40 | 159 |
| 2002 | 64 | 202 |
| 2003 | 79 | 276 |
| 2004 | 138 | 325 |
| 2005 | 154 | 380 |
| 2006 | 134 | 484 |
| 2007 | 153 | 564 |
| 2008 | 108 | 775 |
| 2009 | 137 | 972 |
| 2010 | 164 | 1225 |
| 2011 | 215 | 1341 |
| 2012 | 258 | 1618 |
| 2013 | 303 | 1941 |
| 2014 | 307 | 2333 |
| 2015 | 334 | 2353 |
| 2016 | 392 | 2212 |
| 2017 | 449 | 2302 |
| 2018 | 476 | 2521 |
| 2019 | 662 | 3081 |
| 2020 | 740 | 4051 |
| 2021 | 939 | 5697 |
| 2022 | 828 | 7798 |
| 2023 | 866 | 10059 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Calabar 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 (NGN) |
|---|---|
| Faculty of Arts | 35,000 |
| Faculty of Education | 35,000 |
| Faculty of Law | 45,000 |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | 40,000 |
| Faculty of Science | 40,000 |
| Faculty of Social Sciences | 35,000 |
| Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences | 50,000 |
| Faculty of Clinical Sciences | 60,000 |
| Faculty of Dentistry | 60,000 |
| Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences | 50,000 |
| Faculty of Public Health | 50,000 |
| Faculty of Pharmacy | 60,000 |
The University of Calabar 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 University of Calabar.
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 | Agricultural Economics, Agriculture, Anatomy, Animal Husbandry, Aquaculture, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Crop Production, Cultural Studies, Dentistry, Economics, Education, English, Fishery, Forestry, Genetics, Geography, Geology, History, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mathematics, Medical Technology, Medicine, Microbiology, Modern Languages, Nursing, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Physics, Physiology, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Public Health, Radiology, Religious Studies, Sociology, Soil Science, Statistics, Theatre, Translation and Interpretation, Zoology |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy | Agricultural Economics, Anatomy, Animal Husbandry, Aquaculture, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Crop Production, Cultural Studies, Dentistry, Economics, Education, English, Fishery, Forestry, Genetics, Geography, Geology, History, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mathematics, Medicine, Modern Languages, Nursing, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Physics, Physiology, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Public Health, Radiology, Religious Studies, Sociology, Soil Science, Statistics, Theatre, Translation and Interpretation, Zoology |
University of Calabar alumni
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Ini Edo
- Occupations
- film actoractor
- Biography
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Iniobong Edo Ekim is a Nigerian actress. Ini Edo began her film career in 2000, and has featured in more than 200 movies since her debut. In 2013, Ini Edo was a judge for the Miss Black Africa UK Pageant and De9jaSpirit Talent Hunt. In 2014, Miss Ini Edo was appointed by the United Nations as a United Nations Habitat Youth Envoy.
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Kate Henshaw
- Occupations
- actor
- Biography
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Kate Henshaw, also known as Kate Henshaw-Nuttall, is a Nigerian actress. In 2008 she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her performance in the movie Stronger than Pain.
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Iyanya
- Occupations
- songwritersinger
- Biography
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Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, known by his stage name Iyanya, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. He rose to fame after winning the first season of Project Fame West Africa, and is best known for his hit single "Kukere". He released his debut studio album My Story in 2009; it was supported by the singles "No Time" and "Love Truly". Iyanya co-founded the record label Made Men Music Group with Ubi Franklin in 2011. His second studio album, titled Desire, was released in February 2013. It supported by the singles "Kukere", "Ur Waist", "Flavour", "Sexy Mama", and "Jombolo". He won the Artist of the Year award at The Headies 2013. In October 2016, Iyanya announced on Instagram that he signed a record deal with Mavin Records. Few months prior, he signed a management deal with Temple Management Company. He first announced his intentions to leave Made Men Music Group in July 2016. In 2024 Iyanya release his new album, 'Once Upon A Cat' Under the Made Men Music Group Record Label.
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Stephanie Okereke
- Occupations
- film directormodelscreenwriteractor
- Biography
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Stephanie Okereke Linus // is a Nigerian actress, film director and model. She has received several awards and nominations for her work as an actress, including the 2003 Reel Award for Best Actress, the 2006 Afro Hollywood Award for Best Actress, and three nominations for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2005, 2009 and 2010. She was also the runner up for the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria beauty pageant of 2002. In 2011, she was honoured by the Nigerian government with a national honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic, MFR.
University of Calabar faculties and divisions
| College : Medical Sciences | Dentistry, Medicine |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Agriculture | Agricultural Economics, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Environmental Studies, Food Science, Forestry, Natural Resources, Soil Science, Wildlife |
| Faculty : Arts | Arts and Humanities, Communication Arts, English, French, History, International Studies, Linguistics, Literature, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Theatre, Translation and Interpretation |
| Faculty : Biological Sciences | Biotechnology, Botany, Genetics, Microbiology, Zoology |
| Faculty : Education | Adult Education, Biology, Chemistry, Continuing Education, Economics, Education, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, English, Geography (Human), Health Education, History, Humanities and Social Science Education, Information Sciences, Library Science, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Physical Education, Physics, Political Sciences, Religion, Science Education, Special Education, Technology Education, Vocational Education |
| Faculty : Law | International Law, Law, Private Law, Public Law |
| Faculty : Management Sciences | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing |
| Faculty : Marine Sciences | Marine Science and Oceanography, Social and Community Services |
| Faculty : Physical Sciences | Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics |
| Faculty : Social Sciences | Administration, Economics, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Geography (Human), Political Sciences, Public Administration, Regional Planning, Social Sciences, Social Work, Sociology |
| Institute : African and Indigenous Studies | African Studies, Indigenous Studies |
| Institute : Education | Education |
| Institute : Public Policy and Administration | Public Administration |
General information
| Alternative names | UNICAL |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1975 |
| Accreditation | National Universities Commission |
| Motto | Knowledge for Service |
Location and contacts
| Address | PMB 1115 Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria |
|---|---|
| City population | 371,000 |