University of Port Harcourt: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1762 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #30 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #5 of 157 | In Nigeria |
| #1 of 4 | In Port Harcourt |
| #187 of 1,251 | For Petroleum Engineering |
| Top50% | For 79 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 15%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.uniport.edu.ng
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 15% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | University Matriculation Examination (UME) following secondary school education |
| Academic Calendar | October to July (October - February; April-July) |
We've calculated the 15% acceptance rate for University of Port Harcourt 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 Port Harcourt has published 8,721 scientific papers with 70,083 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Engineering, Medicine, Physics, Ecology, Geology, and Organic Chemistry.
University of Port Harcourt majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 55 | 110 |
| 1992 | 41 | 146 |
| 1993 | 40 | 143 |
| 1994 | 25 | 133 |
| 1995 | 31 | 146 |
| 1996 | 36 | 181 |
| 1997 | 25 | 174 |
| 1998 | 16 | 175 |
| 1999 | 22 | 164 |
| 2000 | 19 | 183 |
| 2001 | 12 | 167 |
| 2002 | 30 | 257 |
| 2003 | 37 | 226 |
| 2004 | 87 | 282 |
| 2005 | 104 | 369 |
| 2006 | 83 | 422 |
| 2007 | 96 | 507 |
| 2008 | 42 | 498 |
| 2009 | 57 | 635 |
| 2010 | 117 | 807 |
| 2011 | 159 | 991 |
| 2012 | 194 | 1245 |
| 2013 | 248 | 2427 |
| 2014 | 265 | 4071 |
| 2015 | 321 | 4930 |
| 2016 | 447 | 4599 |
| 2017 | 455 | 4403 |
| 2018 | 585 | 4692 |
| 2019 | 753 | 5185 |
| 2020 | 841 | 6002 |
| 2021 | 1050 | 7305 |
| 2022 | 940 | 7825 |
| 2023 | 994 | 8309 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Port Harcourt 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.
| Faculty | Program | Tuition (NGN) |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Humanities | Bachelor of Arts | 120,000 |
| Faculty of Humanities | Bachelor of Education | 120,000 |
| Faculty of Humanities | Bachelor of Fine Arts | 120,000 |
| Faculty of Social Sciences | Bachelor of Science in Economics | 150,000 |
| Faculty of Social Sciences | Bachelor of Science in Geography | 150,000 |
| Faculty of Social Sciences | Bachelor of Science in Political Science | 150,000 |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | Bachelor of Science in Accounting | 180,000 |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | Bachelor of Science in Finance and Banking | 180,000 |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | Bachelor of Science in Management | 180,000 |
| Faculty of Engineering | Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering | 200,000 |
| Faculty of Engineering | Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering | 200,000 |
| Faculty of Engineering | Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics Engineering | 200,000 |
| Faculty of Science | Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry | 180,000 |
| Faculty of Science | Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | 180,000 |
| Faculty of Science | Bachelor of Science in Microbiology | 180,000 |
The University of Port Harcourt 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 Port Harcourt.
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 |
| Postgraduate Diploma | Education |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Accountancy, Agricultural Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cultural Studies, Economics, Education, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Fashion Design, Finance, Fine Arts, Geography, Geology, Health Education, Health Sciences, History, International Business, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Microbiology, Modern Languages, Nuclear Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Philosophy, Physics, Political Sciences, Psychology, Public Administration, Religion, Sociology, Sports, Statistics, Telecommunications Engineering, Textile Design, Theatre, Transport and Communications |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Cultural Studies, Design, Economics, Education, Electrical Engineering, English, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Finance, Fine Arts, Geography, Geology, Health Education, History, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Medicine, Microbiology, Modern Languages, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Physical Education, Physics, Political Sciences, Religion, Sociology, Statistics, Theatre |
University of Port Harcourt alumni
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Goodluck Jonathan
- Occupations
- international forum participantpolitician
- Biography
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Goodluck Ebele Azikiwe Jonathan is a Nigerian politician who served as the president of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015. He lost the 2015 presidential election to former military head of state General Muhammadu Buhari and was the first incumbent president in Nigerian history to concede defeat in an election and therefore allow for a peaceful transition of power.
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Sinach
- Years
- 1972-.. (age 52)
- Occupations
- worship leadersingersongwriter
- Biography
-
Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu, known professionally as Sinach, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and senior worship leader, serving in this capacity for over 30 years. She is the first singer-songwriter to top the Billboard Christian Songwriter chart for 12 weeks in a row. Her song "Way Maker" received three nominations and won the Song of the Year at the 51st GMA Dove Awards, making her the first Nigerian to win the Award. She also won the BMI song of the year, and in 2021 was recognized by the US Congress while on tour in the United States of America.
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Agbani Darego
- Occupations
- modelbeauty pageant contestantfashion model
- Biography
-
Chief Ibiagbanidokibubo Asenite 'Agbani' Darego, MFR is a Nigerian model and beauty queen who was crowned Miss World 2001. She was the first black African to win Miss World.
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Rita Dominic
- Years
- 1975-.. (age 49)
- Occupations
- modeltelevision personalityactorfilm producerinvestor
- Biography
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Rita Uchenna Nkem Dominic Nwaturuocha // is a Nigerian actress. In 2012, Rita Dominic won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
University of Port Harcourt faculties and divisions
| College : Health Sciences | Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Haematology, Health Sciences, Medicine, Microbiology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Social and Preventive Medicine, Surgery |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Agriculture | Agriculture |
| Faculty : Education | Accountancy, Adult Education, Continuing Education, Cultural Studies, Curriculum, Education, Educational Administration, Educational and Student Counselling, Educational Psychology, English, French, Health Education, History, Humanities and Social Science Education, International Relations and Diplomacy, Religious Studies, Sports, Theatre, Visual Arts |
| Faculty : Engineering | Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering |
| Faculty : Humanities | African Languages, Arts and Humanities, Communication Studies, English, Fine Arts, French, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Linguistics, Literature, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Theatre |
| Faculty : Management Sciences | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing |
| Faculty : Science | Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Industrial Chemistry, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Physics, Statistics, Zoology |
| Faculty : Social Sciences | Administration, Economics, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Geography (Human), Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Sociology |
| Institute : Agricultural Research and Development | Agriculture |
| Institute : Education | Education |
| Institute : Maternal and Child Care | Child Care and Development |
| Institute : Petroleum Studies | Petroleum and Gas Engineering |
| School : Business | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing |
General information
| Alternative names | Uniport |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1975 |
| Accreditation | National Universities Commission (NUC) |
| Motto | For Enlightenment and Self-Reliance |
| Colors | blue, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | PMB 5323 Choba Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria |
|---|---|
| City population | 1,006,000 |