Delta State University (Delsu) (2025/2026 Session) Acceptance Fee And School Fees

So, you just checked your JAMB CAPS and—boom—“Congratulations! You’ve been offered admission into Delta State University, Abraka.” Whether you screamed in your room, danced in your compound, or just smiled silently with tears in your eyes (we know it’s emotional), this post is for you. You’ve crossed the first big hurdle. But guess what’s next?

Fees.

Yes, that part where the euphoria meets the reality of bank alerts, online payments, and receipts. Whether you’re from Delta or not, this blog post will walk you through the acceptance fee and school fees of DELSU in a simple, engaging, and totally human way.

You don’t need to be a financial analyst or have a Ph.D. in decoding university websites. Just sit down, relax, and let’s talk about the money part of becoming a proud DELSU student.

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First Things First – What Is an Acceptance Fee and Why Must You Pay It?

Let’s start with the obvious. What exactly is an acceptance fee?

Think of it as your official “Yes!” to the university. DELSU says, “Hey, we’ve given you admission.” And you respond, “Thanks! I’m coming,” by paying this fee. Without it, they assume you’re unserious or already considering another school (or maybe Canada?).

So, paying the acceptance fee secures your slot. DELSU won’t hold your space forever if you don’t show some financial commitment.

How Much Is DELSU Acceptance Fee?

Now to the juicy part. How much is it? That depends on two things:

1. The course you’ve been offered.

2. Whether you’re from Delta State or not (yes, being a Deltan gives you a bit of a discount).

Here’s a rough idea:

• Medicine, Law, Nursing:

  • Deltans: ₦65,000

  • Non-Deltans: ₦75,000

• Engineering, Pharmacy, Health Sciences:

  • Deltans: ₦60,000

  • Non-Deltans: ₦70,000

• Other Faculties (Arts, Sciences, Education, etc.):

  • Deltans: ₦50,000

  • Non-Deltans: ₦60,000

This payment is non-refundable. So don’t go paying it in a hurry if you’re still unsure about accepting the admission. Once it’s paid, you’re officially in—no going back (at least not with your money).

What Happens After You Pay Acceptance Fee?

Once you pay, the system updates your portal and unlocks the next phase: clearance and registration. You’ll be required to upload documents, fill in biodata, and maybe even visit the school for physical screening. It’s all part of the onboarding drama.

Also, you can now proceed to the next big one—the school fees.

DELSU School Fees: Now We’re Talking Full Package

School fees are a bit more serious. While acceptance fee is a one-time payment, school fees are every year (or session). And unlike some private universities that just quote a single fee, DELSU’s school fee varies by faculty and indigene status.

Let’s break it down.

1. Faculties That Pay Less (Relatively Speaking)

If you’re in Arts, Education, or Social Sciences, and you’re from Delta State, count yourself lucky. Your fees fall into the more affordable range.

• Deltans: Around ₦64,500

• Non-Deltans: ₦84,500

That’s for the full session, not per semester. Still, it’s not pocket change. That extra ₦20,000 for non-Deltans adds up if you’re sponsoring yourself or if your parents are juggling multiple children in school.

2. Faculties That May Pay Slightly More

Courses like Engineering, Law, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Medicine generally attract slightly higher school fees. And let’s be honest, it makes sense—labs, equipment, clinical training, and specialized faculty cost money.

So, if you’re one of the science gurus, prepare your wallet accordingly. In most cases though, the base range still falls around that ₦64,500 – ₦84,500 margin. But always confirm with your portal to be sure.

What’s Included in the School Fee?

Many people ask: “What am I even paying for?” Let me list some of the usual suspects in the breakdown:

• ICT/Technology Fee

• Library Development

• Examination Charges

• Student Union Government (SUG) dues

• Medical Services

• Sports and Games

• Utility and Maintenance

• ID Card

• Faculty and Departmental Dues

• Entrepreneurial Training Fees

It’s all bundled into one payment, so don’t expect to see all these items listed separately unless you dig deep into the portal printout. But rest assured: your school fees are not just vanishing into thin air.

What About Accommodation?

If you plan to stay in the school’s hostel, budget an additional ₦30,000 or so. This is optional, of course. Many students live off-campus in Abraka town, but if you want that full campus life experience, the hostel is a good start.

Just be ready: hostel allocation is like Black Friday shopping—first come, first served. Once you’re done with acceptance and school fees, rush to apply for a bed space.

Payment Timeline – Don’t Slack!

Please, and I say this with love: don’t delay your payments.

Universities are not like Nigerian parents who give you "grace period" to pay school fees. If the portal says the deadline is Friday, then best believe Saturday morning will be a locked portal and a locked future.

Missing your acceptance fee deadline can lead to automatic forfeiture of your admission. That would be a shame after all your hard work. Same for school fees—if you don’t pay on time, you may not be able to register for courses, write exams, or access your student dashboard.

How to Pay Your Fees Without Drama

Let me save you the stress and panic attacks. Here’s the payment process, simplified:

1. Log into the DELSU Portal

2. Click on the payment section (usually labeled as “School Fees” or “Acceptance Fee”)

3. Generate your invoice

4. Choose your payment option: Remita, bank transfer, or card payment

5. Pay and download your receipts

6. Print everything and keep both hard and soft copies

Don’t be the student who deletes receipts from email or doesn’t print until the cyber café is closed. Always print and keep backup copies—even if it means photocopying like it’s WAEC season.

Sample Budget Estimate for Freshers

Let’s break it down practically. Here’s an estimate for someone studying a non-professional course:

• Acceptance Fee: ₦50,000 (Deltan) / ₦60,000 (non-Deltan)

• School Fee: ₦64,500 (Deltan) / ₦84,500 (non-Deltan)

• Hostel (optional): ₦30,000

• Other expenses (clearance documents, passport photos, etc.): ₦10,000

Total Estimated:

• Deltans (Non-hostel): ₦124,500

• Non-Deltans (Hostel included): ₦184,500

This doesn’t include your textbooks, transportation, feeding, or new wardrobe for campus fashion, but it gives you a realistic starting point.

A Few Pro Tips for Newbies

• Don’t rush into making payments through third-party agents. Always use the official DELSU portal.

• Save every receipt. Even if it means scanning and emailing them to yourself.

• Budget for departmental and faculty dues. These may be collected separately during registration.

• Keep a “university folder.” Put all your receipts, documents, admission letter, JAMB results, and school ID in one place.

You’ll thank yourself later when clearance officers start asking for “that one paper” you didn’t think was important.

Final Thoughts – Is It Worth It?

Let’s be honest: school is not cheap. Even at a state university like DELSU, when you add everything up, it can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re self-sponsored or your parents are not swimming in money.

But the truth is: education is still one of the best investments you can make. That acceptance fee is not just money to the school—it's your “I’m ready” to a whole new future. And your school fees? That’s the currency of your ambition.

So, pay what you need to pay, show up in your best slippers (or crocs if you’re feeling Gen Z), and get to work. Your future self will look back and smile.

Have questions or want to share your own DELSU payment experience? Drop it in the comments or message me