Umaru Musa Yar’Adua University (Umyu) (2025/2026 Session) School Fees And Acceptance Fee Breakdown

Congratulations oh! If you're reading this, then there's a strong chance you just got admitted into Umaru Musa Yar’Adua University (UMYU), Katsina. Or maybe your cousin did. Or your neighbor’s daughter. Either way, admission into a public university these days is not small feat. It’s like being chosen for a top-secret mission: Operation Degree Loading.

But before you start packing your boxes and composing those “first day on campus” captions for Instagram, there’s something very important you must do—PAY YOUR FEES.

Now, calm down. Before your blood pressure rises or your mum starts shouting, "How much again!?", this post will guide you step-by-step on the exact amount you’ll pay as a student of UMYU, whether you’re a fresher (aka newbie) or a returning student. I’ll also throw in some humor, survival tips, and financial wisdom from someone who has seen the four walls of a Nigerian university.

First Things First: The Acceptance Fee

Let’s start with the acceptance fee—because without it, forget everything else.

This is basically your way of telling the school, “Yes oh, I accept the admission! I’m ready to hustle, carry handouts, read under mango tree, and graduate with my mates!”

The good news? The acceptance fee is not too outrageous.

• If you’re from Katsina State (an indigene), you’ll pay just ₦5,000

• If you’re from any other state (non-indigene), it’s ₦10,000

Now add a little topping:

• Bank processing charge: ₦300

• Stamp duty: ₦50

So in total:

• Indigenes pay: ₦5,350

• Non-indigenes pay: ₦10,350

And let me just say this—please don’t joke with this payment. If you delay or ignore it, the school will assume you’re not serious and give your slot to another person on the waiting list. Don’t be that person who “almost entered school”.

How to Pay:

The school has made it quite easy. Just go to the official UMYU portal (not some suspicious agent oh), log in with your JAMB details, and follow the steps to make payment online or generate an invoice to pay at the bank. Once payment is successful, print your admission letter, do small thanksgiving, and prepare for the next phase.

Next Stop: School Fees Wahala – Let’s Talk Money

Now let’s address the elephant in the room—how much will school fees take from your account?

This is the one that scares parents. You can’t just say, “Daddy, Mummy, I got admission!” You must follow it up with “And I’ll need like ₦100,000 or so to start registration.”

Now, before they faint, let me break it down gently for you.

Freshers (100 Level)

If you’re just starting school (aka year one), your full package of fees is:

₦115,750

This includes everything:

• Tuition

• Library fee

• ICT/Internet services

• Student union dues

• Examination fees

• Medical services

• GNS materials

• Departmental charges

• Portal and ID card charges

It’s a one-size-fits-all fee. Whether you’re studying Biology, Law, Computer Science, or Arabic, you’re paying the same ₦115,750.

If you ask me, this is relatively affordable, considering some private universities are asking for millions. At least here, your school fee won’t be more than your father’s car.

Returning Students (200L and Above)

Once you’ve survived year one, the fee reduces a bit:

₦65,000 per session

Why? Because some of the charges you paid in your first year were “one-time only” payments—like ID cards, GNS books, and some registration charges.

So for years 2 to 4 (or 5 if you’re studying Law or other longer courses), you’ll keep paying this ₦65,000 yearly—unless the school decides to review fees (which they rarely do without warning).

What About Hostel Fees?

If you want to live inside the school campus, you’ll need to pay for hostel accommodation. This one is not compulsory oh. It’s your choice. But as a fresher, it’s actually advisable—especially if you don’t know anybody in Katsina.

The hostel fee ranges from:

₦11,000 to ₦30,000 per session

It depends on the room type, location, and whether the hostel has “better amenities” like running water or light that actually works.

Please, hostel space is very limited and is allocated first come, first served. So if you’re planning to stay on campus, don’t wait too long to apply.

Hidden Charges & Bonus Fees (Yes, They Exist)

Let’s be honest—university payments don’t always end at “school fees”. Here are some extras you should plan for, even if nobody puts them on the official list:

• Departmental dues: ₦1,000 – ₦5,000

• Faculty charges: ₦1,500 – ₦3,000

• Textbooks/handouts: ₦2,000 – ₦10,000

• Photocopies and printing: ₦1,000 (because school loves paperwork)

• Late registration penalty: ₦5,000 or more

• Internet café services for scanning, uploading documents: ₦500 – ₦2,000

Altogether, you might want to budget an extra ₦10,000 – ₦15,000 for all these “side fees” that are not part of the original story.

Budgeting Tips from Your Favorite Blogger

Now that you’ve seen the figures, here’s how to budget like a boss and avoid unnecessary drama:

1. Don’t Pay Late!

Late payment = late clearance = late registration = stress. If you love peace, pay on time.

2. Save Ahead

If you already know UMYU is your first choice, start saving from the day you write JAMB. ₦2,000 weekly will take you far by the time admission drops.

3. Avoid Unofficial Agents

Don’t pay anybody “uncle” or “aunty” to help you process admission or fees. Use only the school portal and bank details. Scam is real and very painful.

4. Keep Receipts

Always print or screenshot every payment receipt. Save it on email, phone, Google Drive, and even in your mother’s room. You’ll thank me later.

5. Join Online Groups

If there’s a WhatsApp or Telegram group for your department or level, join oh! You’ll get information fast and avoid confusion.

Example Scenarios – Plan Like a Pro

Let’s imagine two students—Zainab and Musa.

Zainab (Katsina Indigene, 100 Level)

• Acceptance: ₦5,350

• School Fee: ₦115,750

• Hostel: ₦20,000

• Extras: ₦10,000
  Total: ₦151,100

Musa (Non-Indigene, Returning Student)

• School Fee: ₦65,000

• Hostel: ₦25,000

• Extras: ₦10,000
  Total: ₦100,000

So, depending on your category, you’ll need to budget anywhere between ₦100,000 and ₦150,000 to comfortably start the session.

Summary Table – At a Glance

Conclusion

Look, I know ₦100K+ sounds like a lot of money. But compared to the cost of private universities, this is still a very fair deal. And remember, this investment is not just in education—it’s in your future career, your confidence, your exposure, and even your friendships (some of which may turn into wedding invitations).

So, plan well. Pay early. Ask questions. And most importantly, enjoy the journey.

Welcome to UMYU, my dear future graduate. You’ve got this!