Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) is one of the leading medical universities in Nigeria and Africa. Established in 2018, BMU offers a range of medical and science courses across five faculties and 18 departments. If you are interested in studying at BMU, you might want to know how much it costs to attend this prestigious institution. In this post, we will provide you with the latest information on BMU School Fees for the 2023/2024 academic session, as well as other relevant details such as acceptance
How Much are BMU School Fees for 2023/2024?
BMU fees depend on what you study and if you are an Indigene. Indigenes pay 131,000 naira for science degrees. Non-Indigene studying Medicine pay 808,000 naira, there is a 50,000 naira acceptance fee you must pay, and an optional 100,000 naira housing fee. Make checks payable to the following details:
- Account Name: Bayelsa Medical University
- Bank Name: First Bank PLC
- Account Number: 2034006892
BMU Acceptance Fee
The BMU acceptance fee is the amount of money you have to pay to confirm your admission into the university. The acceptance fee for the 2024/2025 academic session is N50,000 for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates1 You have to pay the acceptance fee before the stipulated deadline, otherwise, you might lose your admission. The acceptance fee is non-refundable and does not include other fees such as school fees, departmental and faculty fees, accommodation fees, etc. ”
How to Pay BMU Acceptance Fee
- Log into the Bayelsa Medical University student portal at https://my.bmu.edu.ng/application/login
- Click “Check Admission Status” to view your admission details.
- If you have been offered admission, there will be a link provided to pay the acceptance fee.
- Click this acceptance fee link and proceed through the payment process. Make sure to have your credit/debit card or other payment method ready.
- Complete the acceptance fee transaction. Once paid, print or save your receipt for your records.
Bayelsa Medical University School Fees for Freshers
| Faculty | Indigenes | Non-Indigenes |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | N406,000 | N808,000 |
| Dentistry | N406,000 | N808,000 |
| Nursing | N306,000 | N608,000 |
| Pharmacy | N306,000 | N608,000 |
| Health Sciences | N306,000 | N608,000 |
| Basic Medical Sciences | N306,000 | N608,000 |
BMU School Fees for Nursing
According to Babcock University, school fees for Nursing are ₦306,000 for Indigene students and ₦608,000 for Non-Indigene students per year. Additional fees include a ₦50,000 acceptance fee and optional ₦100,000 accommodation fee. Therefore, total fees for Nursing range from ₦356,000 to ₦608,000 for Indigenes and ₦658,000 to ₦808,000 for Non-Indigenes.
BMU School Fees for Medicine
Babcock University’s school fees for Medicine & Surgery are ₦406,000 for Indigene students and ₦808,000 for Non-Indigene students annually. There is also a mandatory ₦50,000 acceptance fee and an optional ₦100,000 housing fee per year. In total, Medicine & Surgery students at Babcock can expect to pay between ₦456,000 and ₦806,000 for Indigenes and ₦858,000 to ₦1,008,000 for Non-Indigenes.
Bayelsa Medical University School Fees for all Courses 2023/2024
BMU school fees vary depending on the programme you choose and your indigene status. Indigenes are students who are from Bayelsa State or have parents or guardians who are from Bayelsa State. Non-indigenes are students who are from other states or countries.
The table below shows the breakdown of BMU school fees by programme and indigene status for the 2023/2024 academic session:
| Programme | Indigenes | Non-Indigenes |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine & Surgery, Dentistry | ₦406,000 | ₦808,000 |
| Nursing, Pharmacy | ₦306,000 | ₦608,000 |
| Medical Laboratory Science, Optometry, Physiotherapy, Radiography and Radiation Science | ₦306,000 | ₦308,000 |
| Community Health, Public Health, Health Information Management | ₦261,000 | ₦263,000 |
| Other Programs (Biology, Biochemistry, Computer Science, etc.) | ₦131,000 | ₦133,000 |
| Acceptance Fee | ₦50,000 | ₦50,000 |
| Accommodation Fee (optional) | ₦100,000 | ₦100,000 |
In summary, total fees range from ₦131,000 to ₦406,000 for admitted Indigene students and ₦133,000 to ₦808,000 for Non-Indigene students, depending on program of study.
BMU School Fees Payment
You can make payments into Bayelsa Medical University bank account using any of the following methods:
Online transfer: You can use any online banking platform such as First Bank PLC or Access Bank PLC to transfer money into the Bayelsa Medical University bank account using the following details:
- Account Name: Bayelsa Medical University
- Bank Name: First Bank PLC
- Account Number: 2034006892
Cash deposit: You can visit any branch of First Bank PLC or Access Bank PLC near your location and deposit cash into the Bayelsa Medical University bank account using the same details as above.
Cheque payment: You can write a cheque payable to Bayelsa Medical University and present it at any branch of First Bank PLC or Access Bank PLC near your location.
You will need to print out a receipt or confirmation slip after making your payment as proof that you have paid your fees.
When is the deadline for paying BMU School Fees?
- Fresh students: Within 2 weeks of admission offer letter
- Returning students: At resumption or within 1 month of resumption
Conclusion
We hope that this blog post has given you a clear idea of the BMU school fees for the 2023/2024 academic session, as well as some tips on how to pay them. If you have any questions or comments, please leave them below or contact us through our email or phone number. We wish you all the best in your academic journey at BMU!