Bowen university is a private Christian university located in Iwo, a part of Osun state located in South west Nigeria. The university was founded in 2001 for learning and research. Bowen university students are instilled with the combination of academic excellence and love for humanity and God it is a Christian university s earlier stated with bachelors degree programs cutting across, Agriculture, Education, Medicine, Sciences, Social and Management sciences etc.
In this article we would be discussing thing you need to know about Bowen University
The students population is quite diverse but we do not have details on the student or staff population, however we know it is decently populated for a private university but not as populated as federal universities. Admission into Bowen University is somewhat competitive because the university has a good reputation and is quite affordable.
Bowen University school fees varies based on different programs and it ranges from N600,000 – n700,000, it also provides students with good hostels and other infastructure like a library and good college buildings.
Where Is Bowen University Located?
Some people and aspirants do not know where the school is. Let me quickly answer that question.
The school is located in Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria.
Bowen University School Fees For New Students
One of the cardinal things you need to know about any institution is the school fees.
Why? Because it is a crucial factor in the admission process and requirements.
However, your school fees at BU depend on the course or program you want to study, just like other institutions.
So, what are Bowen University’s school fees for freshers?
The total amount of freshers’ schools per semester is N231,900 – N1,500,000.
Bowen University Courses And Admission Requirements
What is the list of courses CU offers? I have listed all the Bowen University courses and the admission requirements in another blog post.
Bowen University Post UTME
The institution is one of the private universities in Nigeria that conduct the Post UTME exam for its candidates.
The school this year’s Post UTME form is out and on sale for its candidates all over the country.
The Post UTME form costs Ten Thousand Naira (N10,000), and the money is nonrefundable.
Also, you can visit the school portal to register and purchase your Post UTME form.
Bowen University Cut-Off Mark
The school cut-off mark is 180. So, to be eligible for admission into the school, you must score 180 and above in your JAMB UTME exam.
Does BU Accept Second Choice?
No, the institution does not accept second-choice candidates. The school only accept first-choice candidates.
Does BU Accept Awaiting Results?
Yes, the institution accepts awaiting results. So, you can apply for admission if you are still waiting for your O-Level results.
Faculty Of Agriculture
Students in the Faculty of Agriculture are required to fully pay all Fees and Levies in Schedules C, D and E as applicable PLUS a minimum of N300,000.00 from the Session Fees (Schedule A) in the First Semester before Registration. The balance are to be paid on resumption for the Second Semester.
Faculties Of Science & Science Education And Social & Management Sciences
Students are required to fully pay all Fees and Levies in Schedules C, D and E as applicable PLUS a minimum of N350,000.00 from the Session Fees (Schedule A) in the First Semester before Registration. The balance are to be paid on resumption for the Second Semester.
Faculty Of Law
Students are required to fully pay all Fees and Levies in Schedules C and D PLUS a minimum of N600,000.00 from the Session Fees (Schedule A) in the First Semester before Registration. The balance are to be paid on resumption for the Second Semester.
Anatomy And Physiology
Students in Anatomy and Physiology in the Faculty of Medicine are required to pay all Fees and Levies in B, C, D and E as applicable PLUS a minimum of N350,000.00 from the Session Fees (Schedule A) in the First Semester before Registration. The balance must be paid within the first week of resumption of the Second Semester.
Nursing And Physiotherapy
Students in Departments of Nursing & Nursing Science and Physiotherapy are required to pay all Fees and Levies in B, C and E as applicable PLUS a minimum of N400,000.00 from the Session Fees (Schedule A) in the First Semester before Registration. The balance must be paid within the first week of resumption of the Second Semester.
MBBS Pre-Clinical
Students in the Pre-Clinical of the Medicine and Surgery Programme are required to pay all Fees and Levies in B, C, D and E as applicable PLUS a minimum of N900,000.00 from the Session Fees (Schedule A) in the First Semester before Registration. The balance must be paid within the first week of resumption of the Second Semester.
MBBS Clinical
Students in the Clinical of the Medicine and Surgery Programme are required to pay all Fees and Levies in B, C and D as applicable PLUS a minimum of N750,000.00 from the Session Fees (Schedule A) within the first week of resumption in March, 2017, a second instalment of N750,000.00 on or before July 31, 2017 and the balance of N491,500.00 on or before November 30, 2017.
Faculty Of Education
Students in the Faculty of Education are required to fully pay all Fees and Levies in Schedules B, C and E PLUS a minimum of N250,000.00 from the Session Fees (Schedule A) in the First Semester before Registration. The balance are to be paid on resumption for the Second Semester.
All Students are required to registered for their semester courses within the first three weeks of resumption. Registration is contingent on payment of all prescribed fees. Late registration after three weeks attracts a penalty of 5 percent of whatever amount stands against the student as total outstanding fees.
Feeding shall be by approved Cafeteria Services for which students themselves Pay As They Eat (PATE).
To access information on each of the categories, A, B, C, D, E, check here: http://bowenuniversity.edu.ng/new/index.php/14-sample-data-articles/165-payment-instruction-for-returning-students
Courses Offered At Bowen University
Below are courses offered at Bowen University
College of Medicine
Anatomy
Medicine and Surgery
Nursing Science
Physiotherapy
Physiology
Faculty of Agriculture
Agricultural Economics and Farm Management
Animal Science and Fisheries Management
Food Science and Technology
Nutrition and Dietetics
Crop production, Soil, and Environmental Management
Faculty of Science and Science Education
Biological Sciences: with Microbiology, Zoology and Plant Biology departments
Biochemistry
Chemistry and Industrial Chemistry
Mathematics and Statistics
Computer Science and Information Technology
Physics and Solar Energy.
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
Accounting
Banking and Finance
Business Administration
Economics
Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
Mass Communication
Sociology
Political Science and Diplomatic Studies
Faculty of Humanities
Communication and Performing arts
English
History and International Studies
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Faculty of Education
Biology
Library and Information Science
Economics
English
Business Education
Educational management
Faculty of Agriculture
Animal Science
Agricultural Economics
Crop Protection
Environmental Management
Food Science and Technology
Faculty of Science and Science Education
Microbiology
Mathematics
Chemistry
Computer Science and Information Technology
Physics
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
Accounting
Banking and Finance
Business Administration
Economics
Mass Communication
Sociology
Bowen University Admission
Admission Requirements for Undergraduates
Bowen University offers admission for UTME and Direct- entry-level students. Prospective applicants can find the general admission requirements at apply.bowenuniversity-edu.org.
These general admission requirements include:
- Prospective applicants are required to sit for the compulsory Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and obtain the prescribed cut-off mark.
- Applicants are also required to fill an online application form on the University’s website.
- Prospective candidates are required to have a minimum of 5’ O’Level credits in Mathematics, English and three other relevant subjects, obtained in no more than two (2) sittings.
Admission Requirements for Postgraduates:
The General admission requirements for prospective postgraduate candidates are as follows:
- Applicants must be graduates of the University or any other University recognized by the school’s senate and possess acceptable grades. For PGD programme, applicants must have a minimum of a third class degree; for Master’s, applicants must possess a bachelor degree and have a grade of not less than Second Class Lower Division; for Ph.D., applicants must possess a masters degree with a minimum average score of 60%.
- Applicants must provide on request NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter.
- Prospective applicants must prepare for an examination of interview organized by the department of choice.
I hope you find this article helpful as well as interesting.
