The medical profession in Nigeria, as in many parts of the world, is highly revered and sought after.
With the increasing demand for quality healthcare, there has been a corresponding rise in the need for highly skilled medical professionals.
To meet this demand, private medical schools have emerged across Nigeria, offering quality education and more sophisticated facilities.
However, the pursuit of a medical degree at these institutions comes with a hefty price tag.
In this feature article, we explore the ten most expensive private medical schools in Nigeria for 2024.
School fees: N3,881,000 – N5,586,000 per year
In the 2023/2024 session, medical students at Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, pay between N3,881,000 and N5,586,000 per year, depending on their academic level.
First-year students pay N4,567,500, 200-500 level students pay N5,586,000, and 600 level students pay N3,881,000.
These fees are exclusive of accommodation costs, which range from N250,000 to N850,000 per year.
The College of Health Sciences is a part of Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), offering medical education and training.
The College of Health Sciences at Afe Babalola University is fully accredited by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), which ensures that its curriculum and training methods meet the highest national standards.
The college has a quota of 200 students per academic year, making it one of the largest private medical schools in Nigeria.
