Below is a detailed list of higher institutions in Ebonyi State:
1. Ebonyi State University (EBSU), Abakaliki
EBSU is the premier state-owned university in Ebonyi, established in 1999. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across faculties such as Law, Medicine, Social Sciences, Education, and Agriculture. The university also runs a teaching hospital that contributes to medical training and healthcare in the region.
2. Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike Ikwo (AE-FUNAI)
Founded in 2011, AE-FUNAI is one of Nigeria’s newer federal universities, named after the late Dr. Alex Ekwueme, Nigeria’s former Vice President. The university has grown rapidly, offering programmes in sciences, engineering, humanities, and management. Its serene campus environment attracts students from across the country.
3. Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana
Akanu Ibiam Polytechnic, located in Afikpo North, is one of Nigeria’s well-established polytechnics. It offers National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes in fields like Engineering, Business, Applied Sciences, and Environmental Studies.
4. Federal College of Agriculture, Ishiagu
This federal institution specialises in agricultural education and training. It runs diploma and certificate programmes designed to produce skilled manpower in agriculture, agribusiness, and food technology.
5. Evangel University, Okpoto
A private faith-based university owned by the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), Evangel University was founded to combine sound academics with moral and spiritual values. It offers undergraduate programmes in Natural Sciences, Management, Social Sciences, and Health Sciences.
6. Federal College of Education (Technical), Isu
This college trains future teachers, especially in science and technical subjects. It offers Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) and degree programmes (in affiliation with universities).
7. Ebonyi State College of Education, Ikwo (EBSCOEI)
EBSCOEI is a state-owned college that awards NCE qualifications and provides training for professional teachers. It is strategically located to serve local and regional students.
8. College of Health Sciences, Ezzamgbo
This specialised health institution trains students in allied health sciences, including medical laboratory sciences, health technology, and other paramedical courses.
9. School of Nursing and Midwifery, Mater Misericordiae Hospital, Afikpo
A faith-based nursing school that offers professional training in Nursing and Midwifery. Graduates are licensed to practice after completing the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) examinations.
10. School of Nursing and Midwifery, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki
This nursing school, attached to AE-FUNAI Teaching Hospital, offers structured nursing and midwifery programmes. It benefits from its close link to a federal teaching hospital, giving students access to real-time clinical training.
11. Ebonyi State College of Nursing and Midwifery (EBSCONMU), Uburu
EBSCONMU is a state-owned institution that provides training in Nursing, Midwifery, and Public Health. It has grown into one of the leading health training institutions in the state.
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