Ondo State, in Nigeria’s Southwest, is renowned for its commitment to higher education. It hosts several federal, state, and private universities, as well as polytechnics and colleges. With its diverse institutions, students in Ondo State have lots of academic paths to pursue from medical sciences to agriculture, from technology to teacher education.
Below are some of the confirmed institutions:
1. Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA)
Established initially in 1982 under the old Ondo State, named Ondo State University; later renamed Adekunle Ajasin University when Ekiti State was created. Offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across numerous faculties: Arts, Science, Social & Management Sciences, Agriculture etc. Known for serene campus environment and research efforts.
2. Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin
Founded in 2013 by Micheal Ade Ojo. Offers faculties including Engineering, Social & Management Sciences, Basic & Applied Sciences, Law and Humanities.
3. University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (UNIMED)
It is the first specialized medical university in Nigeria, focused on medical sciences, health sciences, public health, etc. Accredited by the National Universities Commission.
4. Sam Maris University, Supare-Akoko
Licensed in 2023, offers programmes in faculties such as Law, Nursing & Allied Sciences, Social Sciences & Management, Computer & Environmental Sciences.
5. Wesley University, Ondo City
Founded 2007, Christian university offering programmes across sciences, arts, social science, etc. Known for combining character and education.
6. Federal University of Technology, Akure
7. Achievers University
8. Federal College of Education Owo
9. Rufus Giwa Polytechnic” Confirmed as state polytechnic in Owo, Ondo State.
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