BUK School Fees 2026/2027 (All Courses And Students)

BUK School Fees 2026/2027: This is the complete Guide for Freshers and Returning Students, and all you need to know about the current schedule of fees in BUK.

Navigating the financial requirements of tertiary education in Nigeria can be a frustrating task for many students and parents. As one of the most prestigious and oldest federal universities in Northern Nigeria, Bayero University, Kano (BUK), remains a top choice for thousands of applicants every year.

If you have secured admission or are looking to continue your studies for the 2026/2027 academic session at Bayero University Kano (BUK), then understanding the updated BUK fee structure is important for a hitch-free registration.

In this comprehensive guide, I will provide you with a complete breakdown of BUK school fees, hostel charges, payment procedures, and important tips to help you manage your finances effectively for the current academic session.

Overview of Bayero University, Kano (BUK)

Founded in 1975, Bayero University, Kano has grown from a small college to a world-class institution with multiple campuses—the Old Campus and the New Campus. Known for its academic excellence in Engineering, Medicine, and Arts, BUK provides quality education at a relatively affordable cost compared to private or state universities.

BUK School Fees 2026/2027

The BUK School Fees for the 2026/2027 session fees reflect the university’s commitment to maintaining facilities while keeping education accessible to the masses. Below is the detailed schedule you need to know.

The fees at BUK are categorized based on the faculty and the nature of the course (Laboratory-based vs. Non-Laboratory based).

Faculty / Programme	Fresh (100L UTME/200L DE)	Returning Students
Faculties of Arts & Islamic Studies	₦106,300	₦95,500
Faculty of Education (Science & Tech)	₦111,300	₦100,500
Faculty of Agriculture	₦112,300	₦101,500
Faculty of Engineering	₦112,300	₦101,500
Faculty of Communications	₦111,300	₦100,500
Faculty of Law	₦111,300	₦100,500
College of Health Sciences (Medicine)	₦171,300	₦160,500
B. Nursing Science	₦200,500	₦197,500
Faculty of Computer Science & IT	₦112,300	₦101,500

Note: These figures are estimates based on the current approved schedule. Students are advised to check their BUK Personalised Payment Form (BUKPPF) for the exact amount assigned to their specific department.

BUK School Fees for Fresh Students 2026/2027

Fresh students, comprising both 100-level UTME and 200-level Direct Entry (DE) candidates, usually pay higher fees than returning students due to one-off charges such as acceptance fees, orientation, and ID card processing.

The current school fees schedule for all fresh students of BUK in the 2026/2027 academic session ranges from ₦100,500 to ₦171,300. The fees per department for all new students are further arranged in a table and displayed below.

a. School Fees For Fresh Students 100 Level UTME

S/N	Programme	Fresh (Level 100 UTME)
1	B. (Ed) Science & Technical Education	₦111,300
2	B.A. (Ed)	₦111,300
3	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Agriculture	₦100,500
4	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Biology	₦111,300
5	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Economics	₦111,300
6	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/English	₦111,300
7	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Geography	₦111,300
8	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Islamic Studies	₦111,300
9	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Physics	₦111,300
10	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education and Community Services	₦111,300
11	B.A. (Ed) Arabic	₦111,300
12	B.A. (Ed) Early Childhood Education	₦111,300
13	B.A. (Ed) Education	₦111,300
14	B.A. (Ed) English	₦111,300
15	B.A. (Ed) French	₦111,300
16	B.A. (Ed) Geography	₦111,300
17	B.A. (Ed) Hausa	₦111,300
18	B.A. (Ed) History	₦111,300
19	B.A. (Ed) Islamic Studies	₦111,300
20	B.A. (Ed) Primary Education	₦111,300
21	B.A. (Ed) Special Education	₦111,300
22	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Economics	₦111,300
23	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/English	₦111,300
24	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Geography	₦111,300
25	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Hausa	₦111,300
26	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/History	₦111,300
27	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Islamic Studies	₦111,300
28	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Pol Science	₦111,300
29	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Sociology	₦111,300
30	B.A./B.Sc. Library and Information Science	₦111,300
31	B.A. Arabic	₦106,300
32	B.A. Arts Combined	₦106,300
33	B.A. English	₦106,300
34	B.A. French	₦106,300
35	B.A. Hausa	₦106,300
36	B.A. History	₦106,300
37	B.A. Islamic Studies	₦106,300
38	B.A. Library and Information Science	₦111,300
39	B.A. Linguistics	₦106,300
40	B.A. Sharia	₦106,300
41	B.A. Theatre and Performing Arts	₦111,300
42	B.A Adult Education/Hausa	₦100,500
43	B. Agric Economics and Extension	₦112,300
44	B. Agriculture	₦112,300
45	B. Agronomy	₦112,300
46	B. Animal Science	₦112,300
47	B. Crop Protection	₦112,300
48	B. Dental Surgery	₦171,300
49	B.Eng. Agricultural and Environmental Engineering	₦112,300
50	B.Eng. Chemical Engineering	₦112,300
51	B.Eng. Civil Engineering	₦112,300
52	B.Eng. Computer Engineering	₦112,300
53	B.Eng. Electrical Engineering	₦112,300
54	B.Eng. Irrigation Engineering	₦112,300
55	B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering	₦112,300
56	B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering	₦112,300
57	B.Eng. Petroleum Engineering	₦112,300
58	B.Eng. Telecommunication Engineering	₦112,300
59	B. Fisheries and Aquaculture	₦112,300
60	B. Food Science and Technology	₦112,300
61	B. Forestry and Wildlife Management	₦112,300
62	B. Medical Laboratory Science	₦151,300
63	B. Nursing Science	₦151,300
64	B. Physiotherapy	₦151,300
65	B. Radiography	₦151,300
66	B.Sc. (Ed)	₦111,300
67	B.Sc. (Ed) Adult Education	₦111,300
68	B.Sc. (Ed) Agriculture	₦111,300
69	B.Sc. (Ed) Applied Biology	₦111,300
70	B.Sc. (Ed) Biology	₦111,300
71	B.Sc. (Ed) Chemistry	₦111,300
72	B.Sc. (Ed) Economics	₦111,300
73	B.Sc. (Ed) Education	₦111,300
74	B.Sc. (Ed) Geography	₦111,300
75	B.Sc. (Ed) Geography (STE)	₦111,300
76	B.Sc. (Ed) Health Education	₦111,300
77	B.Sc. (Ed) Mathematics	₦111,300
78	B.Sc. (Ed) Physical Education	₦111,300
79	B.Sc. (Ed) Physical and Health Education	₦111,300
80	B.Sc. (Ed) Physics	₦111,300
81	B.Sc. (Ed) Science	₦111,300
82	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education	₦111,300
83	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Biology	₦111,300
84	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Chemistry	₦111,300
85	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Mathematics	₦111,300
86	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Physics	₦111,300
87	B.Sc. Accounting	₦108,300
88	B.Sc. Agricultural Extension (SAFE Programme)	₦112,300
89	B.Sc. Anatomy	₦113,300
90	B.Sc. Applied Biology	₦113,300
91	B.Sc. Architecture	₦116,300
92	B.Sc. Biochemistry	₦113,300
93	B.Sc. Biology	₦113,300
94	B.Sc. Biotechnology	₦113,300
95	B.Sc. Botany	₦113,300
96	B.Sc. Building	₦111,300
97	B.Sc. Business Administration	₦106,300
98	B.Sc. Chemistry	₦113,300
99	B.Sc. Computer Science	₦111,300
100	B.Sc. Computer Science/Economics	₦111,300
101	B.Sc. Criminology	₦106,300
102	B.Sc. Cyber Security	₦111,300
103	B.Sc. Economics	₦106,300
104	B.Sc. Electronics with Physics	₦113,300
105	B.Sc. Entrepreneurship	₦106,300
106	B.Sc. Environmental Health Science	₦151,300
107	B.Sc. Environmental Management	₦111,300
108	B.Sc. Environmental Management/Conservation	₦111,300
109	B.Sc. Environmental Management/Toxicology	₦111,300
110	B.Sc. Estate Management	₦111,300
111	B.Sc. Finance	₦108,300
112	B.Sc. Forensic Science	₦113,300
113	B.Sc. Geography	₦111,300
114	B.Sc. Geography (Science)	₦110,000
115	B.Sc. Geology	₦116,300
116	B.Sc. Human Physiology	₦113,300
117	B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry	₦113,300
118	B.Sc. Information Technology	₦111,300
119	B.Sc. Information and Media Studies	₦111,300
120	B.Sc. International Relations	₦106,300
121	B.Sc. Library and Information Science	₦111,300
122	B.Sc. Mass Communication	₦111,300
123	B.Sc. Mathematics	₦113,300
124	B.Sc. Meteorology	₦111,300
125	B.Sc. Microbiology	₦113,300
126	B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics	₦113,300
127	B.Sc. Physics	₦113,300
128	B.Sc. Physics with Electronics	₦113,300
129	B.Sc. Political Science	₦106,300
130	B.Sc. Public Administration	₦106,300
131	B.Sc. Quantity Surveying	₦112,300
132	B.Sc. Sociology	₦106,300
133	B.Sc. Software Engineering	₦111,300
134	B.Sc. Statistics	₦113,300
135	B.Sc. Taxation	₦106,300
136	B.Sc. Zoology	₦113,300
137	B. Soil Science	₦112,300
138	B. Technology Education	₦111,300
139	B. Urban and Regional Planning	₦116,300
140	B Eng. Automotive Engineering	₦112,300
141	Doctor of Optometry	₦151,300
142	Doctor of Pharmacy	₦113,300
143	Doctor of Veterinary medicine	₦121,300
144	LL.B	₦106,300
145	MBBS	₦171,300

b. School Fees For Fresh Students 100 Level D.E

S/N	Programme	Fresh (Level 200 DE)
1	B. (Ed) Science & Technical Education	₦111,300
2	B.A. (Ed)	₦111,300
3	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Agriculture	₦111,300
4	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Biology	₦111,300
5	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Economics	₦111,300
6	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/English	₦111,300
7	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Geography	₦111,300
8	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Islamic Studies	₦111,300
9	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Physics	₦111,300
10	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education and Community Services	₦111,300
11	B.A. (Ed) Arabic	₦111,300
12	B.A. (Ed) Early Childhood Education	₦111,300
13	B.A. (Ed) Education	₦111,300
14	B.A. (Ed) English	₦111,300
15	B.A. (Ed) French	₦111,300
16	B.A. (Ed) Geography	₦111,300
17	B.A. (Ed) Hausa	₦111,300
18	B.A. (Ed) History	₦111,300
19	B.A. (Ed) Islamic Studies	₦111,300
20	B.A. (Ed) Primary Education	₦111,300
21	B.A. (Ed) Special Education	₦111,300
22	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Economics	₦111,300
23	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/English	₦111,300
24	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Geography	₦111,300
25	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Hausa	₦111,300
26	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/History	₦111,300
27	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Islamic Studies	₦111,300
28	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Pol Science	₦111,300
29	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Sociology	₦111,300
30	B.A./B.Sc. Library and Information Science	₦111,300
31	B.A. Arabic	₦106,300
32	B.A. Arts Combined	₦106,300
33	B.A. English	₦106,300
34	B.A. French	₦106,300
35	B.A. Hausa	₦106,300
36	B.A. History	₦106,300
37	B.A. Islamic Studies	₦106,300
38	B.A. Library and Information Science	₦111,300
39	B.A. Linguistics	₦106,300
40	B.A. Sharia	₦106,300
41	B.A. Theatre and Performing Arts	₦111,300
42	B.A Adult Education/Hausa	₦111,300
43	B. Agric Economics and Extension	₦112,300
44	B. Agriculture	₦112,300
45	B. Agronomy	₦112,300
46	B. Animal Science	₦112,300
47	B. Crop Protection	₦112,300
48	B. Dental Surgery	₦171,300
49	B.Eng. Agricultural and Environmental Engineering	₦112,300
50	B.Eng. Chemical Engineering	₦112,300
51	B.Eng. Civil Engineering	₦112,300
52	B.Eng. Computer Engineering	₦112,300
53	B.Eng. Electrical Engineering	₦112,300
54	B.Eng. Irrigation Engineering	₦112,300
55	B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering	₦112,300
56	B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering	₦112,300
57	B.Eng. Petroleum Engineering	₦112,300
58	B.Eng. Telecommunication Engineering	₦112,300
59	B. Fisheries and Aquaculture	₦112,300
60	B. Food Science and Technology	₦112,300
61	B. Forestry and Wildlife Management	₦112,300
62	B. Medical Laboratory Science	₦151,300
63	B. Nursing Science	₦151,300
64	B. Physiotherapy	₦151,300
65	B. Radiography	₦151,300
66	B.Sc. (Ed)	₦111,300
67	B.Sc. (Ed) Adult Education	₦111,300
68	B.Sc. (Ed) Agriculture	₦111,300
69	B.Sc. (Ed) Applied Biology	₦111,300
70	B.Sc. (Ed) Biology	₦111,300
71	B.Sc. (Ed) Chemistry	₦111,300
72	B.Sc. (Ed) Economics	₦111,300
73	B.Sc. (Ed) Education	₦111,300
74	B.Sc. (Ed) Geography	₦111,300
75	B.Sc. (Ed) Geography (STE)	₦111,300
76	B.Sc. (Ed) Health Education	₦111,300
77	B.Sc. (Ed) Mathematics	₦111,300
78	B.Sc. (Ed) Physical Education	₦111,300
79	B.Sc. (Ed) Physical and Health Education	₦111,300
80	B.Sc. (Ed) Physics	₦111,300
81	B.Sc. (Ed) Science	₦111,300
82	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education	₦111,300
83	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Biology	₦111,300
84	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Chemistry	₦111,300
85	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Mathematics	₦111,300
86	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Physics	₦111,300
87	B.Sc. Accounting	₦108,300
88	B.Sc. Agricultural Extension (SAFE Programme)	₦112,300
89	B.Sc. Anatomy	₦113,300
90	B.Sc. Applied Biology	₦113,300
91	B.Sc. Architecture	₦116,300
92	B.Sc. Biochemistry	₦113,300
93	B.Sc. Biology	₦113,300
94	B.Sc. Biotechnology	₦113,300
95	B.Sc. Botany	₦113,300
96	B.Sc. Building	₦111,300
97	B.Sc. Business Administration	₦106,300
98	B.Sc. Chemistry	₦113,300
99	B.Sc. Computer Science	₦111,300
100	B.Sc. Computer Science/Economics	₦111,300
101	B.Sc. Criminology	₦106,300
102	B.Sc. Cyber Security	₦111,300
103	B.Sc. Economics	₦106,300
104	B.Sc. Electronics with Physics	₦113,300
105	B.Sc. Entrepreneurship	₦106,300
106	B.Sc. Environmental Health Science	₦151,300
107	B.Sc. Environmental Management	₦111,300
108	B.Sc. Environmental Management/Conservation	₦111,300
109	B.Sc. Environmental Management/Toxicology	₦111,300
110	B.Sc. Estate Management	₦111,300
111	B.Sc. Finance	₦108,300
112	B.Sc. Forensic Science	₦113,300
113	B.Sc. Geography	₦111,300
114	B.Sc. Geography (Science)	₦110,000
115	B.Sc. Geology	₦116,300
116	B.Sc. Human Physiology	₦113,300
117	B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry	₦113,300
118	B.Sc. Information Technology	₦111,300
119	B.Sc. Information and Media Studies	₦111,300
120	B.Sc. International Relations	₦106,300
121	B.Sc. Library and Information Science	₦111,300
122	B.Sc. Mass Communication	₦111,300
123	B.Sc. Mathematics	₦113,300
124	B.Sc. Meteorology	₦111,300
125	B.Sc. Microbiology	₦113,300
126	B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics	₦113,300
127	B.Sc. Physics	₦113,300
128	B.Sc. Physics with Electronics	₦113,300
129	B.Sc. Political Science	₦106,300
130	B.Sc. Public Administration	₦106,300
131	B.Sc. Quantity Surveying	₦112,300
132	B.Sc. Sociology	₦106,300
133	B.Sc. Software Engineering	₦111,300
134	B.Sc. Statistics	₦113,300
135	B.Sc. Taxation	₦106,300
136	B.Sc. Zoology	₦113,300
137	B. Soil Science	₦112,300
138	B. Technology Education	₦111,300
139	B. Urban and Regional Planning	₦116,300
140	B Eng. Automotive Engineering	₦112,300
141	Doctor of Optometry	₦151,300
142	Doctor of Pharmacy	₦113,300
143	Doctor of Veterinary medicine	₦121,300
144	LL.B	₦106,300
145	MBBS	₦171,300

BUK School Fees for Returning Students 2026/2027

Returning students usually pay lower than fresh (100 level UTME and 200 level D.E) students. It is usually a difference that stays between ₦10,000 and a maximum of ₦20,000, depending on the course.

For the current 2026/2027 academic session, all the returning students of Bayero University Kano (BUK) will pay a fee that ranges from a minimum of ₦95,500 to a maximum of ₦160,500.

Below is a table showing the departments and their fees for all returning students of BUK.

S/N	Programme	Returning
1	B. (Ed) Science & Technical Education	₦100,500
2	B.A. (Ed)	₦100,500
3	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Agriculture	₦100,500
4	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Biology	₦100,500
5	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Economics	₦100,500
6	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/English	₦100,500
7	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Geography	₦100,500
8	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Islamic Studies	₦100,500
9	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education/Physics	₦100,500
10	B.A. (Ed) Adult Education and Community Services	₦100,500
11	B.A. (Ed) Arabic	₦100,500
12	B.A. (Ed) Early Childhood Education	₦100,500
13	B.A. (Ed) Education	₦100,500
14	B.A. (Ed) English	₦100,500
15	B.A. (Ed) French	₦100,500
16	B.A. (Ed) Geography	₦100,500
17	B.A. (Ed) Hausa	₦100,500
18	B.A. (Ed) History	₦100,500
19	B.A. (Ed) Islamic Studies	₦100,500
20	B.A. (Ed) Primary Education	₦100,500
21	B.A. (Ed) Special Education	₦100,500
22	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Economics	₦100,500
23	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/English	₦100,500
24	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Geography	₦100,500
25	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Hausa	₦100,500
26	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/History	₦100,500
27	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Islamic Studies	₦100,500
28	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Pol Science	₦100,500
29	B.A. (Ed) Special Education/Sociology	₦100,500
30	B.A./B.Sc. Library and Information Science	₦100,500
31	B.A. Arabic	₦95,500
32	B.A. Arts Combined	₦95,500
33	B.A. English	₦95,500
34	B.A. French	₦95,500
35	B.A. Hausa	₦95,500
36	B.A. History	₦95,500
37	B.A. Islamic Studies	₦95,500
38	B.A. Library and Information Science	₦100,500
39	B.A. Linguistics	₦95,500
40	B.A. Sharia	₦95,500
41	B.A. Theatre and Performing Arts	₦100,500
42	B.A Adult Education/Hausa	₦100,500
43	B. Agric Economics and Extension	₦101,500
44	B. Agriculture	₦101,500
45	B. Agronomy	₦101,500
46	B. Animal Science	₦101,500
47	B. Crop Protection	₦101,500
48	B. Dental Surgery	₦160,500
49	B.Eng. Agricultural and Environmental Engineering	₦101,500
50	B.Eng. Chemical Engineering	₦101,500
51	B.Eng. Civil Engineering	₦101,500
52	B.Eng. Computer Engineering	₦101,500
53	B.Eng. Electrical Engineering	₦101,500
54	B.Eng. Irrigation Engineering	₦101,500
55	B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering	₦101,500
56	B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering	₦101,500
57	B.Eng. Petroleum Engineering	₦101,500
58	B.Eng. Telecommunication Engineering	₦101,500
59	B. Fisheries and Aquaculture	₦101,500
60	B. Food Science and Technology	₦101,500
61	B. Forestry and Wildlife Management	₦101,500
62	B. Medical Laboratory Science	₦140,500
63	B. Nursing Science	₦140,500
64	B. Physiotherapy	₦140,500
65	B. Radiography	₦140,500
66	B.Sc. (Ed)	₦100,500
67	B.Sc. (Ed) Adult Education	₦100,500
68	B.Sc. (Ed) Agriculture	₦100,500
69	B.Sc. (Ed) Applied Biology	₦100,500
70	B.Sc. (Ed) Biology	₦100,500
71	B.Sc. (Ed) Chemistry	₦100,500
72	B.Sc. (Ed) Economics	₦100,500
73	B.Sc. (Ed) Education	₦100,500
74	B.Sc. (Ed) Geography	₦100,500
75	B.Sc. (Ed) Geography (STE)	₦100,500
76	B.Sc. (Ed) Health Education	₦100,500
77	B.Sc. (Ed) Mathematics	₦100,500
78	B.Sc. (Ed) Physical Education	₦100,500
79	B.Sc. (Ed) Physical and Health Education	₦100,500
80	B.Sc. (Ed) Physics	₦100,500
81	B.Sc. (Ed) Science	₦100,500
82	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education	₦100,500
83	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Biology	₦100,500
84	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Chemistry	₦100,500
85	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Mathematics	₦100,500
86	B.Sc. (Ed) Special Education/Physics	₦100,500
87	B.Sc. Accounting	₦97,500
88	B.Sc. Agricultural Extension (SAFE Programme)	₦101,500
89	B.Sc. Anatomy	₦102,500
90	B.Sc. Applied Biology	₦102,500
91	B.Sc. Architecture	₦105,500
92	B.Sc. Biochemistry	₦102,500
93	B.Sc. Biology	₦102,500
94	B.Sc. Biotechnology	₦102,500
95	B.Sc. Botany	₦102,500
96	B.Sc. Building	₦100,500
97	B.Sc. Business Administration	₦95,500
98	B.Sc. Chemistry	₦102,500
99	B.Sc. Computer Science	₦100,500
100	B.Sc. Computer Science/Economics	₦100,500
101	B.Sc. Criminology	₦95,500
102	B.Sc. Cyber Security	₦100,500
103	B.Sc. Economics	₦95,500
104	B.Sc. Electronics with Physics	₦102,500
105	B.Sc. Entrepreneurship	₦95,500
106	B.Sc. Environmental Health Science	₦140,500
107	B.Sc. Environmental Management	₦100,500
108	B.Sc. Environmental Management/Conservation	₦100,500
109	B.Sc. Environmental Management/Toxicology	₦100,500
110	B.Sc. Estate Management	₦100,500
111	B.Sc. Finance	₦97,500
112	B.Sc. Forensic Science	₦102,500
113	B.Sc. Geography	₦100,500
114	B.Sc. Geography (Science)	₦100,000
115	B.Sc. Geology	₦105,500
116	B.Sc. Human Physiology	₦102,500
117	B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry	₦102,500
118	B.Sc. Information Technology	₦100,500
119	B.Sc. Information and Media Studies	₦100,500
120	B.Sc. International Relations	₦95,500
121	B.Sc. Library and Information Science	₦100,500
122	B.Sc. Mass Communication	₦100,500
123	B.Sc. Mathematics	₦102,500
124	B.Sc. Meteorology	₦100,500
125	B.Sc. Microbiology	₦102,500
126	B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics	₦102,500
127	B.Sc. Physics	₦102,500
128	B.Sc. Physics with Electronics	₦102,500
129	B.Sc. Political Science	₦95,500
130	B.Sc. Public Administration	₦95,500
131	B.Sc. Quantity Surveying	₦101,500
132	B.Sc. Sociology	₦95,500
133	B.Sc. Software Engineering	₦100,500
134	B.Sc. Statistics	₦102,500
135	B.Sc. Taxation	₦95,500
136	B.Sc. Zoology	₦102,500
137	B. Soil Science	₦101,500
138	B. Technology Education	₦100,500
139	B. Urban and Regional Planning	₦105,500
140	B Eng. Automotive Engineering	₦101,500
141	Doctor of Optometry	₦140,500
142	Doctor of Pharmacy	₦102,500
143	Doctor of Veterinary medicine	₦110,500
144	LL.B	₦95,500
145	MBBS	₦160,500

Detailed Breakdown of Charges in BUK

To understand where your money goes, it is important to look at the components of the “Central Registration Fee.”

Tuition Fee: For Nigerian students, tuition is technically “free” in federal universities, but there are various administrative and service charges.
Registration Fee: Covers the cost of academic documentation and portal maintenance.
Library Fee: Provides access to the vast digital and physical resources in the university libraries.
Examination Fee: Covers the cost of materials and invigilation during exams.
Sports Fee: Maintenance of the university’s sports complexes and equipment.
Medical Fee: Access to the University Health Services (UHS) on both campuses.

BUK Hostel Accommodation Fees 2026/2027

Living on campus is a preferred option for many due to security and proximity to lecture halls. However, hostel space at BUK is competitive and is usually allocated on a “first-come, first-served” basis with priority given to fresh students and final-year students.

Below is the full breakdown of BUK Hostel accommodation fee:

S/N	Category	Fee (₦)
1	UG Room without Bed/Mattress	37,590
2	UG Room with Bed & Mattress	57,590
3	UG Female Room with Bed & Mattress	80,090
4	PG Nigerian Students – Block N/P Male & Ramat Hall Female	80,090
5	PG Nigerian – Amina Namadi Sambo Female Hostel	200,000
6	Male PG (Foreign)	150,180
7	Female PG (Foreign)	300,000

Important Notes:

Off-Campus Accommodation: Prices in areas like Jambulo, Kabuga, Gwarzo Road, Rijiyar Zaki, Rimin Gata, Tudun Wada and Dambare range from ₦80,000 to ₦250,000 per annum, depending on the room type and the closeness to the campus (Old or New).

Note: Students must pay their school fees before they can apply for hostel allocation through the student portal.

How to Pay BUK School Fees Step-by-Step Procedure 2026/2027

BUK utilizes a centralized online system to ensure transparency. Follow these steps to complete your payment:

Step 1: Authentication and Profile Update

Log in to the official BUK registration portal (www.buk.edu.ng).
If you are a fresh student, you will need your JAMB Registration Number.
Returning students use their Registration Number and Password.
Ensure your profile, including your passport photograph, is up to date.

Step 2: Generate BUKPPF

Navigate to the “Payment” section and generate your BUK Personalised Payment Form (BUKPPF). This form contains your unique Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR).

Step 3: Payment via Remita

You can pay through two main channels:

Bank Branch: Print the RRR invoice and take it to any commercial bank nationwide.
Online Payment: Use your debit card (Mastercard, Visa, Verve) to pay directly through the Remita platform integrated into the portal.

Step 4: Validation and Course Registration

After payment, return to the portal to validate your transaction. Once successful, you can proceed to register your courses for the semester. Always print and keep your receipts.

Late Registration and Penalties

The University Senate is usually strict with registration deadlines.

Late Registration Fee: ₦5,000.
Consequence of Non-Payment: Failure to pay within the stipulated timeframe may lead to the forfeiture of admission for fresh students or a compulsory “Leave of Absence” for returning students.

Financial Aid and Scholarships at BUK

If you are struggling to meet the 2026/2027 fee requirements, there are several avenues to explore:

Federal Government Scholarships: Managed through the Federal Ministry of Education.
State Bursaries: Many states (especially Kano, Jigawa, and Kaduna) provide annual bursaries to their indigenes in BUK.
Private Foundations: Organizations like the MTN Foundation and various alumni associations offer merit-based scholarships.
Student Loans: Consider applying for the Federal Government Student Loan scheme (NELFUND), which was designed specifically to assist students in federal institutions.

Comparison: BUK Fees vs. Other Federal Universities

When compared to institutions like the University of Lagos (UNILAG) or the University of Ibadan (UI), BUK remains one of the most cost-effective options in Nigeria. While some universities have hiked fees significantly, the management of Bayero University continues to balance operational costs with student welfare.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the BUK school fee for 2026/2027 out?

Yes, the university has released the general schedule of charges. Students should log in to their portals for personalized figures.

2. Can I pay BUK school fees in installments?

Currently, BUK does not officially support installment payments for undergraduate registration fees. Total payment is required for full registration.

3. What is the deadline for BUK fee payment?

Deadlines vary by faculty, but generally, the portal closes four to six weeks after the commencement of the session.

4. Are there different fees for non-indigenes?

As a federal university, BUK maintains a uniform fee structure for all Nigerian citizens regardless of their state of origin. However, international (Non-Nigerian) students pay significantly higher tuition fees (approx. ₦300,000 – ₦600,000).

Our Advice for All BUK Students

Early Payment is Key: To secure hostel space and avoid the ₦5,000 late fee, pay as soon as the portal opens.
Verify Bank Transactions: If paying at a bank, ensure the teller enters your RRR correctly to avoid payment “hanging” in the system.
Keep Records: Save digital copies (PDFs) of your BUKPPF and Remita receipts. Physical copies can get lost or damaged.

Conclusion

Staying informed about the BUK School Fees is the first step toward a successful academic year. While the costs might seem high, the value of a degree from Bayero University, Kano, is an investment that yields lifelong dividends.

For the latest updates on BUK admissions and departmental requirements, always visit the official university website at www.buk.edu.ng.

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BUK School Fees 2026/2027 (All Courses and Students)