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Lagos State University

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world rank  6597

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Overview

Established in 1983, the Lagos State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Ojo (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Lagos. Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, Lagos State University (LASU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Nigerian higher education institution. Lagos State University (LASU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 41-year-old Nigerian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. LASU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Lagos State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Lagos State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Lagos State University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Lagos State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym LASU
Founded 1983
Motto Per la verità e di servizio
For Truth and Service
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University Location

Address Badagry Expressway PMB 1087
Ojo
Lagos
Nigeria
Lagos State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Lagos State University Phone Number +234 (1) 588 4048
Lagos State University Fax Number +234 (1) 588 4048

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Lagos State University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Lagos State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Lagos State University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Lagos State University.

Lagos State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Lagos State University's admission information.

Lagos State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Lagos State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Lagos State University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Lagos State University's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Lagos State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Lagos State University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Lagos State University.

Lagos State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Lagos State University has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Lagos State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 700-799 academic employees (Faculty).


Lagos State University's Control Type Control Type

Lagos State University is a public higher education institution.


Lagos State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Lagos State University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Lagos State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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Lagos State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Continuous type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Lagos State University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Lagos State University's main facilities:


Lagos State University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Lagos State University's Library


Lagos State University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Lagos State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Lagos State University's main services:


Lagos State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Lagos State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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Lagos State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Lagos State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Lagos State University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Lagos State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Lagos State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: National Universities Commission of Nigeria


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Lagos State University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Lagos State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Lagos State University's Facebook page Lagos State University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Lagos State University's X (formerly Twitter) page Lagos State University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Lagos State University's main LinkedIn profile

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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