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Benson Idahosa University

country rank  72
world rank  9074

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University Overview

Founded in 2002, Benson Idahosa University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Benin City (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Edo. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Benson Idahosa University (BIU) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Pentecostal religion. Benson Idahosa University (BIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 17 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this Nigerian higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

University Identity

Name
Acronym BIU
Founded 2002 Origins date back to 1993
Motto Academic Excellence with Godliness
Colours Gold, white and blue

University Location

Address University Way, Off Upper Adesuwa Grammer School Road; PMB 1100
Benin City (population range: 1,000,000-5,000,000)
Edo
Nigeria
T +234 (52) 253 764
F +234 (52) 255 697

Study Areas and Degree Levels

uniRank Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix™
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
B&S
L&C
M&H
Eng
S&T

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Important: please contact or visit the official website of Benson Idahosa University for detailed information on areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above uniRank Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix™ is indicative only and may not be up-to-date or complete.

Yearly Tuition Range

uniRank Tuition Range Matrix™
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-5,000 US$
(1,800-3,700 Euro)		 1,000-2,500 US$
(750-1,800 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-5,000 US$
(1,800-3,700 Euro)		 1,000-2,500 US$
(750-1,800 Euro)

Important: the above uniRank Tuition Range Matrix™ does not include room, board or other external costs; tuition may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact the appropriate Benson Idahosa University's office for detailed information on yearly tuitions which apply to your specific situation and study interest; the above uniRank Tuition Range Matrix™ is indicative only and may not be up-to-date or complete.

University Admissions

Gender Men and Women (coed)
International Students Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission
Selection Type Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades
Admission Rate 50-60%
Admission Office Admission Office, FBAS Building, BIU Campus
Benin City PMB 1100
+234

Important: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact the Benson Idahosa University's Admission Office for detailed information on a specific admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above University admission information is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment 4,000-4,999
Academic Staff 300-399
Control Type Private
Entity Type Non-Profit
Academic Calendar Semesters
Campus Setting Urban
Religious Affiliation Christian-Pentecostal Christian-Pentecostal Church of God Mission International (CGMi) - www.cgmglobal.org

Facilities and Services

Library Yes Go to Benson Idahosa University's Library
Housing Yes
Sport Facilities Yes
Financial Aids Yes
Study Abroad Yes
Distance Learning Not reported

Important: please contact or visit the official website of Benson Idahosa University for detailed information on facilities and services provided, including the type of scholarships and other financial aids offered to local or international students; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Accreditations

Institutional Accreditation

National Universities Commission, Nigeria


Year of first Accreditation

2002


Other Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

  • National Universities Commission (NUC)

Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially accredit, charter, license or, more generally, recognize Benson Idahosa University as a whole (Institutional Accreditation or Recognition) or its specific programs/courses (Programmatic Accreditation). Memberships and affiliations to organizations which do not imply any formal, extensive and/or legal process of accreditation or recognition are included in the specific Memberships and Affiliations section below. Please report errors and additions taking into consideration the above criteria.

Memberships and Affiliations

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Site last updated: Wednesday, 8 May 2019

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