BUK School Fees 2026/2027

Updated on 6 November 2026 · How we verify

Quick answer: Latest published BUK school fees for new students: ₦106,800–₦171,800 (2025/2026) — Tuition-free for Nigerians; registration charges Arts/Law/Social Sciences ₦106,800, Engineering ₦118,800, Clinical Sciences/Dentistry ₦171,800; hostel ₦37,590–₦150,090 extra. Returning students pay less (no acceptance fee or one-off charges). Pay only through the official portal.

Last updated: November 2026 · Academic session: 2026/2027 · UTME year: 2026

Where the admission cycle stands (November 2026):

2026 UTME: held 16 – 25 April 2026; results released from 17 April 2026 (within 24 hours of the first papers).
Cut-offs for 2026/2027: fixed at the JAMB policy meeting of 11 May 2026 (universities 150, colleges of nursing 150, polytechnics 100; NCE admission no longer requires UTME).
Admissions now: institutions are uploading 2026/2027 offers to CAPS; JAMB deadline for public universities 31 October 2026, private universities 30 November 2026. Accept any offer within four weeks.
Next cycle: 2027 UTME registration is expected to open in late January 2027 — see the JAMB registration guide and JAMB exam date.

Here is the 2026/2027 school fees for new and returning students for Bayero University Kano (BUK), a university in Kano State, written for UTME 2026 candidates, Direct Entry applicants and parents who want the correct procedure rather than rumours.

BUK at a glance

Institution	Bayero University Kano (BUK)
Type	University
Location	Kano State
Official website	buk.edu.ng
Student / admission portal	buk.edu.ng
Academic session	2026/2027
JAMB national minimum (universities)	150 – set at the 2026 JAMB policy meeting; BUK may set a higher mark
Acceptance fee (latest published)	₦10,000 (2025/2026)
Fees for new students (latest published)	₦106,800–₦171,800 (2025/2026)

BUK school fees 2026/2027: what is included

“School fees” at a Nigerian university is a bundle, not one number. The headline figure typically includes tuition or academic charges, registration, examination, library and ICT levies, medical/clinic, sports, identity card, student union and departmental dues. New students additionally pay a one-off acceptance fee, plus matriculation, medical screening and (where applicable) hostel accommodation.

BUK fee breakdown (last published)

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How to pay BUK school fees

Log in to the BUK student/admission portal at buk.edu.ng with your matriculation or application number.
Open the Payments / School Fees menu and generate your invoice or Remita RRR. The invoice shows the exact amount for your programme and level.
Pay online (card/transfer/USSD) or at a bank with the RRR. Never pay into a personal account or to an agent.
Return to the portal, confirm the payment status, then print your receipt. Keep digital and paper copies — you need them for course registration and clearance.

Fresh students: the full cost checklist

Acceptance fee (one-off, non-refundable) — ₦10,000 (2025/2026)
School fees for the session (the figure on this page)
JAMB admission letter printing (₦1,000 (plus ₦200 service charge)) — see how to print your JAMB admission letter
Medical screening, matriculation gown hire, ID card, departmental and faculty dues
Hostel accommodation (optional at most schools; compulsory at many nursing schools and some private institutions)
Books, practical kits and a laptop where the programme requires one

Programmes you can study at BUK

Accounting, Adult Education, Agric-Economics and Extension, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Science and Education, Agriculture, Anatomy, Applied Biology, Arabic Studies, Architecture and more. See the full list of courses offered in BUK.

Verify before you pay or act: Fees change almost every session and differ by programme, level and student category (fresh/returning, indigene/non-indigene). The only authoritative source for BUK is buk.edu.ng and the school’s official notice boards. If a figure here differs from what the school publishes, the school is right.

Frequently asked questions

How much is BUK school fees for 2026/2027?

Latest published BUK school fees for new students: ₦106,800–₦171,800 (2025/2026) — Tuition-free for Nigerians; registration charges Arts/Law/Social Sciences ₦106,800, Engineering ₦118,800, Clinical Sciences/Dentistry ₦171,800; hostel ₦37,590–₦150,090 extra. Returning students pay less (no acceptance fee or one-off charges). Pay only through the official portal.

Do returning students pay the same as fresh students at BUK?

No. Returning students do not pay the acceptance fee or one-off charges like matriculation and medical screening, so their total is usually noticeably lower.

Can I pay BUK school fees in instalments?

Many Nigerian institutions allow two instalments, usually with a deadline before examinations. Check the payment page on the BUK portal; instalment rules are set by the school’s management each session.

What happens if I pay BUK school fees late?

Late payment usually attracts a penalty and can block course registration or exam eligibility. Pay before the deadline announced on the portal.

Where do I check the official BUK fee schedule?

On the BUK portal after admission acceptance, or on the official website (buk.edu.ng). Avoid paying based on figures from social media.

More BUK admission resources

JAMB 2026 guides every university aspirant should read

Other universities in Kano State on JAMB Admission

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BUK School Fees 2026/2027 for New & Returning Students