AbdulClifford University is a reputable private Christian university in Nigeria that offers quality education at affordable rates. As admission for the 2025/2026 academic session commences, prospective students are eager to know Clifford University’s approved school fees before applying. This article provides everything you need to know about the breakdown of school fees for all programs at Clifford University.
How Much Are Clifford University School Fees For Nursing
At Clifford University, the published tuition fee for the Nursing Science programme (under the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences) is ₦1,200,000 (one million, two hundred thousand naira) per academic session.
Here are the key take-aways:
- In the university’s official “Fees/Charges” page, Nursing Science is listed under Basic Medical Sciences at ₦1,200,000.
- Other sources confirm the same figure in recent years for the nursing course.
- Note: This is the annual fee (i.e., for the full academic session) not per semester.
- Given that figure, if you were studying Nursing at Clifford University, you should budget for around ₦1.2 million for tuition — plus other expenses (acceptance fee, matriculation, books, accommodation, etc.).
- It’s also worth noting that the general tuition fee range at the university for other courses is between about ₦635,000 and ₦1,200,000 depending on faculty.
Do Clifford University Offer Nursing
Yes, Clifford University offers a Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc) programme under its Department of Nursing Sciences.
For example, a listing for 2025/26 shows “BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMME (B.N.Sc.)—Duration five (5) calendar years with one year internship in a recognized health care institution”.
Also, Clifford University has formally announced screening exercise dates specifically for Nursing Science applicants for the 2025/2026 session. So if you’re looking at nursing at Clifford University, you are indeed looking at a real, offered programme.
How Much Is A Nursing Course Per Semester
While the annual tuition is clear (₦1.2 million), the university breaks down payment into installments. For instance: The university allows payment of 60% in the first semester and 40% in the second semester. So, if the full year fee for nursing is ₦1,200,000:
- First semester (60%) ≈ ₦720,000
- Second semester (40%) ≈ ₦480,000
Of course, these are rough figures and exact instalment amounts may vary slightly with other charges (like student’s union levy, lab fees, etc.). Always check the latest fees schedule from the university for the exact semester breakdown.
How Does One Become A Registered Nurse
In Nigeria, to become a registered nurse (RN) you typically follow these steps:
Obtain Required O-Level Qualifications
- five credits in WAEC/NECO/SSCE (including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) at not more than two sittings. For example, the listing for the Nursing Science programme at Clifford University requires five credit level passes including English Language, Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics.
Gain Admission Into A Nursing Programme
- This could be a general nursing certificate programme (School of Nursing), or a Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc). At Clifford University you have the B.N.Sc route.
Complete The Programme
- For the B.N.Sc at Clifford University it is five years, including one year internship.
Internship / Professional Year
- After graduation you undergo supervised professional practice (internship) in a recognised health care institution.
Register With The Regulatory Body
- In Nigeria, the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) is the regulatory body. Once you successfully complete training and meet requirements you are granted a licence to practise.
Work As A Registered Nurse (RN)
- After registration you can practise in hospitals, clinics, community health, and more. You may specialise later, pursue postgraduate studies, etc.
So, in short: ensure you meet the entry requirements to get admitted, complete the nursing degree and intern register, practise.
What Is The Admission Fee For BS Nursing
At Clifford University, there are some additional mandatory fees upon admission. From the official fees/charges page:
- Acceptance Fee (for 100 level & direct entry only): ₦50,000
- Matriculation Fee (for 100 level only): ₦25,000
- Graduation Fee (for graduating students only): ₦75,000
Therefore, if you are a fresh 100-level Nursing Science student at Clifford University, you should expect to pay the acceptance fee of ₦50,000 upon securing admission. Then you pay the matriculation fee of ₦25,000 when matriculating. These are separate from the annual tuition fee of ₦1,200,000.
How Many Years Are Required For BS Nursing
For the Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.N.Sc) programme at Clifford University, the duration is five (5) calendar years with one year internship in a recognized health care institution.
So you’re looking at 5 years total study for the degree. After that you’ll undergo the internship (part of that year) and then register to become a fully qualified RN.
Which State Is Clifford University In
Clifford University is located in Ihie, in the Isiala Ngwa South (sometimes Isiala Ngwa North) Local Government Area, in Abia State, Nigeria. So yes – if you’re considering commuting, accommodation etc., Abia State is where the campus is situated.
Who Is The Owner Of Clifford University
Clifford University is a private institution owned and operated by the Seventh‑day Adventist Church in Nigeria.
From the historical background: the university is named after Pastor Jesse Clifford, a British missionary who brought Adventist education to eastern Nigeria in the early 1900s.
So governance is under the Adventist Church’s Nigerian education arm, hence its values and ethos.
What Is The Cut-Off Mark For 2025
For the 2025/2026 academic session at Clifford University, the published cut-off mark for Nursing Science is 250 (presumably in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME).
Other courses have different marks (e.g., 220 for Computer Science, 190 for many other programmes). The 250 mark for Nursing reflects the competitiveness of the programme.
What Are The 4 Fields Of Nursing
In nursing education and practice, there are various ways to categorise fields or specialties. A common way to think of four broad fields is:
Medical-Surgical Nursing – general inpatient/outpatient care (illnesses, surgery, post-op etc.).
Paediatric Nursing – nursing care of infants, children and adolescents.
Obstetric & Gynaecologic Nursing (Midwifery) – care related to pregnancy, childbirth, women’s reproductive health.
Community/Public Health Nursing – working outside hospitals, in communities, preventive health, health promotion.
These four are sometimes expanded further (critical care, mental health, geriatric etc.) but for a general categorisation, those are useful.
What Is The Difference Between A BSN And An RN
An RN (Registered Nurse) is a licence/status that a person holds after meeting regulatory requirements (education and exam/registration) and being allowed to practice nursing.
A BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) is an educational degree — a four- or five-year university programme that leads to a bachelor’s in Nursing Science (or similar).
In other words: You study and earn a BSN you graduate you register/exam → you become an RN. It is possible in some systems to be an RN with a diploma or certificate (rather than BSN), but in modern criteria many hospitals prefer BSN-qualified nurses.
Generally, BSN gives you more theory, leadership training, research exposure; RN qualification means you can practise as a bedside nurse.
So: BSN = education/degree. RN = professional licence/practice status.
How Many Levels Does RN Have
In Nigeria, nursing practice is often structured by experience, qualifications and role. While there isn’t an official “five-level ladder labelled RN level 1-5” in all cases, there are common levels/grades, for example under the Federal government salary structure CONHESS (Consolidated Health Salary Structure). For example:
- Entry-level RN: new graduate in CONHESS-7 or similar.
- Mid-level RN: experienced RN with some years.
- Senior RN / Principal Nursing Officer.Nurse Specialist (ICU, theatre, etc).
- Chief Nursing Officer / Director of Nursing or management level.
So you could say there are around 4-5 “levels” from fresh graduate RN to senior specialist management.
Conclusion
So what does this all mean for you if you’re eyeing a nursing degree at Clifford University? Here’s a summary:
- Yes, Clifford University offers a Nursing Science (B.N.Sc) programme located in Abia State.
- The annual tuition for the programme is ₦1,200,000 (approx). Plan accordingly.
- You’ll have to meet entry requirements (O’Level results, UTME score, screening). For Nursing, a cut-off of 250 is published for 2025.
- Additional fees on top of tuition: acceptance fee (₦50,000), matriculation (₦25,000) etc.
- The programme runs five (5) years including one year internship.
- Nursing offers a defined career path in Nigeria, with salary scales improving with qualification and experience.
- As you study, consider specialisations, future progression beyond just RN practising (leadership, ICU, management).
- Private university fees are significant, so ensure you plan for full costs, accommodation, books, uniforms, hospital placement etc.
- Evaluate the value: Clifford University is part of the Adventist education system, with a defined mission, private setting, and these fees reflect that.
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