2015-04-15

2015 Top 100 Universities in Nigeria by Webometrics – Covenant University is the Best in Nigeria

According to the 2015 Statistics of Webometrics, an online universities ranking site, Bishop David Oyedepo’s Covenant University is the best in Nigeria with Obafemi Awolowo University and University of Ibadan taking the second and third positions respectively. Both Covenant and Obafemi Awolowo Universities are ranked 15th and 21st in Africa respectively.

Universities Ranking List:

1

Covenant University Ota

2

Obafemi Awolowo University

3

University of Ibadan

4

University of Lagos

5

University of Ilorin

6

University of Agriculture Abeokuta

7

Ahmadu Bello University

8

Federal University of Technology Akure

9

Landmark University

10

University of Nigeria

11

University of Benin

12

University of Port Harcourt

13

Federal University of Technology Minna

14

Federal University Dutsin Ma

15

University of Jos

16

Federal University Oye Ekiti Ekiti State

17

Olabisi Onabanjo University (Ogun State University)

18

Federal University of Technology Owerri

19

University of Calabar

20

Osun State University

21

Auchi Polytechnic

22

Paul University Awka Anambra State

23

National Open University of Nigeria

24

Yaba College of Technology

25

Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti

26

Lagos Business School Pan African University

27

Madonna University Nigeria

28

University of Uyo

29

Lead City University Ibadan

30

Bayero University Kano

31

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

32

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

33

Adekunle Ajasin University

34

Federal University Ndufu Alike Ikwo FUNAI

35

University of Maiduguri

36

Benue State University

37

Redeemer’s University

38

Pan African University Lagos

39

Caritas University Enugu

40

Rivers State University of Science & Technology

41

Kwara State University

42

Usmanu Danfodiyo University

43

Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma

44

American University of Nigeria

45

Joseph Ayo Babalola University

46

Tai Solarin University of Education

47

Lagos State University

48

Bowen University

49

(1) Kaduna State University

50

Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi

51

Ekiti State University Ado Ekiti (University of Ado Ekiti)

52

Federal University Dutse Jigawa State

53

Bingham University New Karu

54

(1) African University of Science & Technology Abuja

55

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University

56

Delta State University Nigeria

57

Umaru Musa Yar’Adua University (Katsina State University)

58

Imo State University Owerri

59

Elizade University Ilara Mokin

60

Ebonyi State University

61

Babcock University

62

Ajayi Crowther University Oyo

63

Caleb University

64

Federal Polytechnic Ede

65

Cross River State University of Science & Technology Calabar

66

Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna

67

Federal University Otuoke Bayelsa

68

(1) Anambra State University of Science & Technology Uli

69

Fountain University Osogbo

70

Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun

71

Niger Delta University

72

Nasarawa State University

73

Polytechnic Ibadan

74

Igbinedion University Okada

75

(1) Enugu State University of Science and Technology

76

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike

77

Nigerian Turkish Nile University Abuja

78

Achievers University Owo

79

Crawford University Igbesa

80

Lagos State Polytechnic

81

Federal University Lokoja Kogi State

82

Federal Polytechnic Ilaro

83

(1) Bells University of Technology Otta

84

Abia State University Uturu

85

National Mathematical Centre

86

Ondo State University of Science & Technology Okitipupa

87

Bauchi State University Gadau

88

Modibbo Adama University of Technology Yola (Federal University of Technology)

89

Veritas University

90

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai

91

Kogi State University

92

Benson Idahosa University

93

Kaduna Polytechnic

94

Oduduwa University Ipetumodu Osun State

95

Federal University Wukari Taraba State

96

University of Mkar

97

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi

98

Federal University Lafia Nasarawa State

99

(3) University of Calabar Graduate School

100

Obong University

101

Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Rumuoumeni

102

Renaissance University Enugu

103

Salem University Lokoja

104

Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa

105

Al Hikmah University Ilorin

106

Kebbi State University Kebbi

107

Baze University Kuchigoro

108

Adamawa State University

109

Adeleke University Ede

110

Gregory University Uturu

111

Novena University Ogume

112

Kwara State Polytechnic Ilorin

113

Federal University Kashere Gombe State

114

Samuel Adegboyega University Ogwa

115

Southwestern University Oku Owa

116

Tansian University Umunya

117

Federal Polytechnic Mubi

118

Yobe State University (Bukar Abba Ibrahim University Damaturu)

119

Taraba State University Jalingo

120

Akwa Ibom State University of Technology

121

Crescent University

122

Kano University of Science and Technology Wudil

123

Western Delta University

124

Gombe State University Gombe

125

Federal Polytechnic Offa

126

Wellspring University

127

Godfrey Okoye University

128

(1) Wesley University of Science & Technology Ondo

129

Kwararafa University

130

Evangel University Akaeze

131

(3) Lagos State University College of Medicine

132

Northwest University Kano

133

Katsina University

134

Al Qalam University Katsina

135

Rhema University Aba

136

Evangel University Akaeze

Top 10 Universities in Europe

The overall culture of your university will have a huge impact on your future success, and that’s why it is important to consider several factors while selecting a European university, such as location, tuition, majors and academics, sports, student life, college ratings, and campus housing.

We’ve compiled a list of some of the finest universities in Europe you may want to study in, but do keep in mind that getting a chance to study in these best universities alone will never guarantee success – your career achievements will depend more on determination and hard work. Here you go with a few nice suggestions. Find your best place!

1. Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

The Universidad Politecnica de Madrid is an old university with some of its centers being more than a hundred years old. The Schools of Architecture and Engineering is of great importance because it has written the history of Spanish technology for almost two centuries. They do bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees in Business and Social Sciences, Engineering and Science and Technology. At any one time, they will have around 3,000 staff members and 35,000 student enrollments.

2. Universität Hamburg, Germany

Universität Hamburg

At Universitat Hamburg, it is possible to see the six faculties offering almost all the disciplines of a comprehensive university – from economics, law, and social sciences to the humanities, from the informatics (the science of information) and natural sciences to medicine. With more than 5,000 staff members and almost 38,000 student members, it’s one of the largest universities in Germany.

3. Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain

Universidad Complutense de Madrid

This public institution works under the jurisdiction of the Comunidad Autonoma de Madrid, and is recognized as one of world’s oldest universities, and probably the most prestigious in Spain. The main campus is located in Moncloa area, whereas some of University Colleges are in downtown area. This is a university that does bachelor degrees in Business & Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Medicine & Health, Engineering and Science & technology. It is a very big University with over 45,000 students enrolled at any one time and a lot of staff to teach and care for them.

4. University of Oxford, United Kingdom

University of Oxford

Originally started offering its services in 1096, University of Oxford is now the oldest English-speaking university in the world with more than 22,000 students in total, including 9,850 graduate students and 11.772 undergraduates. The figures show that most of the undergraduates attending Oxford are from state schools. This university does bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees in Business and Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Language and Cultural, Medicine and Health, Engineering and Science and technology. They have over 5,000 staff members. The University has already won Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Higher Education for as many as nine times, which is more than any other university now.

5. University of Glasgow, United Kingdom

University of Glasgow

The University of Glasgow is among the oldest seats of learning in the UK, and is currently the 4th oldest university in the entire English-speaking world. It’s one of top 10 earners for research in the UK and is a proud member of the elite Russell Group. They maintain a research-led approach and offer students the opportunities to improve their employability, study abroad, explore a variety of social activities, and take part in work placements as well. The university offers certificate diplomas, bachelor degrees, and master’s degrees in Business and Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Language and Cultural, Medicine and Health, Engineering and Science and technology. This is a university that does doctorate degrees in Business and Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Medicine and Health, Engineering and Science and technology.

6. Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Germany

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Originally founded in 1810, it now enjoys the title “Mother of all Modern Universities”. It has a great reputation in offering students an all-round humanist education. It was the first of its type, but then the concept spread in the world, leading to the introduction of several universities of the same type. This is a university that does bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees in Arts and Humanities, Business and Social Sciences, Medicine and Health, Language and Cultural, and Science and Technology. They only employ a maximum of 200 staff members but have had as many as 35,000 students.

7. Universiteit Twente, Netherlands

Universiteit_Twente

This Dutch university was founded in 1961 and originally started working as a university of technology with an aim to increase the number of academic engineers. It’s currently the only university in the Netherlands with its own campus. They have more than 3,300 scientists and professionals working with each other on cutting-edge research and innovations. The enterprising university has now collaborated with Kennispark Twentee and offers bachelor degrees in Arts and Humanities, Business and Social Sciences, Medicine and Health, Engineering and Science and Technology. They only take on around 7,000 students every year.

8. Università degli Studi di Bologna, Italy

Università degli Studi di Bologna

Regarded as the Western world’s oldest university, the University of Bologna has its history intertwined with some great names of literature and science and, at the same time, serves as a point of reference and a keystone for European culture. They are offering 198 degree programs this year and offer bachelor degrees, master’s degrees and doctorate degrees in Arts and Humanities, Business and Social Sciences, Medicine and Health, Language and Cultural, Engineering and Science and Technology. They have over 5,000 staff members and over 45,000 enrolled students at any one time.

9. The London School of Economics and Political Science, United Kingdom

The London School of Economics and Political Science

Founded in 1895 with an aim to provide student with some assistance to specialize in the advanced study of the social sciences, the London School of Economics has its campus located in the heart of central London. Subjects pioneered at this institution are criminology, anthropology, social psychology, international relations, and sociology. This university does bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees and doctorate degrees in Arts and Humanities, and Business and Social Sciences. They only have around 9000 to 10,000 students enrolled, which is why they only have around 1500 staff members maximum. LSE has already given the world more than 35 leaders and heads of state with 16 Nobel Prize winners in peace, economics, and literature.

10. Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium

Katholieke_Universiteit_Leuven

Founded in 1425, the university is now in business for more than six centuries and is currently the largest university in Belgium. This comprehensive university is also Belgium’s highest-ranked university with campuses across Brussels and Flanders. You can choose from over 70 international study programs here. This university does bachelor degrees in Business & Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Medicine & Health and Engineering. They can admit up to 40,000 students and have over 5,000 staff members.

Top 10 Universities in the World and their Tuition Fees

Getting a degree from a top University in the world can be very expensive. It can cost up to US$182,000 per academic year. Currently, the University of Chicago is the most expensive university in the global top ten. Thanks to various  financial aid schemes by private universities in the US, international students can have their partial to full needs covered.  Currently,there are four popular universities in the US that offer need blind admission for all admitted students

* Amherst College

* Dartmouth College

* Harvard University

* MIT

*Princeton University

*Yale University

Need-blind admission implies that students are admitted regardless of their ability to pay tuition, and that universities will fully cover all expenses. This scheme only applies to students whose parents cant afford tuition based on their income.

Top Ten World Universities and Their Tuition fees

(1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)  ——-    $36,000

(2) Harvard University —– $38,891

(3) University of Cambridge—-$14,000

(4) University College London (UCL)—–$14,000

(5) Imperial College London—–$14,000

(6) University of Oxford—-$14,000

(7)Stanford University—-$42,690

(8) Yale University—$43,100

(9)University of Chicago—$45,324

(10) California Institute of Technology (Caltech)

Courtesy – Nigerian Scholars Team

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