Anchor University, Lagos courses offered, school fees, admission requirements and hostel
Anchor University is a private Christian institution of higher learning situated along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, in Lagos State, Nigeria.
It was established in 2014 by the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, a Pentecostal organization affiliated with the Redeemed Christian Church of God.
The university’s mission is to provide affordable, quality education that is grounded in Christian ethics and values.
This article examines the courses offered, school fees, admission requirements, and hostel process at Anchor University.
Anchor University, Lagos Courses Offered
Anchor University offers a range of courses in various fields, including the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities and management sciences.
The courses offered at the university are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and include the following:
Accounting
Applied Geophysics
Banking and Finance
Biochemistry
Biology
Biotechnology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Computer Science
Economics
Education and Biology
Education and Chemistry
Education and Computer Science
Education and Mathematics
Education and Physics
English and Literary Studies
French
Geology
History and Diplomatic Studies
Industrial Chemistry
Information Technology
International Relations
Mass Communication
Mathematics
Microbiology
Physics
Physics with Electronics
Political Science
Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
Anchor University School Fees
Anchor University is relatively affordable compared to other private universities in Nigeria.
The school fees for the 2021/2022 academic session varies depending on the course of study, and students are advised to visit the university website for more information.
Also, compared to other universities, Anchor University is quite affordable as it costs an average of about N350,000 and N400,000 per session for science and social science courses respectively.
Anchor University Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission into Anchor University, candidates must possess a minimum of five credit passes in the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) or its equivalent, including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings.
Candidates must also have a minimum score of 180 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Additionally, candidates who have completed the one-year Foundation Programme of the university or its equivalent will also be considered for admission into the undergraduate programmes.
The application process for admission into Anchor University is online, and prospective students are advised to visit the university website for more information on the admissions process.
Anchor University Hostel and Accomodation
Anchor University has a well-planned and organized hostel system that provides accommodation for students who need it.
The university currently has six hostels, of which two are female-only hostels, two are male-only hostels, while the remaining two are mixed hostels.
Hostel accommodation is allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis, and students are advised to apply for accommodation as soon as they receive their admission letter.
The university provides basic amenities in its hostels, including electricity, water, security, and toilet facilities.
