The College of Nursing Sciences at Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) is one of the teaching-hospital-based nursing training institutions in Plateau State that prepares candidates for careers in professional nursing through a structured National Diploma/Higher National Diploma (ND/HND) pathway. Because the college operates under JUTH and follows the general framework that most Nigerian teaching-hospital colleges of nursing use, prospective applicants often need clarity on two things before applying: what it costs to study there, and what qualifies a candidate for admission. This article covers both areas in detail for the 2026/2027 academic session.
About the College of Nursing Sciences, JUTH
The College of Nursing Sciences under JUTH trains students for a career path that leads to registration as a nurse under the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN). Like similar colleges attached to federal teaching hospitals — such as those at UITH Ilorin, OAUTHC Ile-Ife, and EKSUTH Ado-Ekiti — the JUTH college runs a four-year uninterrupted programme for candidates entering through the ND/HND Nursing track, in addition to other post-basic and specialised programmes the hospital periodically advertises, such as post-basic nursing anaesthesia, perioperative nursing, and community health training. Admission into the college is competitive and follows both the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) process and the college’s own post-UTME or computer-assisted screening exercise.
Because entry requirements and fee schedules for teaching-hospital nursing colleges are reviewed periodically by their management, this article presents the pattern that generally applies to the JUTH College of Nursing Sciences alongside comparable colleges. Applicants are strongly advised to confirm the exact current figures directly with the college’s admissions or bursary office, or through the official JUTH notice boards and portal, before making any payment.
Admission Requirements for 2026/2027
To qualify for admission into the ND/HND Nursing programme at the College of Nursing Sciences, JUTH, a candidate generally needs to meet the following conditions.
1. JAMB UTME registration and score Candidates must sit for the JAMB Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in the same admission cycle and choose the College of Nursing Sciences, JUTH, as their first choice institution. Teaching-hospital nursing colleges commonly set a minimum UTME cut-off mark of 180, and JUTH’s college typically follows this same benchmark, though the college reserves the right to adjust it depending on the volume and quality of applications received in a given year. A candidate who did not originally select the college as first choice on their JAMB profile is expected to carry out a change of institution through JAMB before applying for post-UTME screening.
2. JAMB subject combination The relevant UTME subjects for Nursing Science admission are:
- English Language
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
3. O’Level requirements Candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) credit passes in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), National Examination Council (NECO), or their equivalent, obtained in not more than two sittings. The five credits must include:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
Where NABTEB is used, it is generally not combined with results from another examination body — the two sittings, where applicable, must both come from recognised bodies such as WAEC or NECO, and combinations vary slightly by institution, so applicants should confirm the accepted combination with the college directly.
4. Age requirement Most nursing colleges attached to teaching hospitals require candidates to be at least 16 years of age at the time of application, and some set an upper age limit as well. Applicants should check the specific age bracket stated in the college’s current admission notice, since this detail is reviewed from one admission cycle to another.
5. Medical fitness and character Shortlisted candidates are usually required to undergo a medical fitness examination to confirm they are physically and mentally fit for nursing training, which involves demanding clinical placements. A good conduct or character requirement, sometimes evidenced by a letter of recommendation or an attestation of good behaviour, is also standard across these programmes.
6. Post-UTME/Screening exercise After satisfying the JAMB and O’Level conditions, candidates proceed to a computer-assisted screening or written post-UTME examination organised by the college. Performance in this screening, combined with the UTME score and O’Level results, determines the final admission list.
Documents Typically Required at the Point of Application
Applicants preparing to apply should have the following ready, usually in scanned digital format for online portals:
- JAMB UTME result slip and, where applicable, the change of institution slip
- Original and photocopies of O’Level result(s) (WAEC/NECO)
- Birth certificate or a sworn declaration of age
- Local government identification or an equivalent proof of origin/residence document
- Recent passport photographs
- Payment receipt or evidence of transaction for the application/screening fee
- Referee letters or a letter of recommendation, where the college requires them
School Fees Structure
School fees for nursing colleges run by federal teaching hospitals in Nigeria are generally lower than what private nursing schools charge, because these institutions receive some government subvention, but they are still higher than fees at conventional federal university faculties of nursing because of the practical/clinical training component. Based on the pattern typical of teaching-hospital colleges of nursing science in this fee bracket, a fresh student admitted into the College of Nursing Sciences, JUTH, for the 2026/2027 session should budget along the following broad lines. These figures are indicative estimates meant to guide budgeting and should be confirmed against the official fee schedule published by the college before payment.
| Fee Item | Estimated Range (₦) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Post-UTME/Screening fee | 10,000 – 16,000 | Paid before the screening exercise; non-refundable |
| Acceptance fee | 20,000 – 30,000 | Paid once, after an offer of admission |
| Tuition and departmental charges (first year) | 130,000 – 180,000 | Usually higher in the first year due to registration and uniform-related charges |
| Tuition (returning years) | 100,000 – 150,000 | Tends to reduce slightly from the second year onward |
| Hostel accommodation | 30,000 – 60,000 | Where campus hostel space is available and allocated |
| Off-campus accommodation (self-contained) | 100,000 – 150,000 per session | For students who choose to lodge outside the college hostel |
| Uniform, practical kits, and clinical materials | 20,000 – 40,000 | Mostly incurred in the first year |
Beyond tuition, students should also plan for textbooks, examination fees payable to the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria at relevant stages of the programme, transportation to clinical postings, and general upkeep. Because fees are reviewed periodically and can change from one session to another, the safest approach is to treat the figures above as a planning guide and verify the exact amount through the college’s official fee schedule at the point of admission.
How to Apply
- Sit for JAMB UTME and select the College of Nursing Sciences, JUTH, as your first choice institution, using the correct subject combination of English Language, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Meet the UTME cut-off mark set for the admission cycle, which typically sits around 180 for teaching-hospital nursing colleges.
- Upload your O’Level results to the JAMB Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) portal, ensuring all five required credits are captured correctly.
- Watch for the official post-UTME/screening announcement from the college, usually communicated through the JUTH or college notice boards and portal, and pay the stipulated screening fee through the approved payment channel only.
- Complete the screening exercise, which may be computer-based or a written test, sometimes followed by an oral interview.
- Check the admission list once released, and if offered a place, pay the acceptance fee within the given deadline to secure your slot.
- Proceed with registration, submitting all required original documents and paying the first tranche of school fees before resumption.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum UTME score required for the College of Nursing Sciences, JUTH?
Teaching-hospital colleges of nursing generally require a minimum UTME score of 180, and this benchmark commonly applies to the JUTH college as well. The exact cut-off for a given session is confirmed in the college’s official admission notice.
Can a candidate apply without writing JAMB?
The ND/HND Nursing programme requires JAMB UTME registration, since it leads to a National Diploma/Higher National Diploma. Some hospitals separately run a basic or general nursing school that does not always require JAMB, but this is distinct from the College of Nursing Sciences’ ND/HND track, so applicants should confirm which specific programme they are applying to.
Is the College of Nursing Sciences, JUTH, tuition-free or subsidised?
It is not tuition-free, but as a teaching-hospital-run institution, its fees tend to be more moderate than those of private nursing colleges, while still including tuition, practical/clinical charges, and accommodation-related costs.
How many O’Level sittings are allowed?
A maximum of two sittings is allowed, and the five required credits — English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology — must be obtained within those two sittings.
How long does the Nursing programme run?
The ND/HND Nursing programme at teaching-hospital colleges of nursing science typically runs for four years as an uninterrupted course of study.
Where can applicants get the most accurate fee figures?
Because fees are subject to periodic review, the most accurate and current figures come directly from the college’s bursary or admissions office, or from the official fee schedule published on the JUTH or college portal at the time of admission.