Osun State Polytechnic, popularly known as OSPOLY, is a state-owned tertiary institution located in Iree, Boripe Local Government Area of Osun State. It runs National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programs across engineering, science, environmental studies, and management disciplines, and it also affiliates with the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) and Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, to run degree-level tracks alongside its core polytechnic programs. This article lists the courses offered at OSPOLY, breaks down the school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, and explains the admission requirements candidates need to meet.
About Osun State Polytechnic, Iree
Osun State Polytechnic did not begin as an independent institution. It started out as a satellite campus of Polytechnic Ibadan before being separated into its own autonomous polytechnic in 1992, under the administration of former Osun State Governor Alhaji Isiaka Adeleke. What began with just eight programs across ND and HND levels has since grown into an institution offering more than 30 accredited courses spanning nine schools or faculties.
The polytechnic is fully accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and, in addition to its standard ND and HND offerings, runs a Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) program and degree-level programs delivered through academic partnerships with UNILORIN and UNIZIK. This combination of technical, teacher-training, and degree-affiliated programs makes OSPOLY one of the more diversified state polytechnics in South West Nigeria.
List of Courses Offered at Osun State Polytechnic, Iree
OSPOLY organizes its National Diploma and Higher National Diploma programs under several schools, covering engineering, applied science, environmental studies, communication, and management-related disciplines.
School of Applied Sciences
- Computer Science
- Statistics
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Applied Science (Chemistry Option)
- Applied Science (Microbiology Option)
- Food Technology
School of Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering Technology
- Chemical Engineering Technology
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering
- Welding and Fabrication
School of Environmental Studies
- Architectural Technology
- Building Technology
- Estate Management and Valuation
- Quantity Surveying
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Art and Design
School of Business and Management
- Accountancy
- Banking and Finance
- Business Administration and Management
- Marketing
- Office Technology and Management
- Procurement and Supply Chain Management
School of Communication Arts
- Mass Communication
Beyond this core spread of ND and HND courses, OSPOLY also runs the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) program for candidates pursuing a teaching qualification, along with degree programs offered through its academic partnerships with UNILORIN and UNIZIK for students who wish to progress directly into a Bachelor’s degree track while studying at the Iree campus.
School Fees for ND and HND Courses at OSPOLY
Osun State Polytechnic applies a flat school fee across nearly all its ND and HND courses, regardless of department, which is a fairly uncommon but student-friendly approach compared to many other polytechnics that charge more for engineering and laboratory-based courses. The table below shows the approved school fee and acceptance fee for the courses listed above.
| Course | School Fee (Per Session) | Acceptance Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Accountancy | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Architectural Technology | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Art and Design | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Banking and Finance | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Building Technology | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Business Administration and Management | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Chemical Engineering Technology | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Computer Engineering | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Computer Science | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Estate Management and Valuation | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Food Technology | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Mechatronics Engineering Technology | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Office Technology and Management | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Quantity Surveying | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Science Laboratory Technology | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Statistics | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Urban and Regional Planning | ₦60,000 | ₦15,000 |
Beyond the standard school fee and acceptance fee, students also pay a set of smaller, fixed charges that apply regardless of course: an ID Card Fee of ₦500, a Medical Fee of ₦1,000, a Sport Fee of ₦1,500, an ICT Development Fee of ₦5,000, and a SIWES (Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme) fee of ₦1,000. Adding these together, a fresh student’s total session cost, including the acceptance fee, comes to roughly ₦84,000, while returning students, who no longer pay the acceptance fee, pay a correspondingly lower total.
School Fees for NCE Programmes
Candidates enrolled in the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) track at OSPOLY pay a separate, lower fee structure, broken down by level.
| Level | Fee Breakdown | Total |
|---|---|---|
| NCE I | Tuition ₦20,000, Matriculation ₦2,000, ICT ₦5,000, SIWES ₦1,000, Medical ₦2,500, Sports ₦1,500, ID Card ₦1,500 | ₦34,000 |
| NCE II | Tuition ₦20,000, ICT ₦5,000, Sports ₦1,500, ID Card ₦1,500 | ₦28,000 |
| NCE III | Tuition ₦20,000, ICT ₦5,000, Sports ₦1,500, ID Card ₦1,500, Teaching Practice ₦1,500 | ₦33,000 |
NCE I carries the highest total because it includes one-off charges such as matriculation and a higher medical fee that do not recur in subsequent years, while NCE III includes a teaching practice fee that reflects the supervised classroom placement required in the final year of the program.
How to Pay OSPOLY School Fees
OSPOLY processes school fee payments entirely online through its student portal. The general payment procedure follows these steps:
- Log in to the official OSPOLY website and click on the Student Portal link.
- Select “Student Portal Login” and sign in using your matriculation number or application number along with your password.
- Click on “Pay Fees” from the dashboard, then select “School Fees” from the dropdown menu.
- Choose either “Instalment” or “Full Payment,” depending on your preferred payment arrangement.
- Complete the payment using a debit card linked to the portal’s payment gateway.
- Print the payment confirmation slip and present it at the Bursary Department to obtain an official receipt.
- Proceed to complete course registration using the confirmed payment.
Osun State Polytechnic, like most state and federal polytechnics in Nigeria, generally does not extend payment plans beyond the instalment option built into its portal, so students are advised to complete payment before registration deadlines to avoid late charges or exam eligibility issues.
Admission Requirements
Admission into OSPOLY’s ND programs follows the standard requirements applied across Nigerian polytechnics:
- A minimum of five credit passes in relevant O’Level subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings through WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or GCE.
- A valid UTME registration with Osun State Polytechnic selected as the institution of choice, or a completed Change of Institution where applicable.
- Successful completion of the polytechnic’s post-UTME screening process, which in some recent admission cycles has been conducted as an online screening exercise rather than a physical entrance examination.
Candidates applying for O’Level-based subject combinations should note that requirements differ by department. Engineering courses such as Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering typically require credits in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, while Business and Management courses lean toward Economics, Commerce, and Principles of Accounts, alongside the compulsory English Language and Mathematics credits.
HND admission requires candidates to hold a National Diploma in a relevant field with a minimum of Lower Credit, along with the standard five-credit O’Level requirement and, in most departments, a minimum of one year of post-ND industrial work experience.
Candidates applying for JAMB-processed admission must also ensure their O’Level results, whether from WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, are correctly uploaded to their JAMB profile, since OSPOLY has previously required candidates to complete this step before their admission could be processed.
Why OSPOLY’s Flat Fee Structure Stands Out
Unlike many polytechnics that charge noticeably higher fees for engineering and laboratory-based courses, Osun State Polytechnic applies a uniform ₦60,000 school fee across virtually all its ND and HND courses. This flat-rate approach simplifies budgeting for prospective students, since a candidate choosing Computer Engineering pays the same core school fee as a candidate choosing Business Administration and Management, with only the smaller fixed charges, such as the ICT Development Fee, applying equally across all departments regardless of course type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the general school fee at Osun State Polytechnic?
Most ND and HND courses cost ₦60,000 per session, with an additional ₦15,000 acceptance fee for fresh students.
What other charges apply besides the school fee?
Students pay a ₦500 ID Card Fee, ₦1,000 Medical Fee, ₦1,500 Sport Fee, ₦5,000 ICT Development Fee, and ₦1,000 SIWES fee.
How much does the NCE programme cost?
NCE I costs ₦34,000, NCE II costs ₦28,000, and NCE III costs ₦33,000, based on the specific charges applicable to each level.
Does OSPOLY conduct a physical entrance examination?
In recent admission cycles, the polytechnic has processed candidates through an online screening exercise rather than a physical UTME-style entrance test.
Can candidates pay school fees in instalments?
Yes. The student portal allows candidates to choose between instalment payment and full payment when settling their school fees.
Is Osun State Polytechnic government-owned?
Yes. It is a state-owned public institution controlled and managed by the Osun State Government.