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Universities Offering Actuarial Science in Nigeria (2027)

21 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Actuarial Science. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools21

States15

About Actuarial Science

Actuarial Science is a rigorous mathematical discipline that equips students with advanced skills in statistics, probability, financial mathematics, and risk analysis. Students study core areas including life and general insurance, pension mathematics, investment theory, demography, and econometrics, blending quantitative techniques with business principles to model and manage financial uncertainty. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue careers as actuaries in insurance companies, pension fund administrators, commercial banks, and consultancy firms across Nigeria. The profession is regulated internationally through bodies such as the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) and the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS), while locally, the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers (NCRIB) and the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) provide regulatory frameworks that shape professional practice within the Nigerian financial services industry.

Abia (1 schools)

Rhema University, Aba, Abia StateUniversity

Delta (2 schools)

Delta State University Of Science And Technology, Ozoro, Delta StateUniversity
Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo, Delta StateUniversity

Edo (1 schools)

University Of Benin, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity

Ekiti (1 schools)

Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity

FCT (2 schools)

Prime University, Kuje, AbujaUniversity
Sample Demo University CapsUniversity

Jigawa (1 schools)

Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa StateUniversity

Kaduna (1 schools)

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna StateUniversity

Kogi (2 schools)

Confluence University Of Science And Technology, Osara, Kogi StateUniversity
Salem University, Lokoja, Kogi StateUniversity

Kwara (1 schools)

Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity

Lagos (1 schools)

University Of Lagos, Lagos StateUniversity

Niger (2 schools)

Edusoko University, Bida, Niger StateUniversity
Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger StateUniversity

Ogun (1 schools)

Crawford University Of Apostolic Faith Mission Faith City, Igbesa, Ogun StateUniversity

Osun (1 schools)

Redeemers University, Ede, Osun StateUniversity

Oyo (3 schools)

Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Oyo StateUniversity
Dominion University, Ibadan, Oyo StateUniversity
Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan, Oyo StateUniversity

Plateau (1 schools)

University Of Jos, Jos, Plateau StateUniversity

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Actuarial Science in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 21 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Actuarial Science.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Actuarial Science?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Actuarial Science?

Oyo has the most institutions offering Actuarial Science in Nigeria.