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Universities Offering Religious Studies in Nigeria (2027)

69 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Religious Studies. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools69

States22

About Religious Studies

Religious Studies equips students with a deep understanding of world religions, African traditional religion, Islamic studies, Christian theology, ethics, and the philosophy of religion. Students examine sacred texts, religious history, interfaith dialogue, and the sociological role of religion in contemporary Nigerian society. The programme sharpens critical thinking, research, and communication skills that are highly transferable across several sectors. Graduates can pursue careers as clergy or religious leaders, secondary school teachers registered with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), civil servants within ministries handling religious affairs, or researchers and academics in tertiary institutions. Some graduates also find opportunities in journalism, counselling, and non-governmental organisations focused on peacebuilding and interfaith harmony across Nigeria's diverse religious landscape.

Abia (3 schools)

Adamawa (1 schools)

Ecwa Theological Seminary, Aba, Abia State (Affl To University Of Uyo)University

Akwa Ibom (5 schools)

Anambra (4 schools)

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra StateUniversity
Paul University, Awka, Anambra StateUniversity
Tansian University, Oba, Anambra StateUniversity
University On The Niger, Umunya, Anambra StateUniversity

Bayelsa (1 schools)

Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa StateUniversity

Benue (2 schools)

Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue StateUniversity
University Of Mkar, Gboko, Benue StateUniversity

Cross River (2 schools)

Delta (5 schools)

Adams Igbudu Christian Institute, Emevor, (Affl To Uniport), Delta StateUniversity
College Of Seminary And Theology, Irri, (Affiliated To Ndu), Delta StateUniversity
Delta State University Of Science And Technology, Ozoro, Delta StateUniversity
Delta State University, Abraka, Delta StateUniversity
Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, Delta StateUniversity

Ebonyi (3 schools)

Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi StateUniversity
Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Ebonyi StateUniversity
Evangel University, Akaeze, Ebonyi StateUniversity

Edo (4 schools)

Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo StateUniversity
Baptist College Of Theology, Benin City, Edo State (Affl To Ambrose Alli Univ)University
Glorious Vision University, Ogwa, Edo StateUniversity
University Of Benin, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity

Ekiti (3 schools)

Bamidele Olumilua University Of Edu. Science And Tech. Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity
Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity
Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity

Enugu (3 schools)

Imo (4 schools)

Kwara (2 schools)

Summit Univerity, Offa, Kwara StateUniversity
Umca, Ilorin (Affliated To University Of Ibadan), Kwara StateUniversity

Lagos (2 schools)

Nasarawa (2 schools)

Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa StateUniversity
Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa StateUniversity

Ogun (2 schools)

Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun StateUniversity
Mcpherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun StateUniversity

Ondo (3 schools)

Osun (5 schools)

Adeleke University, Ede, Osun StateUniversity
Bowen University, Iwo, Osun StateUniversity
Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun StateUniversity
Kings University, Ode-Omu, Osun StateUniversity
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun StateUniversity

Oyo (5 schools)

Plateau (3 schools)

Plateau State University, Bokkos, Plateau StateUniversity
Theological College Of Northern Nigeria, Plateau (Affl To Unijos), Plateau StateUniversity
University Of Jos, Jos, Plateau StateUniversity

Rivers (5 schools)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Religious Studies in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 69 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Religious Studies.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Religious Studies?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Religious Studies?

Akwa Ibom has the most institutions offering Religious Studies in Nigeria.