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Universities Offering Theatre Arts in Nigeria (2027)

44 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Theatre Arts. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools44

States20

About Theatre Arts

Theatre Arts is a dynamic and creative discipline that equips students with practical and theoretical knowledge in dramatic performance, stagecraft, directing, playwriting, costume and set design, and the history of both African and Western theatre traditions. Students also explore film, television production, and oral literature, making the programme highly versatile. Graduates are well-positioned to build careers as professional actors, theatre directors, screenwriters, and entertainment entrepreneurs within Nigeria's rapidly growing creative industry. Other rewarding paths include arts administration, cultural management, and broadcasting. The Society of Nigerian Theatre Artists (SONTA) remains the foremost professional body for practitioners in this field, providing networking opportunities, advocacy, and standards that guide the development of theatre and performing arts across the country.

Abia (1 schools)

Gregory University, Uturu, Abia StateUniversity

Akwa Ibom (2 schools)

Ritman University, Ikot-Ekpene, Akwa Ibom StateUniversity
University Of Uyo, Akwa Ibom StateUniversity

Anambra (3 schools)

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra StateUniversity
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra StateUniversity
Paul University, Awka, Anambra StateUniversity

Bayelsa (2 schools)

Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa StateUniversity
University Of Africa, Toru-Orua, Bayelsa StateUniversity

Benue (1 schools)

Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue StateUniversity

Borno (1 schools)

University Of Maiduguri, Borno StateUniversity

Cross River (1 schools)

University Of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River StateUniversity

Delta (4 schools)

Delta State University Of Science And Technology, Ozoro, Delta StateUniversity
Delta State University, Abraka, Delta StateUniversity
Michael And Cecilia Ibru University, Owhrode, Delta StateUniversity
Sports University, Idumuje Ugboko, 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 (3 schools)

Igbinedion University, Okada, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity
Tonnie Iredia University Of Communication, Ugbor Gra, Edo StateUniversity
University Of Benin, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity

Ekiti (2 schools)

Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity
Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity

Imo (1 schools)

Imo State University, Owerri, Imo StateUniversity

Kaduna (1 schools)

Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Kaduna StateUniversity

Kogi (3 schools)

Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi StateUniversity
Kogi State University, Kabba, Kogi StateUniversity
Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Kogi StateUniversity

Nasarawa (2 schools)

Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa StateUniversity
Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa StateUniversity

Ondo (2 schools)

Adeyemi Federal University Of Education, Ondo StateUniversity
Wesley University, Ondo, Ondo StateUniversity

Osun (5 schools)

Adeleke University, Ede, Osun StateUniversity
Bowen University, Iwo, Osun StateUniversity
Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun StateUniversity
Redeemers University, Ede, Osun StateUniversity
University Of Ilesa, Ilesa, Osun StateUniversity

Oyo (3 schools)

Atiba University, Oyo, Oyo StateUniversity
Ladoke Akintola University Of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo StateUniversity
University Of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo StateUniversity

Plateau (1 schools)

Plateau State University, Bokkos, Plateau StateUniversity

Rivers (3 schools)

Ignatius Ajuru University Of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers StateUniversity
Madonna University, Elele, Rivers StateUniversity
Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers StateUniversity

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Theatre Arts in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 44 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Theatre Arts.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Theatre Arts?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Theatre Arts?

Osun has the most institutions offering Theatre Arts in Nigeria.