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About
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is a prominent public research university established in 1962 in Lagos, Nigeria. It is recognized as one of Nigeria's first-generation universities and is highly competitive for admissions, known for its academic excellence and diverse student body. UNILAG offers a wide array of programs across various faculties, with particular strengths in Law, Engineering, Business Administration, and Mass Communication, and its main campus is largely surrounded by the Lagos Lagoon.
UNIREAL Score
74/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 74
Overview
- Country
- Nigeria
- City
- Lagos
- Established
- 1962
- Students
- 48,680
- Programs
- 246
- Tuition (yearly)
- €910
- Admission period
- April – July (Postgraduate)
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Where is University of Lagos?
University of Lagos is located in Lagos, Nigeria.
How much does it cost to study at University of Lagos?
Typical yearly tuition at University of Lagos is about €910. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to University of Lagos?
Admission at University of Lagos usually runs April – July (Postgraduate).
What can I study at University of Lagos?
University of Lagos offers about 246 programs, including Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), Law (LLB), Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering.
What is the UNIREAL Score of University of Lagos?
University of Lagos has a UNIREAL Score of 74/100, calculated from: research activity.
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