02. June 2025
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Top 10 Best Private Islamic Universities in Nigeria
Nigeria is home to several private Islamic universities that combine academic excellence with strong Islamic morals and values. These institutions offer a wide range of programs while ensuring that students grow spiritually, morally, and intellectually. Below is a list of the top private Islamic universities in Nigeria.
Note: Most of these universities offer both Islamic and secular programs such as Law, Sciences, Education, and Management.
1. Al-Hikmah University – Ilorin, Kwara State
- Founded: 2005
- Programs: Islamic Studies, Law, Sciences, Education, Management
- Tuition Fee: ₦400,000 – ₦700,000/year
2. Fountain University – Osogbo, Osun State
- Founded: 2007 by NASFAT
- Programs: Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Management, Islamic Studies
- Tuition Fee: ₦350,000 – ₦600,000/year
3. Al-Qalam University – Katsina State
- Founded: 2005
- Programs: Sharia, Arabic Studies, Social Sciences, Education
- Tuition Fee: ₦300,000 – ₦500,000/year
4. Summit University – Offa, Kwara State
- Founded: 2015 by Ansar-Ud-Deen Society
- Programs: Sciences, Social Sciences, Islamic Studies
- Tuition Fee: ₦400,000 – ₦600,000/year
5. Crescent University – Abeokuta, Ogun State
- Founded: 2005 by the Islamic Mission for Africa
- Programs: Law, Mass Comm., Computer Science, Islamic Studies
- Tuition Fee: ₦500,000 – ₦750,000/year
6. Madinah University – Lagos (Online/Hybrid Model)
- Founded: Emerging
- Programs: Qur’an Studies, Hadith, Arabic, Online Courses
- Tuition Fee: Varies per course/module
7. Daru Dawah College of Education – Lagos
- Type: Private Islamic College of Education
- Programs: Islamic Education, Arabic, Social Studies
- Note: Offers pathway to university degree through affiliate programs
8. Markaz University – Agege, Lagos
- Status: Proposed/Developing Islamic University
- Programs: Islamic Sciences, Arabic, Islamic Law (planned)
- Note: Associated with reputable Islamic institutes
9. Rahmatullah Islamic University (RIU) – Nasarawa (Upcoming)
- Status: Awaiting NUC full accreditation
- Focus: Purely Islamic university with modern faculties
10. The Muslim College of Education & Tech – Ibadan, Oyo State
- Type: Private faith-based higher institution
- Programs: NCE, ICT, Islamic Education
Reminder: Admission policies, courses, and fees vary yearly. Ensure you verify with the university before applying.
