NDA School Fees (September 2023)

There is one reason the Nigeria Defence Academy is rated among the most sought after institutions in Nigeria. If a quality educational system, moral and career discipline, academic excellence and overall mental strength are qualities you desire for your war and children, then you should consider enrolling them into NDA. This Defence school has not only been praised for its positive impact on students, both academically and overall standard of living, it has also been recognized for its excellence in building amazing careers for youths.

While the institution may not be the most favoured, especially for people looking to develop a career in the corporate and public sector, it is a top choice for those that fancy their chances in building a career around defence, engineering and some other technology sectors. If you ever though NDA is mainly designed for people that want a career in the Army or other Armed forces, then you need to change that mindset as the institution has not only grown to be among the most rated in the country, it has also been recognized as one of the most diversified Defence Academies in Africa.

Although you wouldn’t compare the institution with popular federal, State and Private academic institutions in the country in terms of academic excellence and career diversity, the NDA adds a touch of extra service and training, both physical and mental. They are well known for their excellence in developing students in various spheres while still maintain an academic edge. The institution offers courses including accounting, economics, mathematics, and other common courses.

If you are interested in knowing how much students in this institution pays as tuition, you are in the right place. In this piece, we will take a critical look at tuition fees and other charges NDA students pay as at 2023.

Nigerian Defence Academy NDA School Fees in 2023

There have been a lot of controversies and rumours as regards the actual tuition fees of Nigeria Defence Academy in recent times. With various fees have the flying around the internet, it is essential to know the exact amount students in this institution pay. While many still assume this government defence training school is free, some other claim there are no standard tuition fees paid by students. However, the institution pays steady tuition fees, as announced by the management some few months back.

In this post, we will take a quick look at the school fees paid in this institution in 2023. We will consider the fees for each department, breaking down the fees and highlighting the amount paid per session.

NDA School Fees for Fresh Cadets 2023/2024 Academic Session

• Accounting: N45,000
• Biological Sciences: N45,000
• Chemistry: N45,000
• Civil Engineering: N45,000
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering: N45,000
• Computer Science: N45,000
• Physics: N45,000
• Geography: N45,000
• Mechanical Engineering: N45,000
• Computer Science: N45,000
• Economics: N45,000
• Mathematics: N45,000
• Political Science and Defense Studies: N45,000
• History: N45,000

Kindly note that NDA expects that all cadets should pay their school fees in full at the time of resumption.

NDA Acceptance Fees

New cadets at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) are expected to pay an acceptance fee similar to other universities in the country. Paying the acceptance fee signifies that the student agrees to go through the training program at the institution. The acceptance fees fluctuate depending on the academic session and decisions from the school’s governing body. Currently, the acceptance fee for new cadets at NDA is set at N35,000.

NDA Accommodation and Clearance Fee

As a student of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), you may be required to stay on campus. If you are staying on campus, then you will need to pay for one of the school hostels. The hostel fees are currently set at N40,000.

PRICES LAST UPDATED: MAY 23, 2023.

NDA School Fees FAQs

Would like to know about NDA school fees? This section will provide answers to some frequently asked questions about NDA school fees.

Can I pay my NDA school fees online?

Yes. As a new cadet at NDA, you are expected to pay your school fees online. Note that you should not pay your fees to any individual.

How do I pay my NDA school fees?

You can pay your NDA school fees by visiting the school student portal.

Nigerian Defence Academy Admission Requirements

Nigerian Defence academy is not the easiest of institutions to get into. Given its reputation, the institution is among the most sought after. Here, we will take a look at some basic requirements to consider before you decide to enrol for any course in the institution.

For you to be able to gain admission to study a course in the Nigerian Defence Academy, you must meet all the necessary requirements as stated by the institution. The core requirements are listed below.

• WAEC certification: Like any other institution in Nigeria, NDA requires student to have completed the compulsory Senior School certificate Examination (SSCE) i.e. either NECO, GCE O’level or WAEC with a minimum of five credits in not more than two sittings. To enrol into any of Faculty of Science, Faculty of Military Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, the student must have a minimum of credit passes in at least two relevant supporting subjects with credits in all required subjects including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and/or Biology.
• Age Limit: Age is another factor considered important in the institution. To gain admission into NDA, you have to be between 17 and 21 years old as at the period of the admission process.
• Height Consideration: Applicant must be at least 1.68 meters tall for guys and at least 1.58 meters tall for ladies.
• Marital Status: Applicant must be single during the admission process and should not have any legal obligation to any other individual during the period.
• State of Origin: Applicant must have a Certificate of Origin from the Local Government or a corresponding Certificate of State Indigene signed by the office of the executive governor.

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