Introduction to Madonna University in Nigeria:

Introduction

Madonna University is the first private Catholic university in Nigeria and the first private university approved by the federal government in West Africa. It is a member of the International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU).

History and Establishment

It was established on May 10, 1999 in Okija, Anambra State by Father E.M.P. Edeh. In 2004, with the approval of the Nigerian National University Commission, the main campus moved to Elele, Rivers State. In 2011, the Akpogo campus in Enugu State began full operation, mainly for engineering and technical science education.

Overview

Campus distribution: There are three campuses, namely Elele Campus, Okija Campus and Akpogo Campus. The Elele campus offers majors such as medicine, medical laboratory science, pharmacy, optometry, nursing, and natural sciences; the Okija campus offers majors such as law, accounting, banking and finance, business administration, entrepreneurship, international relations, political science, and library and information science; the Akpogo campus offers majors such as chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, and petroleum engineering.

Student size: The number of students is between 10,000 and 14,999.

Degree courses: Pre-bachelor's degree, bachelor's degree, master's degree, and doctoral degree courses are offered.

School strength

Faculty: With a world-class faculty, it provides students with high-quality education and professional courses.

Teaching facilities: The school has advanced teaching facilities, including modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries, computer centers, etc. Among them, the university library of the Okija campus has an information and communication technology (ICT) area, which provides students with rich electronic information resources.

Scientific research results: The school focuses on scientific research and innovation, promotes the integration of theory and practice through advanced scientific research facilities, and cultivates students' innovation and practical abilities.

Nature of the institution

It is a private university and a non-profit institution.

Educational philosophy

Mission: To provide high-quality service-oriented university education, serve the common interests of the African people and other regions, and cultivate young men and women who are educationally and morally upright.

Vision: To cultivate graduates who can go out into the world and spread peace and order; to maintain a leading position in learning, teaching and research.

Key laboratories and disciplines

The key laboratories of the school are not clearly mentioned in the current public information. Key disciplines include medicine, pharmacy, law, engineering, etc.

Faculty

There are schools of management and social sciences, arts and education, law, medicine, pharmacy, engineering, etc.

Ranking

In the 2024 World University Rankings, the country ranks 92nd and the world ranks 10773rd.

Expenses

Undergraduate course tuition fees range from 600,000 to 700,000 naira.

Campus environment

The campus environment is beautiful and shaded by trees. Each campus is equipped with complete teaching and living facilities, such as libraries, laboratories, gymnasiums, canteens, dormitories, etc., providing students with good learning and living conditions. At the same time, the school also implements a 100% boarding system to provide students with a safe and comfortable accommodation environment.