Clifford University

About

Clifford University Owerrinta is a newly chartered Institution by the Federal Ministry of Education of Nigeria following the various visits, inspections, and recommendation of the National Universities Commission (NUC). It thus becomes one of the 144 tertiary institutions owned and operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church worldwide.

At Cliford University, we do not discriminate on the basis of Sex, Race, Tribe, State of Origin, Nationality, Religious denominations or Political affiliation. However every student is expected to conform to the Seventh-day Adventist Standards.

Objectives

1. Be a centre of academic excellence committed to the achievement of accelerated development based on Christian values and principles;
2. Promote the fear of God, through education and information dissemination;
3. Promote international cooperation through linkages in pursuit of research, staff and student exchanges;
4. Encourage the advancement of learning and to hold out to all persons without distinction of race, creed, sex or political conviction the opportunity of acquiring a higher and liberal education;
5. Provide courses of instruction and other facilities for the pursuit of learning in all its branches, and to make those facilities available on proper terms to such persons as are equipped to benefit from them;
6. Encourage and promote scholarship and conduct research in all fields of learning and human endeavour;
7. Relate its activities to the social, cultural and economic needs of the people of Nigeria;
8. Establish a centre for entrepreneurial studies to stimulate job creation and innovative abilities in students from onset of their studies, in such a way that graduates shall be resourceful, self- reliant and job creators; and
9. Undertake any other activities appropriate for a university of the highest standard.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

1. Faculty of Humanities
2. Faculty of Science
3. Faculty of Social and Management Sciences 
4. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
5. Faculty of Law
6. Faculty of Education

Reasons to Study at Clifford University

1. Affordable Private University

   Studying in a private university with first class learning facilities without having to break the bank is possible at CLU. Clifford University gives you value for your tuition fee.

2. Great Education and Assistantship

   Clifford University's courses are scrutinized and built by faculty of active industry leaders and academic experts who understands how to succeed in today’s professional market.

3. Green And Secured Environment

   Clifford University is known for its green and sustainable environment. The University’ s environment is clean, serene, secured, beautiful, and breathtaking.

4. Cultural Diversity

   Clifford University admits thousands of students from different tribes from across Nigeria with one goal, one purpose, one faith and one God come together at CLU.

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

UTME Students 

1. To be eligible for admission into any of our programmes, a candidate must have five credit passes in WAEC/NECO/NABTEB (GCE, SSCE) Examination or equivalents in not more than two sittings.
2. All students in the program are advised to obtain the JAMB form, write the exam and secure the acceptable cut-off mark for that year to be eligible for Degree program.

Transfer/Direct Entry Students

Candidates with A’level and University diploma certificates may be admitted into 200 Level for the relevant undergraduate programmes if they meet the following requirements;

1. Students in this category are expected to have obtained minimum pass grades in at least two relevant subjects at the Higher School Certificate (HSC), JUPEB, General Certificate of Education (GCE A ’Level) or equivalents.
2. Other relevant Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates from institutions recognized by Clifford University Senate in line with the applicable laws in Nigeria may be considered for admission.
3. Complete transcript or Statement of result must be submitted by all direct entry students before they are admitted.
4. The Senate of Clifford University reserves the right to determine admission cumulative points/cut-off mark for direct entry applicants.
5. All Candidates that scale through 1-4 above will equally be required to undergo a screening test conducted by Clifford University except those coming from JUPEB.
6. All admitted direct entry students are required to take the Clifford University prescribed General Studies Courses.
7. While commensurate credits may be given for specific courses passed in any recognized diploma or certificate examinations, no direct entry candidate is considered for whole session exemptions by University Academic policy.

Supporting Documents

1. UTME result slip 
2. Five (5) OLevel credit passes (WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB), including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings
3. Passport photograph 

How To Apply For Admission

Step 1: Visit the Admission Portal

Go to the Clifford University Online Admissions System (OAS). 

Step 2: Register

Follow the instructions to create an account on the portal. 

Step 3: Select your Preferred Program

Choose your desired undergraduate program. 

Step 4: Complete Application Form

Fill out the application form with accurate details. 

Step 5: Make Payment

Pay the application fee through the portal using the available payment methods. 

Step 6: Submit Application

Ensure you submit the application form after completing all the steps. 

Step 7: Attend Post UTME/Screening

If required, participate in the Post UTME screening exercise.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +2348036970755, +2347034871571

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  Life@ Campus

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  Laboatory Session

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  Matriculation Ceremony

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  Students

Campus Tour

Facilities

Accreditations

National Universities Commission(NUC)

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Dr Nwachukwu, Prosper Chidi

  Lecturer II  Nwachukwu, Prosper Chidi (Ph.D) is highly motivated, talented, dedicated, compassionate, knowledgeable and hardworking lecturer with many years of experience driven to inspire students to pursue... read more

  academic and personal excellence. He has taught in reputable public and private institutions of learning. He is at present a principal lecturer in the Department of Biological Science and School of General Studies, Clifford University Owerrinta, Abia State.
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  Mrs. Abali Chituru

  Lecturer

History

At Aba, Pastor Clifford started a primary school and developed the foundation for Ad... read more