Crawford University

About

Crawford University is a private Christian University in Igbesa, Ogun state in Nigeria, owned by the Apostolic Faith Mission. It was established in 2005 by the Apostolic Faith Mission and is committed to academic excellence and high standards of discipline and morals. 

Acronym	CRU
Nickname	CRU
Motto / Slogan	Knowledge with Godliness
Colour	Royal blue
Founded	2005
Departments	13
Location	Ado-Odo/Ota, Ogun, Nigeria
Address	Faith City, Lusada, Igbesa

Objectives

Crawford University's primary objectives are to be a center of excellence, producing well-rounded graduates, and to be an international institution of higher learning with high standards in teaching and research. 

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

1. College of Business and Social Sciences
2. College of Natural and Applied Sciences
3. College of Arts and Communication Studies

Reasons to Study at Crawford University

1. Quality Education

   The university offers courses with a rich curriculum that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, workshops, and seminars that empower students to become knowledgeable and capable entrepreneurs.

2. Faith-Driven Learning

   Crawford’s shapes academic and campus life. The university blends rigorous scholarship with biblical values, ensuring graduates are both intellectually sound and morally grounded 

3. Accredited Programs

   Crawford’s academic offerings span Business, Social Sciences, Natural and Applied Sciences, and Arts & Communication, all fully accredited by NUC. In 2023 it ranked within the top 100 of Nigerian universities, underscoring its growing academic credibility

4. Serene Campus

   Sprawled over 71 hectares in rural Igbesa, Crawford’s main campus offers a calm, secure learning environment, ideal for focused study and personal growth, away from the congestion of cities, but within commuting distance of Ota and Lagos suburbs

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

1. Admission into FULL-TIME undergraduate programmes is ONLY through Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE).
2. Candidates must possess five (5) credits in O’Level or its equivalent as required by the Department of interest. Candidates must obtain a minimum of 160 points in Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Candidate’s details must have been forwarded to Crawford University by Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). 
3. Candidates must sit for the University POST-UTME Examination and must obtain the required minimum score.

Supporting Documents

1. O’Level Results
2. Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) 
3. Passport Photograph 

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

• Bachelor's degree (minimum Second Class Lower Division) in a relevant field from Crawford University or another recognized institution.
• Candidates must possess five (5) credits in O’Level or its equivalent as required by the Department of interest. Candidates must obtain a minimum of 160 points in Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Candidate’s details must have been forwarded to Crawford University by Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). 

Supporting Documents

1. Academic transcripts
2. O Level Results 
3. Letters of recommendation
4. Personal statements
5. English Test score requirements (e.g., SAT, TOEFL for international students).

How To Apply For Admission

Find your Programme and Check Admission Requirements

• All degree programmes and courses can be found on our website.
• You can filter by subject, level of education, and duration of the programme, as well as find programmes that are open for late applications.  
• Click on the programme or course you are interested in to find the information required:

Click here to view the Admission requirements for all Programmes

Click here to view the Tuition Fees for all Programmes

Click here to view the new method of payment for all Programmes

• Any additional documentation requested specifically for the selection to the programme.

Admission Process

• Start your application by clicking the “Apply Now!” button below.
• Fill in all required fields accurately, then click on the “Purchase Form” button. Carefully validate that all your details are correct before proceeding.

Select Degree Programme

• Choose the degree programme you intend to apply for and make payment.

Submit the Application Form

• Fill all fields correctly. Ensure that you upload all necessary documents as required. After all your information is filled out correctly, then submit the form.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +234 703 608 8135

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CRU Overview

Facilities

Accreditations

National Universities Commission(NUC)

History

Crawford University is a private Christian university in Igbesa, Ogun State, Nigeria, owned by the Apostolic Faith Mission. Crawford University was established in 2005 by Paul Akazue, the then leader and third Overseer for the Apostolic Faith work across Africa. Rev. Paul Akazue was the proprietor and the first installed Chancellor of Crawford University, before his death in May 2010.