Imo State University (IMSU)

About

Imo State University (IMSU), located in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, was established in 1981 through law No. 4 of the Imo State House of Assembly. The university's mission is to advance learning through teaching and research, fostering creativity, discipline, and community service. IMSU is a fully functional university with many of its programs fully accredited by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria

Acronym	IMSU
Nickname	IMSU
Motto / Slogan	Excellence in Service
Founded	1981
Location	Owerri Municipal, Imo, Nigeria
Address	Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.

Objectives

Imo State University's primary goals include encouraging the advancement of learning through teaching and research. This includes fostering creativity, discipline, and inventiveness, as well as patriotism and community service. The university also aims to provide a specialized, distinctive, and qualitative undergraduate education and train manpower needed for the country's socio-economic, political, technological, and cultural development.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

1. Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine
2. Faculty of Business Administration
3. Faculty of Education
4. Faculty of Engineering
5. Faculty of Environmental Science
6. Faculty of Health Science
7. Faculty of Humanities
8. Faculty of Law
9. Faculty of Medicine
10. Faculty of Science
11. Faculty of Social Sciences

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

A. General Documents (All Applicants)

• JAMB Admission Letter (Original and photocopy) – printed from https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng.
• IMSU Admission Letter – issued by the university after acceptance of offer.
• JAMB Result Slip (showing your UTME score).
• O’Level Results (WAEC, NECO, or equivalent) – with at least 5 credits including English and Mathematics.
• Printout or original statement of result accepted.
• Birth Certificate or Age Declaration.
• Local Government Identification Certificate (Indigene Certificate).
• Acceptance Fee Receipt – proof of payment (usually paid via https://imsu.edu.ng).
• School Fees Payment Receipt – proof of tuition payment.
• Online Registration Printout – acknowledgment slip from the IMSU portal.

B. For Direct Entry Candidates (DE Applicants)

• In addition to the above:
• ND/NCE/HND/B.Sc. Certificate or Statement of Result.
• Official Academic Transcript (to be sent directly to the Registrar, IMSU).
• DE Registration Slip from JAMB.

 C. Other Supporting Documents

• Medical Clearance Form – to be obtained from IMSU Medical Centre.
• Passport Photographs – at least 8 recent passport-sized photos (white background).
• Guarantor/Parent Consent Form – usually provided during physical verification

Supporting Documents

1. Mandatory Documents

• JAMB Admission Letter – printed from https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng
• IMSU Admission Letter – obtainable from the IMSU portal after accepting the offer.
• O’Level Result (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) – minimum of 5 credits including English and Mathematics.
• JAMB Result Slip – showing your UTME score and subject combination.
• Birth Certificate or Age Declaration.
• Certificate of Origin (Local Government Identification).
• Acceptance Fee Payment Receipt.
• School Fees Payment Receipt.
• Online Admission Application Form / Screening Acknowledgment Slip.

2. For Direct Entry (DE) Candidates

• ND/NCE/HND/B.Sc. Certificate or Statement of Result.
• Official Academic Transcript – sent directly to the IMSU Registrar.
• Direct Entry Registration Slip from JAMB.

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

PGD

• Minimum of Third Class Bachelor’s degree or HND (Upper Credit) in related field.
• Transcripts and two academic references.
• Duration: 2–4 semesters (full-time)

MASTERS

• Minimum of Second Class Lower Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline.
• Statement of Purpose and academic transcripts.
• Duration: 3–6 semesters (full-time); research/thesis required.

DOCTORATE

• Master’s degree with thesis in relevant field and minimum CGPA as required.
• Research proposal and supervisor availability.
• Duration: 6–10 semesters (full-time); comprehensive examination & viva.

Supporting Documents

General Supporting Documents

• Completed Online Application Form – via https://imsu.edu.ng.
• First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result – minimum of Second Class Lower Division.
• NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate – mandatory for Nigerian applicants.
• O’Level Result – showing 5 credits including English Language and Mathematics.
• Academic Transcripts – to be sent directly to The Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies, IMSU.
• Birth Certificate or Age Declaration.
• Certificate of Origin (Local Government Identification).
• Two Academic Referee Reports – from lecturers familiar with your academic work.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Research Proposal or Statement of Purpose – required for MPhil/PhD applicants.

How To Apply For Admission

1.Create Account

Provide your email, phone number, and basic details.

2.Fill Application

Enter personal info, program

 choice, and academic history.

3.Upload Documents

Upload clear scans (passport, credentials, etc.).

4.Pay & Submit

Complete payment, print acknowledgement, and track status.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +234 (0) 000 000 0000

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