Sokoto State University (SSU)

About

Sokoto State University, established in 2009, is a public university in Nigeria, situated in the Dan Gode district of Sokoto City. The university's mission is to excel in research, teaching, and community service, while also striving for quality leadership and the development of diverse academic programs.

Acronym	SSU
Nickname	SSU
Motto / Slogan	It all begins here
Founded	2009
Location	Sokoto North, Sokoto, Nigeria
Address	Birnin Kebbi Road, Sokoto, Nigeria PMB 2134

Objectives

Dedication to public good; Fairness, social justice and equity; Honesty and Integrity; Accountability and transparency; Diversity in inclusion; and Shared governance

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

1. Faculty Of Arts & Humanities
2. Faculty Of Education
3. Faculty Of Management & Social Science
4. Faculty Of Science 
5. Faculty of Computing 

Reasons to Study at Sokoto State University

1. Wide Range of Academic Programs

   SSU offers programs across the sciences, social sciences, arts, and education, with plans for continuous expansion. The university’s curriculum is designed to equip students with practical knowledge and skills relevant to Nigeria’s socio-economic needs and global standards.

2. Affordable Education

   As a state-owned university, SSU offers affordable tuition compared to private universities, making quality education more accessible to students from different backgrounds. This affordability does not compromise the quality of learning, as the institution maintains a strong academic foundation.

3. Strategic Location in the Seat of the Caliphate

   Studying in Sokoto provides students with the chance to immerse themselves in a city rich in history, culture, and tradition. This unique environment allows cultural awareness, tolerance, and exposure, giving students a more rounded educational experience.

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

Entry Requirements into the University  

• Admission into the Sokoto State University, Sokoto is automatic provided a student successfully completes the Basic Matriculation Programme (with minimum points) to be decided by the University. 
• The student must also sit for the UTME Prospective students must choose Sokoto State University as the most preferred institution/first choice while completing their UTME form and must also have obtained the required UTME scores (determined by the JAMB) as well as remedied the necessary O-Level deficiencies. 

Degree Programme  Minimum Entry Requirements 

• Candidates offered admission should fulfill the minimum entry requirements specified against the Faculties into which they are admitted. All candidates shall submit originals and two (2) photocopies of their certificates or result slips. 
• Similarly, birth certificates and letters confirming Local Governments of origin are to be submitted. Five relevant credits in SSCE (WAEC/NECO), NABTEB, GCE O/L and other recognized examinations obtained at not more than two sittings. 
• Two A/L passes in relevant subjects plus three O/L credit   passes in three other subjects not more than two Sittings. 
• Three A/L passes in relevant subjects plus two O/L credit   passes in two other subjects at not more than two sittings. 
• National Diploma or Diploma from a recognized University at lower credit grade, including at least four OIL credit passes in SSCE/GCE or equivalent. 

English Language Requirement  

• Candidates are required to obtain any of the following: Applicants must write the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and attain an acceptable standard in the use of English (compulsory) and three other subjects relevant to the proposed course of study as set out in the JAMB Brochure. 
• Note that a matriculated student of any University is not eligible to sit for the UTME. Those who are transferring from foreign universities could, however, write the examination. 

UTME/DE Online Screening Exercise

• UTME/DE candidates are required to upload their credentials (i.e SSCE, A‘Level result and UTME result) on the University’s Portal for the UTME/DE screening exercise of the Sokoto State University. 

Special Note:           

• All subjects passed above must be selected from the approved list of subjects; No subject may be counted at both the Ordinary and Advanced levels; Credit pass in English Language is required for all courses; Credit pass in Mathematics is required for all courses

Supporting Documents

1. Two (2) photocopies of their certificates or result slips. 
2. Birth certificates
3. Local Governments of origin
4. Five relevant credits in SSCE (WAEC/NECO), 

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

All candidates for admission into Postgraduate programmes must provide records of Academic Transcripts and must have met matriculation requirements.

1. Candidates for admission into Ph.D. programmes shall have a Masters degree in relevant areas with CGPA of not less than 3.0 on a scale of 5.0.
2. Candidates for admission into Masters degree programmes shall have a minimum of Second Class Lower degree in the relevant areas. Postgraduate Diploma or Third Class degree (with at least five (5) years cognate work experience) from any recognized University may be considered.
3. Candidates for admission into Postgraduate Diploma programmes should possess the following:
4. Candidates for admission into Postgraduate Diploma programmes should possess the following:
5. Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Lower Credit in relevant area.
6. Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Lower Credit in relevant area.
7. Third Class degree in relevant area.
8. Qualifications other than i and ii above which are acceptable to the University.

Supporting Documents

1. Birth certificate
2. Application form
3. O Level Results 
4. Letters of recommendation.
5. Proof of Professional Experience 

How To Apply For Admission

1. Visit the University Portal at https://portal.ssu.edu.ng 
2. Enter your JAMB Registration Number as username and password
3. Click on the ‘Update Data’ link to update your phone number and email address
4. Generate and print your screening payment invoice of the sum of two thousand naira (N2,000) only, (transaction charges exclusive) containing Monnify Payment Reference Number. Thereafter proceed to any commercial bank of your invoice to make the payment or click on the ‘Pay Now’ link to pay using any of the instant Monnify Payment channels.
5. After payment, log in to your account again and update your biodata, academic records and any other required information.
6. Print your acknowledgment slip and payment receipt for record purposes.

Note: The screening is strictly online and no Post-UTME examination will be required of applicants at anytime. Only candidates who complete the screening process will be considered for admission. 

For further inquiries, email [email protected], or [email protected] or call +2347034500150.

Postgraduate Application Procedure 

1. Visit Sokoto State University Postgraduate School Portal at: www.pgs.edu.ng
2. Click on Start New Application button to create account with us, fill in the required information and click on Register button
3. Use your Username & Password to login to the portal
4. After that, you will be required to upload your passport and signature
5. Click on Generate Invoice Button then click on Confirmed & Generate a Customized Unified Payment Reference ID will be generated
6. Click on Pay Now or payarena web Button to make instant payment or print your invoice and proceed to any of the bank on the invoice to make payment
7. After payment login to your account an application number will be generated
8. Update your biodate, O-level and A-level records
9. Upload your academic certificates
10. Enter the details of 3 referee on the form provided
11. Research Proposal for Ph. D Applicants only
12. Click on final Submission button Note: once you click on final submission you cannot edit your record again.
13. Print your form and acknowledge slip for record purposes

 

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +2347034500150

Apply For Admission

Gallery

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  Matriculating Students

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  Inside Campus

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  Science Laboratory

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  Students Moments

Overview Of SSU

Facilities

Accreditations

National University Commission(NUC)

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Prof. Ghazali Bello Abubakar

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  Attahiru Ahmad Sifawa

  DVC (Administration)
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  Zainab Abdulkarim

  Lecturer in English Language

Notable Alumni

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  Elmoneer

History

The area that constitutes the present day Sokoto State predates the creation of Nigeria. The Sokoto Caliphate emerged out of the Songhai Empire, the Kebbi Kingdom of Muhammad Kotal Kanta, the Kingdom of Zamfara, and the Gobir Kingdom. The Area witnessed the intermingling of people since the stone-age period as recorded by Basil Davidson and Garba Nadama in their scholarship. However, the ancient civilization that existed as early as 500AD and up to 1500AD was one of acquiring Islamic Knowledge and History and what brought about the appearance of the great Kingdom of Kanta of Kebbi and subsequent Hausa-City  states and, later, the Sokoto Caliphate.

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