University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (UNIMED)

About

University of Medical Sciences, Ondo is a university of medical sciences in Ondo City, Nigeria, owned by the Ondo State Government, established in 2015. It is the third specialized medical university in Africa and Nigeria's first specialized medical university to be accredited by the National Universities Commission.

Acronym	UNIMED
Nickname	UNIMED
Motto / Slogan	Pathway to a healthy Nation
Colour	Blue, Orange, Yellow
Founded	2015
Location	Ondo West, Ondo, Nigeria
Address	Laje Road, Ondo City, Ondo State, Nigeria. PMB 536

Objectives

The Specific Objectives of University of Medical Sciences, Ondo are;

1. To prepare students for leading professional roles in all disciplines in the health sector in Nigeria and globally;
2. To offer the best tertiary healthcare (including preventive and curative care) for all forms of diseases, disabilities and deformities that are prevalent in Nigeria specifically, and throughout the African region broadly;
3. To promote research and creative work for improving the health of Nigerians and the world at large;
4. To develop human and physical resources of the University to some of the best attainable standards in the world; and
5. To promote the health and social well-being of Nigerians through engagement, outreach services and public education.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

1. Faculty of Science
2. Faculty of Basic medical science
3. Faculty of Basic Clinical Science
4. Faculty of Clinical Science
5. Faculty of Dental science
6. Faculty of Nursing Science
7. Faculty of Allied Health Science
8. Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation
9. Faculty of Health Law and Humanities
10. Faculty of Pharmacy 
11. Faculty of Multidisciplinary Studies 

Reasons to Study at University of Medical Sciences, Ondo

1. Focus on Comprehensive Quality Education in the Medical Sciences

   Over the years the quality of undergraduate training in Medicine and Allied courses has declined largely due to lack of adequate equipment and resources for training. The number of students per University often outstrips the available equipment, resources and staff. To address this problem, UNIMED provides state-of-the-art resources for training, which would be comparable to those available in more developed parts of the world.

2. Scope and Reach

   The University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (abbreviated UNIMED) is sited in Ondo town in Ondo State to address the immediate training, research and service delivery needs of Ondo State and its environs in all aspects of health care. However, right from the onset the institution will be designed as a world-class institution that would focus on addressing the human resource and health care needs of all Nigerian States as well as the entire West and Central African regions. 

3. Central Hub of Medical Education

   UNIMED is being developed to evolve as a central hub of medical education, training, research and service delivery for the whole of West and Central Africa and indeed, the entire African region. In terms of students' enrolment and staff recruitment, UNIMED will focus on the entire African region, and will also seek collaboration and partnerships with top-ranking health and related institutions in all parts of the world.

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

1. Candidates who chose "Ondo State University of Medical Sciences" as their most preferred (1st) Choice Institution in the 2025 UTME and scored 150 and above are eligible to apply for the Post UTME Screening.
2. Each candidate must be 16 years of age
3. Also, candidates who did not choose the "Ondo State University of Medical Sciences" and are willing to change to the Institution as their most preferred (1st) choice are also advised to apply for the Post UTME Screening.
4. JAMB UTME Subject Combination: All courses in the various Faculties require English Language, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Candidates applying for admission in Chemistry, Computer Science and Physics are required to present a UTME subject combination of English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
5. Candidates seeking admission into 100 & 200 level must have a minimum of five (5) credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or GCE in the following subjects: Mathematics, English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, obtained in one or two sittings, as specified by the relevant departments
   For programmes such as Medicine and Surgery, Dentistry and Doctor of Physiotherapy the above stated five (5) O' Level credits must be obtained at only one (1) sitting.
6. Direct Entry candidates who have already applied through JAMB, picked the University as their most preferred (1st) Choice Institution in the 2025 Direct Entry Registration and those willing to change to OSUMS as their most preferred (1st) Choice Institution are also eligible to apply and participate in the 2025 Post UTME Screening Exercise.
7. Candidates with an "A" level qualification or certificates such as Cambridge, JUPEB, IJMB, with a minimum of 10 points as well as ND (National Diploma), HND (Higher National Diploma) or Degree Holders, are eligible for Direct Entry admission into 200 level. Such candidate must meet the general "O" level requirements of the Faculty/Department to which they are applying.
8. Direct Entry Candidates are to request for their Official Academic Transcripts, which must be forwarded directly from their previous Institution to the Office of the Registrar, University of Medical Sciences, Laje Road Campus, within Medical Village, Ondo City, Ondo State; an advance copy must be forwarded via email to [email protected] on or before the Post UTME screening date.

Supporting Documents

1. SSCE/O’Level Results (WAEC/NECO) with at least five credits in two sittings.
2. JAMB Result Slip
3. JUPEB result (if applicable)
4. Passport photographs

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

1. Candidates generally need a first degree (Second Class Lower or higher) in a relevant field from a recognized university. 
2. For Postgraduate Diplomas (PGD), HND holders with a minimum of Lower Credit are also considered. 
3. Additionally, candidates must meet the basic O'Level requirements (usually 5 credits including English and Mathematics). Specific program requirements may vary, so it's crucial to check the details for the chosen program. 

Supporting Documents

1. Academic transcripts
2. Degree certificates
3. O Level Results 
4. Letter of References.

How To Apply For Admission

Undergraduate Application 

Eligible candidates should log on to the University website: www.unimed.edu.ng and take the following steps:

1. Click on Admission;
2. Click on Post-UTME to access the Post-UTME Portal;
3. Click on PAYMENT to make payment via the online payment system using Naira DEBIT Cards;
4. After payment, Click Here to Print Payment Receipt
5. On the Post-UTME Portal, Click on Application Login to Login with your UTME/DE Registration Number and Payment Transaction ID as Password to complete the Post-UTME registration.

Postgraduate Application 

FOR PAYMENT AND APPLICATION: Kindly follow the steps below:

1. Visit www.unimed.edu.ng
2. Click Admission
3. Click Postgraduate
4. Click Apply Here button
5. Fill the required information
6. Select your programme of choice
7. Click Continue
8. Click Payment and choose your category (Doctorate / Masters / Postgraduate Diploma)

Note: Use MasterCard or Visa card only. Verve is not accepted.

1. After successful payment, you will be redirected to the Application Form.
2. Print your application receipt and use the details provided (REG No. and TRANSACTION ID) to access your application form.
3. Fill the Biodata and Academic Records forms, upload necessary documents.
4. Click Submit and then print your application slip.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +234 813 551 3654

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Facilities

Accreditations

National University Commission(NUC)

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Prof Onigbinde

  Prof Onigbinde is a Specialist physiotherapist in Orthopaedic rehabilitation, and in the rare field of Rehabilitative Pharmacotherapeutics. He has specific interest in transdermal delivery of relevant... read more

  drugs through the skin using procedure of iontophoresis, especially for the management of Musculoskeletal disorders. He has developed tools for the quantification of specific doses for topical medications, especially in Orthopaedic Rehabilitation. He has also published around 100 research papers in reputable national and international journals. He is an advocate of dosage specificity in topical medication prescription and therapeutic exercises. Furthermore, he is the National President of the National Association of Orthopaedic Manual Therapists (2016 - 2023. 
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  Nanfizat Abiket Alamukii

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  Mr Akirinade Kayode Adeleke

  I am a Data Scientist and Research Consultant with a B.Sc in statistics and an M.Sc in the Design and Analysis of Experiments. My expertise lies in the field of data science and machine learning, and ... read more

  I have attended several courses in these areas to further my knowledge and skills. In my free time, I enjoy reading about the latest advancements in my field and experimenting with new machine learning models. Additionally, I am a big fan of hiking, photography, and music. These hobbies not only provide a great balance to my work but also inspire me to look at things from a different perspective and to think creatively. 

Notable Alumni

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  Adenusi Emmanuel
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  Oladele Tolulope

History

In 2014, the Executive Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, signed into law the bill for the establishment of the University of Medical Sciences, Ondo proposed by the Ondo State House of Assembly under Schedule 1, Section 5(2), and Article 39(1) of Ondo State Laws. The Law was designed to find ways to sustain the delivery of model health services that had been the hallmark of the administration of the State under Governor Mimiko. Under the Abiye program, Ondo State was the only state in the country that had achieved the Millennium Development Goals 4 and 5 aimed at reducing maternal and child deaths. The State had established model Mother and Child Hospitals in Akure a... read more