Veritas University is a private university, located in Abuja. It was founded in March 2002 by the Catholic Church in Nigeria. The Institution received its provisional operation licence in 2007 from the National Universities Commission and commenced admission of students in October 2008, at its take-off campus in Obehie, Abia State, Nigeria.
| Nickname | The Catholic University of Nigeria |
| Motto / Slogan | Seeking the Truth |
| Colour | Green, White, Blue |
| Founded | 2007 |
| Location | Bwari, Abuja, Nigeria |
| Address | Bwari Area Council, FCT-Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria 9.28857708129, 7.41568800158 |
The mission of Veritas University is to provide its students with an integral and holistic formation that combines academic and professional training with physical, moral, spiritual, social and cultural formation together with formation of Christian religious principles and the social Teachings of the Catholic Church. Through research, the University shall engage in the continous quest for truth, and the creation, preservation and dissemination of knowledge for the good of the society (Ex Corde Ecclesiastes no. 30).
Based on Christian inspiration and Christ's sacrificial witness, the University shall promote authentic human and cultural development modeled on the person of Christ, and shall champion the cause of justice and uprightness in society, work to empower the weak and the marginalized, and promote dialogue and collaboration in human relationships at various levels and among various cultures and religions (Ex Corde Ecclesiastes nos. 31-37). From inception, the University shall encourage and promote research and scholarship in all fields of knowledge (Ex Corde Ecclesiastes, Gen. Norms Art 2:1&2) as well as carry out teaching and other activities in accordance with Catholic ideals, principles and attitudes, while respecting the freedom of conscience of each person.
Thus, graduates from the Veritas University, Abuja, after successfully completing their studies, should be able to use the knowledge and skills acquired at the Institution for the upliftment of themselves and the Nigerian society. In totality, the University will produce graduates, irrespective of race, gender, political and religious affiliation, who would posses the following qualities:
Veritas University seeks to be a dynamic community of staff and students with Christian orientation and inspiration who, motivated by the ideals of hard work, integrity, dicipline and creativeness, and dedicated to Catholic principles and attitudes, work together to create knowledge for the advancement of the Nigerian society, and to evolve an academic culture of excellence that will make the University rank among the best in the world.
Like all catholic Universities the world over which have a strong reputation of academic excellence, and whose graduates distinguish themselves in their various fields of learning, due to insistence on quality input, effective monitoring and committed service on the part of the staff, Veritas University, Abuja is poised to model itself after these great catholic Insitutions with due cognizance of the Nigerian milieu so as to achieve the desired results.
Veritas University's primary objective is to provide an integral and holistic formation for students, combining academic and professional training with physical, moral, spiritual, social, and cultural development.
Veritas University offers innovative academic programs leverage cutting-edge research and global industry connections. Through our rigorous curriculum, you'll acquire invaluable skills and knowledge that command attention from employers.
As the leading university in Nigeria with a strong commitment to social responsibility, we empower our students to make a meaningful impact. Through initiatives like Stellify, you'll engage in transformative academic and extracurricular activities, shaping you into a well-rounded individual ready to leave your mark on society.
At Veritas, we pride ourselves on our extensive research initiatives, spanning across disciplines and extending beyond academia. We foster collaboration among bright minds to tackle the world's most pressing challenges.
Application Fee: N10000
Email: [email protected],[email protected]
Phone : 0803 303 6440
National University Commission(NUC)
The Institution received its provisional operation licence in 2007 from the National Universities Commission and commenced admission of students in October 2008 at its take-off campus in Obehie, Abia State, Nigeria. In 2014, it moved to its permanent site with its campus now located in the Bwari ... read more
The University emphasizes moral values, self-reliance and the development of the students’ entrepreneurial capabilities for the social and economic benefit of the graduates and the Nigerian society.
