Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing is a multi-campus college of nursing that is spread across five locations in Akwa Ibom. The main campus used by the College of Nursing is located in Ikot Ekpene, while the four other campuses are located in Uyo, Anua, Eket, Itu Mbang, and Oron Campus, respectively; each of the campuses hosts its students.
Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing was established by the state government of Akwa Ibom State on 13th September 2021 based on a law that was passed under the administration of Governor Udom Gabriel Emmanuel.
The establishment of Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing was successful as a result of merging together the existing schools of nursing and midwifery that have been in existence in the state. All the campuses used by the College of Nursing were once a school of nursing or a school of midwifery, which has roots as far back as the 1930s.
Anambra State College of Nursing received its accreditation from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) in 2024, which established the institution as a monotechnic institution. Students in the institution are admitted through JAMB.
The College of Nursing has few accolades that can entice you, and these include Award of Recognition by Cecy Health Consult Limited, First College of Nursing Sciences in Anambra State to receive Full Accreditation, Award of Recognition for conducting modular training in family planning by USAID & Shops Plus, and many more.
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Courses offered in Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing
• Nursing Sciences
• Midwifery
• Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing
Admission Requirement
• Applicants must have a minimum UTME score of 180.
• Applicants must have at least five (5) O’Level credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• The five credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings.
• WAEC and NECO results can be combined.
• NABTEB cannot be combined with WAEC or NECO.
• Applicants must be 18 years old.
• Applicants must have chosen Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences as their first or second choice during JAMB registration.
Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Cutoff Mark for all Courses
The cutoff mark for Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing for the 2026/2027 academic session is 140. The administration of the college has been generous to make open the college to the public by reducing the cutoff mark from 180 to 140 in 2025/2026.
So any candidates and students who scored 140 and above in their JAMB are entitled and are eligible to partake in the College of Nursing admission screening.
Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Science School Fees
| Course | Level | Student Category | First Semester | Second Semester | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Sciences (ND) | ND I (New Intake) | Indigene | ₦140,000 | ₦80,750 | ₦220,750 |
| Nursing Sciences (ND) | ND I (New Intake) | Non-Indigene | ₦150,000 | ₦100,750 | ₦250,750 |
| Nursing Sciences (ND) | ND II (Returning) | Indigene | ₦95,000 | ₦64,500 | ₦159,500 |
| Nursing Sciences (ND) | ND II (Returning) | Non-Indigene | ₦105,000 | ₦69,500 | ₦174,500 |
Additional Fees
| Fee | Indigene | Non-Indigene |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (ND I & ND II) | ₦30,000 | ₦50,000 |
| Accommodation (Subject to Availability) | ₦20,000 | ₦50,000 |
The college in its publication only released the ND school fees. While the HND is not published, we will use the average based on the estimated ND school fees to know how much HND students will pay.
HND school fees for students in the institution who are indigenes are expected to be in the range of ₦100,000-₦150,000 maximum, while non-indigene fees can range from ₦150,000 to ₦200,000.
How To Pay Akwa-Ibom College of Nursing Sciences School Fees
Hostel Clearance (If Applicable)
• Obtain clearance from the Home Sister at your campus before paying for hostel accommodation.
• Ensure hostel space is available before making any payment.
• Visit the Akwa Ibom State IGR (AKSIGR) payment platform.
• Generate separate payment invoices for tuition and accommodation.
• Print the invoices if you intend to pay at a designated bank.
• Alternatively, complete the payment online through the Internet or mobile banking using your payment reference number.
Payment for Other School Charges
• Log in to the AKSCONS Student Portal at https://student.akscons.edu.ng/using your matriculation number or other login credentials.
• Open the School Fees/Payment section.
• Select your preferred payment option (full session payment or semester payment).
• Generate your payment invoice.
• Pay online with your debit card or use the approved bank transfer option.
How to Verify Your Payment
• Return to the student portal after making payment.
• Verify or validate your payment.
• Once the payment status changes to Successful, print your payment receipt and clearance invoice.
Frequently Asked Questions
° Is Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences accredited?
Akwa-Ibom College of Nursing Sciences is fully accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and also the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
° What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences?
The JAMB cut-off mark for Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences is 140 and above for competitive courses in the institution.
° Does the college offer hostel accommodation?
Yes, hostel accommodation is available across the five campuses of the college of nursing.
° Does Akwa Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences accept two sittings?
Yes, two sittings are allowed, but it is advisable one sitting is allowed for the sake of having a higher chance of admission.
Conclusion
Akwa-Ibom College of Nursing Sciences is a new college of nursing when its age is compared to other colleges of nursing across Nigeria, but it has also gained quite a few years since its establishment in 2021, but it should be noted that the Akwa-Ibom State College of Nursing Sciences, as a nursing college, is just new; the campuses hosting the courses in the institution are old and experienced.
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