{"id":11510,"date":"2026-06-06T18:53:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-06T18:53:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/?p=11510"},"modified":"2026-06-06T18:53:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-06T18:53:15","slug":"list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete List of Approved Nursing Schools in Nigeria (NMCN Accredited) 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#What_Programmes_Are_Offered_in_Nigerian_Nursing_Schools\" >What Programmes Are Offered in Nigerian Nursing Schools?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Complete_List_of_AccreditedApproved_Nursing_Schools_in_Nigeria_by_State\" >Complete List of Accredited\/Approved Nursing Schools in Nigeria by State<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Abia_State\" >Abia State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Adamawa_State\" >Adamawa State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Akwa_Ibom_State\" >Akwa Ibom State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Anambra_State\" >Anambra State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Bauchi_State\" >Bauchi State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Bayelsa_State\" >Bayelsa State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Benue_State\" >Benue State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Borno_State\" >Borno State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Cross_River_State\" >Cross River State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Delta_State\" >Delta State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Ebonyi_State\" >Ebonyi State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Edo_State\" >Edo State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Ekiti_State\" >Ekiti State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Enugu_State\" >Enugu State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Gombe_State\" >Gombe State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Imo_State\" >Imo State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Jigawa_State\" >Jigawa State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Kaduna_State\" >Kaduna State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Kano_State\" >Kano State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Katsina_State\" >Katsina State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Kogi_State\" >Kogi State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Kwara_State\" >Kwara State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Lagos_State\" >Lagos State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Nasarawa_State\" >Nasarawa State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Niger_State\" >Niger State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Ogun_State\" >Ogun State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Ondo_State\" >Ondo State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Osun_State\" >Osun State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Oyo_State\" >Oyo State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Plateau_State\" >Plateau State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Rivers_State\" >Rivers State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Sokoto_State\" >Sokoto State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Taraba_State\" >Taraba State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Yobe_State\" >Yobe State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Zamfara_State\" >Zamfara State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#FCT_Abuja\" >FCT Abuja<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#How_to_Confirm_Your_Schools_Accreditation_Status\" >How to Confirm Your School\u2019s Accreditation Status<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/list-of-approved-nursing-schools-in-nigeria\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are planning to study nursing or midwifery in Nigeria, then you need to see this. Here is a complete list of approved nursing schools in Nigeria. One of the most important steps is making sure your chosen school is officially recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NMCN is the regulatory body responsible for approving and accrediting all nursing training institutions in Nigeria. Only students who graduate from an NMCN accredited institution are eligible to sit the professional licensing examination and legally practise as a nurse or midwife in Nigeria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this post, we have compiled the complete list of approved and accredited nursing schools and colleges in Nigeria, organised by state, to help you make an informed decision about where to study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Programmes_Are_Offered_in_Nigerian_Nursing_Schools\"><\/span>What Programmes Are Offered in Nigerian Nursing Schools?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Different schools are approved to offer different programmes. Before choosing a school, confirm that it is NMCN accredited for the specific programme you want to study. The programmes in approved nursing schools in Nigeria include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"685\" height=\"590\" src=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/NMCN-Accredits-Nursing-in-UNIMED.webp\" alt=\"NMCN Accredited Nursing Schools in Nigeria \" class=\"wp-image-11514\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.1610606966255501;width:193px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/NMCN-Accredits-Nursing-in-UNIMED.webp 685w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/NMCN-Accredits-Nursing-in-UNIMED-300x258.webp 300w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/NMCN-Accredits-Nursing-in-UNIMED-575x495.webp 575w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 685px) 100vw, 685px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Midwifery Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community Midwifery Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perioperative Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paediatric Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mental Health \/ Psychiatric Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accident and Emergency Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Critical Care Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neonatal Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ophthalmic Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Orthopaedic Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anaesthetic Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nephrology Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cardiothoracic Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public Health Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gerontology Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oncology Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Burns and Plastic Nursing Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oral-Dental Nursing Programme<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complete_List_of_AccreditedApproved_Nursing_Schools_in_Nigeria_by_State\"><\/span>Complete List of Accredited\/Approved Nursing Schools in Nigeria by State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"332\" height=\"186\" src=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Nurses-1-332x186-1.webp\" alt=\"Approved Nursing Schools in Nigeria 2026\" class=\"wp-image-11515\" style=\"width:279px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Nurses-1-332x186-1.webp 332w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Nurses-1-332x186-1-300x168.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 332px) 100vw, 332px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Abia_State\"><\/span>Abia State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Amachara<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Umuahia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, ABSUTH, Aba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Abiriba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Abia State University, Uturu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Archbishop Charles Heerey College of Nursing Sciences, Aba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Gregory University, Uturu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Rhema University, Aba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Clifford University, Owerrinta, Ihie Campus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Anthony College of Nursing Sciences, Aba<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Adamawa_State\"><\/span>Adamawa State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Yola<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, MAUTH, Yola<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Akwa_Ibom_State\"><\/span>Akwa Ibom State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Anua-Uyo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Ituk-Mbang<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Iquita-Oron <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Ikot-Ekpene<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Eket<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anambra_State\"><\/span>Anambra State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Adazi-Nnukwu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Ihiala <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Iyi-Enu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Waterside, Onitsha<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, COOUTH, Nkpor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, NAUTH, Nnewi <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Nnamdi Azikwe University, Nnewi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Amichi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St Charles Boromeo College of Nursing Sciences, Onitsha<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Millennium College of Nursing Sciences, Awka <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Alor <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apex College of Nursing Sciences, Igbo-Ukwu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Tansian University, Umunya<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Shanahan University, Onitsha<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bauchi_State\"><\/span>Bauchi State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, ATBUTH, Bauchi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aliko Dangote College of Nursing Sciences, Bauchi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adamu Adamu College of Nursing Sciences, FMC, Azare<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sa\u2019ad Zungur College of Nursing Sciences, Liman Katagum<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bayelsa_State\"><\/span>Bayelsa State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Tombia <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Niger Delta University, Amassoma<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benue_State\"><\/span>Benue State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Makurdi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NKST College of Nursing Sciences, Mkar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Makurdi College of Nursing Sciences, Makurdi<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Borno_State\"><\/span>Borno State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Maiduguri<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UMTH, Maiduguri <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Maiduguri<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zenith College of Nursing Sciences, Maiduguri <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mustapha Umar College of Nursing Sciences, Biu <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"792\" src=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/10-Best-Nursing-School-In-Nigeria.webp\" alt=\"Nursing School in Nigeria \" class=\"wp-image-11516\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.2929323490257776;width:282px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/10-Best-Nursing-School-In-Nigeria.webp 1024w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/10-Best-Nursing-School-In-Nigeria-300x232.webp 300w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/10-Best-Nursing-School-In-Nigeria-768x594.webp 768w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/10-Best-Nursing-School-In-Nigeria-937x725.webp 937w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/10-Best-Nursing-School-In-Nigeria-640x495.webp 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cross_River_State\"><\/span>Cross River State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Calabar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Obudu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Ogoja <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Calabar, Calabar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Itigidi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Calabar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UCTH, Calabar <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Arthur Jarvis University, Akwa Ikot Efanga<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Havilla University, Nde Ikom<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Delta_State\"><\/span>Delta State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Asaba.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Sapele<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anchor College of Nursing Science, Asaba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Eku<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Warri <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Agbor <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mary Martha College of Nursing Sciences, Oleh <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Medical Centre, Asaba <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Novena University, Ogume<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ebonyi_State\"><\/span>Ebonyi State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mater Misericordiae College of Nursing Sciences, Afikpo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, AEFUTH, Abakaliki<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Uburu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Royal College of Nursing Sciences, Ebonyi State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Evangel University, Akaeze<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, National Obstetric Fistula Centre, Abakaliki <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blessed Martins College of Nursing Sciences, Ohatekwe, Angagu<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edo_State\"><\/span>Edo State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Benin City<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Philomena College of Nursing Sciences, Benin City <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Camillus College of Nursing Sciences, Uromi <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Igbinedion University, Okada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital (ISTH), Irrua <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Uselu, Benin City<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Zuma Memorial Hospital, Irrua <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Benin, Benin City<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Edo University, Uzairue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sancta Maria Catholic College of Nursing Sciences, Uzairue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing, Benson Idahosa University, Benin City<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Well Spring University, Benin City<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ekiti_State\"><\/span>Ekiti State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, EKSUTH, Ado-Ekiti <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enugu_State\"><\/span>Enugu State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Awgu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UNTH, Enugu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bishop Shanahan College of Nursing Sciences, Nsukka<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Enugu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, ESUTTH Parklane, Enugu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, National Orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Central Washington College of Nursing Sciences, Enugu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Federal College of Dental Technology and Therapy, Enugu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, ESUT, Parklane, Enugu<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gombe_State\"><\/span>Gombe State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Gombe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jewel College of Nursing Sciences, Gombe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adamu Shehu College of Nursing Sciences, Gombe<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Imo_State\"><\/span>Imo State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Aboh-Mbaise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Holy Rosary College of Nursing Sciences, Emekuku<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St. Mary College of Nursing Sciences, Amaigbo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Orlu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Umulogho-Obowo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Mbano<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Imo State University, Orlu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Awo-Omamma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Princess College of Nursing Sciences, Mgbinrichi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merit College of Nursing Sciences, Orlu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ezeala College of Nursing Sciences, Okwudor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International Christian College of Nursing Sciences, Owerri<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jigawa_State\"><\/span>Jigawa State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Birnin Kudu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Hadejia <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iqra College of Nursing Science, Duste <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Babura <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kazaure College of Nursing Sciences, Kazaure <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kaduna_State\"><\/span>Kaduna State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>St Gerard College of Nursing Sciences, Kakuri <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St Louis College of Nursing Sciences, Zonkwa <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Kafanchan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>St Luke College of Nursing Sciences, Wusasa <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, ABUTH, Zaria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Barnawa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, National Eye Centre, Kaduna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Tudun Wada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nigerian Airforce College of Nursing Sciences, Kaduna<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Pambeguwa<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kano_State\"><\/span>Kano State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Kano <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, National Orthopaedic Hospital Dala<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Dambatta Campus <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Madobi Campus <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Gezawa Campus <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Bayero University, Kano<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, AKTH, Kano <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Gwarzo Nafisatu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Kwankwaso<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dansharif College of Nursing Sciences, Kano <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Umaru Ringim College of Nursing Sciences, Kano <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aminu Dabo College of Nursing Sciences, Kano <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emirate College of Nursing Sciences, Kano<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hamdala College of Nursing Sciences, Kano <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sudawa College of Nursing Sciences, Kano <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Katsina_State\"><\/span>Katsina State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bawo College of Nursing Sciences, Daura <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Malumfashi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Katsina <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cherish College of Nursing Sciences, Batsari <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>North West College of Nursing Sciences, Katsina <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EssEmm College of Nursing Sciences, Katsina <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kebbi StateCollege of Nursing Sciences, Birnin-Kebbi <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Federal University, Birnin-Kebbi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sajo College of Nursing Sciences, Birnin Kebbi <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kogi_State\"><\/span>Kogi State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ECWA College of Nursing Sciences, Egbe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Obangede<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UEC, Ochadamu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nana College of Nursing Sciences, Ayingba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grimard Catholic College of Nursing Sciences, Anyingba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Okunland College of Nursing Sciences, Isanlu<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kwara_State\"><\/span>Kwara State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Ilorin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UITH, Ilorin <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Oke-Ode <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Ilorin, Ilorin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Alhikma University, Ilorin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Thomas Adewunmi University, Oko<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lagos_State\"><\/span>Lagos State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, LUTH, Idi-Araba <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nigerian Army College of Nursing Sciences, Yaba <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Lagos, Idi-Araba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Igando <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Lagos State University, Ikeja<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Badagry <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Trinity University, Yaba<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nasarawa_State\"><\/span>Nasarawa State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Lafia <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Bingham University, Kodape, Karu<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Niger_State\"><\/span>Niger State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Minna <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Bida <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Kontogora<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dako College of Nursing Sciences, Suleja <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standard College of Nursing Sciences, Minna <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ogun_State\"><\/span>Ogun State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Ijebu-Ode<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>School of Nursing, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sacred Heart College of Nursing Sciences, Lantoro <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Ilaro <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jafad College of Nursing Sciences, Oru Ijebu <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Chrisland University, Owode (Abeokuta Campus)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Crescent University, Abeokuta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing, McPherson University, Seriki-Sotayo<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ondo_State\"><\/span>Ondo State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Achievers College of Nursing Sciences, Akure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Achievers University, Owo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, University of Medical Sciences, Ondo <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Elizade University, Ilara Mokin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peacock College of Nursing Sciences, Akure <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Osun_State\"><\/span>Osun State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Osogbo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, OAUTHC, WGH, Ilesa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seventh-Day Adventist College of Nursing Sciences, Lagare, Ile-Ife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, OAUTHC, Ile-Ife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Osun State University, Osogbo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Bowen University, Iwo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Adeleke University, Ede<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Redeemer\u2019s University, Ede<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mercy College of Nursing Sciences, Ido-Osun <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital, Idi-Seke, Osogbo <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Fountain University, Osogbo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji Arakeji<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oyo_State\"><\/span>Oyo State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UCH, Ibadan <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Oluyoro, Ibadan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, BUTH, Ogbomosho<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Ibadan, Ibadan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Eleyele, Ibadan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baptist College of Nursing Sciences, Saki <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Muslim Medical Foundation, Saki <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Kishi <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Lead City University, Ibadan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Atiba University, Iseyin Road, Ibadan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences,  Koladaisi University, Ibadan <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plateau_State\"><\/span>Plateau State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Jos <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Vom <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, OLAH, Jos <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, JUTH, Jos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Jos, Jos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hill College of Nursing Sciences, Jos <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adventist College of Nursing Sciences, Jengre <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jibape Memorial College of Nursing, Jengre <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Florence Nightingale College of Nursing, Jos <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rivers_State\"><\/span>Rivers State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Port Harcourt <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faculty of Nursing Sciences, Madonna University, Elele<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UPTH, Port Harcourt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, PAMO University of Medical Sciences, Port Harcourt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Nursing Sciences, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slider-1-1.webp\" alt=\"List of Accredited Nursing Schools in Nigeria 2026\" class=\"wp-image-11517\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992979692476285;width:564px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/slider-1-1.webp 1024w, 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<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taraba_State\"><\/span>Taraba State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yobe_State\"><\/span>Yobe State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Damaturu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, FMC, Nguru<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Al-Ma\u2019arif College of Nursing Sciences, Potiskum<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zamfara_State\"><\/span>Zamfara State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Gusau <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Umar Bin Khaddabi College of Nursing Sciences, Kauran Namoda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ummul-Khari College of Nursing Sciences, Gusau<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FCT_Abuja\"><\/span>FCT Abuja<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Gwagwalada <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, UATH, Gwagwalada <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, National Hospital, Abuja <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unity College of Nursing Sciences, Bwari <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yagongwo College of Nursing Sciences, Kuje <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Horizon College of Nursing Sciences, Anagada, Gwagwalada <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College of Nursing Sciences, Jahi <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important Note:<\/strong> Schools not included in this list of approved nursing schools in Nigeria are either still in the accreditation process or have an embargo on admission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read also:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-for-post-utme-2026\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11249\">How to Prepare for Post UTME 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Confirm Your School\u2019s Accreditation Status<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before paying any fees or accepting an admission offer, do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check that your school appears on the current NMCN accredited list; the list is updated regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm that the specific programme you want to study is also accredited, not just the institution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check that no admission embargo is active on the school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit or contact the NMCN directly at <a href=\"https:\/\/nmcn.gov.ng\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nmcn.gov.ng<\/a> if you have any doubts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This complete list of approved nursing schools in Nigeria is your guide to choosing right. Choosing NMCN accredited nursing schools in Nigeria is not optional, it is the foundation of your nursing career in Nigeria. Without graduating from an approved institution, you cannot sit the NMCN licensing examination or legally practise as a nurse or midwife. Use this list as your starting point, verify directly with NMCN, and take your first step toward a rewarding career in healthcare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keywords: Nursing schools in Nigeria, Accredited Nursing Schools in Nigeria, NMCN accredited Nursing Schools in Nigeria, NMCN accredited, Approved Nursing Schools in Nigeria.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction If you are planning to study nursing or midwifery in Nigeria, then you need to see this. Here is a complete list of approved nursing schools in Nigeria. One of the most important steps is making sure your chosen school is officially recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN). 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