Wigwe University

Wigwe University

Wigwe University is a newly established institution founded by the late Herbert Wigwe, former Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc. The university is located in Isiokpo, Rivers State, Nigeria, and is set to officially launch operational activities by August 2024. It aims to offer a diverse range of programs across four major colleges, including the College of Management and Social Sciences, the College of Art, the College of Science and Computing, and the College of Engineering.

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Wigwe University Courses and Fees

The fees for the 2024/2025 academic year are subject to change and are differentiated for home and foreign students. Home students have the option to pay in Naira at the prevailing market rate, while foreign students will pay in USD. 

The fees for the College of Arts are $12,000 (N17.9 million) per session, including lodging and other fees. 

Students in the College of Science and Computing will pay $15,000 (N22.4 million) per session 

The fees for the College of Engineering and the College of Management and Social Sciences are also $15,000 per session. 

The accommodation fee must be paid in full.

Wigwe University Location Isiokpo 

Wigwe University is located in the heart of Isiokpo, Rivers State, Nigeria. It occupies about a 400-hectare land space in the sub-urban community, approximately 15 minutes' drive from Port Harcourt International Airport and just 40 minutes from Owerri, the capital of Imo State.

The university's location provides a conducive environment for learning and is about ready to receive its first set of students, with a commitment to fostering international collaboration and excellence in education.

Wigwe University Recruitment 

Wigwe University, in line with the guidelines of the Joint Admission & Matriculation Board and its Post UTME admission process, is solely responsible for the offer of admissions and enrollment of students. Prospective students outside Nigeria are requested to notify the university via email of their intention to apply, and joining instructions on how and where they can sit for the examination abroad can be forwarded to them.

Wigwe University Scholarship 

Wigwe University evaluates scholarship applications on a continual basis and partners with Scholarship Universe to help students identify and apply for scholarships based on their profile. The university offers donor-funded scholarships to support students pursuing a Business degree and also provides opportunities for specific groups, such as Cleveland Clinic employees and Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) members, to earn bachelor's or master's degrees in Business

Financial Information

For specific details about the scholarship opportunities and financial aid at Wigwe University, it is recommended to visit the university's official website or contact the university directly for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Wigwe University Faculty and International Collaboration

The university boasts a distinguished faculty from various parts of the globe, including America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. These faculty members have achieved major recognition in their respective fields for their work on innovation, leadership, and research. Wigwe University stands as a beacon of learning, poised to elevate education standards in Africa. The institution is committed to fostering international collaboration and excellence in education, recognizing the immense value of diversity the faculty brings with them and the wealth of knowledge, expertise, and diverse perspectives they can share with the student body.

Wigwe University Founder  

Herbert Wigwe is the founder of Wigwe University, a private university located in his hometown of Isiokpo in the Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria. 

Herbert Wigwe is also the co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings PLC, and is credited for molding Access Bank into an international powerhouse, he was a progressive business leader, philanthropist, and humanitarian, and has been an undisputed leader in the economic and social transformation of Nigeria and Africa.

Who Owns Wigwe University

Herbert Wigwe is the owner of Wigwe University

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Wigwe University Pictures

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Wigwe University Pictures

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