Founded in 1975, University of Jos is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Jos (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Plateau. Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, University of Jos (UNIJOS) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Nigerian higher education institution. University of Jos (UNIJOS) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 45 years old Nigerian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UNIJOS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
