How to Gain Admission into Redeemer’s University: 2026 Guide

Redeemer’s University (RUN) admits via JAMB UTME plus its own internal screening, with JAMB scores from 180 and above accepted for most programmes. Working cut-offs for popular courses sit at 200 to 230 JAMB. Redeemer’s is a private university founded in 2005 by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), located in Ede, Osun State, on a purpose-built campus.

Last updated: May 2026 Redeemer’s runs three colleges: Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Management Sciences. The school is particularly known for its strong Microbiology programme (the African Centre of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Diseases was hosted at Redeemer’s during major projects), Computer Science, and Business programmes. RUN does not run Medicine but offers Nursing Sciences and related health programmes. This guide covers admission requirements, internal screening, tuition, and the residential life.

Redeemer’s is a faith-aligned environment with RCCG-Christian principles shaping daily life: chapel attendance, dress code, code of conduct, and community engagement.

Why Redeemer’s University

RUN’s research reputation in Microbiology and Genomics has put the school on the international map. The African Centre of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Diseases (ACEGID), based at Redeemer’s, became internationally known for sequencing pathogens during recent global health outbreaks. The Faculty of Natural Sciences has strong Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Industrial Chemistry programmes that benefit from this research culture.

The Computer Science programme is well established with focus on practical software development. The Business programmes (Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Administration) are calibrated for the Nigerian financial sector.

The campus is purpose-built in Ede, with halls of residence, the chapel, the senate building, the library, and the science laboratories on the same site. The faith ethos shapes daily life: chapel attendance is required, dress code is enforced, and a code of conduct applies on and off campus. Students of all faiths can attend but must observe the campus standards.

Redeemer’s at a glance

Detail	Value
Full name	Redeemer’s University
Location	Ede, Osun State
Year established	2005
Type	Private University (Redeemed Christian Church of God)
Number of colleges	3 (Natural Sciences, Humanities, Management Sciences)
JAMB minimum score	180 (most courses); 200 to 230+ working for top programmes
Internal screening	Redeemer’s University Aptitude Test
Tuition per session	~₦700,000 to ₦1.5 million
Annual intake	~1,500 to 2,500 fresh students
Website	run.edu.ng

Admission requirements

O Level requirements. Redeemer’s requires five credits at C6 or above in not more than two sittings of WAEC, NECO or NABTEB. The five must include English Language, Mathematics, and the three subjects relevant to your course. The school is strict on Mathematics for science and computing programmes.

JAMB UTME requirements. Redeemer’s published JAMB minimum is 180. Working cut-offs: Microbiology 220+, Computer Science 210+, Accounting 200+, Mass Communication 200+. The internal screening can lift admission chances.

Internal Aptitude Test. Candidates sit Redeemer’s aptitude test at the Ede campus on assigned dates. The test covers aptitude, English, and subject-specific knowledge. Direct Entry is accepted from A Level, IJMB, JUPEB, and HND.

JAMB subject combinations

• College of Natural Sciences (Microbiology, Biochemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Industrial Mathematics, Nursing Sciences): Use of English plus three science subjects relevant to course.
• College of Humanities (Mass Communication, English Studies, History and International Studies, Religious Studies): Use of English, Literature in English, plus two arts subjects.
• College of Management Sciences (Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Public Administration): Use of English, Mathematics, Economics, plus one of Government, Commerce.

Cut-off marks for popular Redeemer’s courses

• Microbiology: 220+ JAMB
• Biochemistry: 210+ JAMB
• Computer Science, Software Engineering: 210+ JAMB
• Industrial Chemistry: 200+ JAMB
• Nursing Sciences: 220+ JAMB
• Accounting, Banking and Finance: 200+ JAMB
• Business Administration, Economics: 190+ JAMB
• Mass Communication: 210+ JAMB
• Arts and Humanities: 180+ JAMB
• Industrial Mathematics, Statistics: 190+ JAMB

Tuition, accommodation and what it costs in 2026

Redeemer’s is among the more affordable private universities. Tuition runs ₦700,000 to ₦1.5 million per session depending on the programme. Nursing and Computer Science sit at the higher end; Business and Arts at the lower end. The total cost of a four-year degree at Redeemer’s runs ₦3 million to ₦6 million.

RUN is fully residential. Each student is assigned a hostel room. Halls are organised by gender, with shared rooms for two to four students. Hostel fees are typically included in the tuition.

Beyond tuition, candidates pay acceptance, ID, faculty levies (₦80,000 to ₦150,000 per session). Personal expenses in Ede (a moderate cost-of-living town) add ₦20,000 to ₦35,000 a month. Total annual cost runs ₦900,000 to ₦2 million.

Redeemer’s is one of the more accessible established private universities by tuition, sitting between the cheaper missionary schools and the higher-priced flagship private universities.

The Redeemer’s admission timeline

• January to February: JAMB UTME registration; pick Redeemer’s as first choice.
• April to May: sit JAMB UTME.
• May to June: Redeemer’s opens aptitude test registration.
• June to July: sit the aptitude test at Ede campus.
• July to August: admission decisions upload to CAPS and Redeemer’s portal.
• August to September: pay tuition; complete clearance.
• September: resumption at Ede campus; orientation, hostel allocation.
• October onwards: first semester lectures.

How to check your Redeemer’s admission status

1. Log into the Redeemer’s admission portal at run.edu.ng. Check your application status.
2. Cross-check on JAMB CAPS at portal.jamb.gov.ng; accept the offer.
3. Pay the acceptance fee and first session tuition.
4. Upload O Level credits, JAMB result, aptitude test result.
5. Report to Ede campus on resumption date.

The Redeemer’s campus experience

The Ede campus is purpose-built and compact, with halls of residence, lecture theatres, the laboratories, the chapel, the library, and sports facilities within walking distance. The school invests in science infrastructure; the Microbiology and Biochemistry laboratories are well equipped, supporting both undergraduate teaching and the research culture that has produced ACEGID and related work.

Daily life follows a structured rhythm: morning devotions, lectures, lab work for science students, evening study hours, and weekend programmed activities. The hostel curfew applies in the evenings. The school manages the canteen, transport, and the campus clinic.

The Faculty of Natural Sciences benefits from the ACEGID partnership, with undergraduates sometimes participating in genomics research projects through teaching assistantships and final-year projects. This research exposure is unusual at undergraduate level in Nigeria and adds to the Redeemer’s signal for postgraduate applications later.

Ede is a quiet town about 30 minutes from Osogbo, the Osun State capital. Travel to Lagos or Ibadan is reachable in 2 to 3 hours. The school runs a transport service for students travelling home at end of term.

Frequently asked questions

How much is Redeemer’s University tuition?

Tuition runs between ₦700,000 and ₦1.5 million per session depending on the programme. Nursing Sciences and Computer Science sit at the higher end (₦1.2 million to ₦1.5 million per session). Business and Management programmes around ₦900,000 to ₦1.2 million. Arts and Humanities at the lower end run ₦700,000 to ₦900,000. Accommodation is bundled into tuition. Total cost of a four-year degree at Redeemer’s: ₦3 million to ₦6 million, making it one of the more affordable established private universities.

Does Redeemer’s offer Medicine?

No, Redeemer’s does not currently run an MBBS programme. The school offers Nursing Sciences and related health programmes within the College of Natural Sciences. Candidates aiming at Medicine should look to federal universities or private universities with MDCN-accredited medical colleges (Babcock, Bowen, ABUAD, Madonna, Igbinedion). Redeemer’s strength is in the basic medical sciences (Microbiology, Biochemistry) which feed into postgraduate medical and biomedical research.

Is the campus residential?

Yes. Redeemer’s is fully residential. Every student is assigned a hostel room on admission and lives on campus throughout the four-year degree. Off-campus living is not the default. The residential model is part of the school’s faith and community ethos.

Do I need to be a member of RCCG to study at Redeemer’s?

No. Redeemer’s admits students from all faiths and the student body is diverse. The campus is owned by the Redeemed Christian Church of God and the faith ethos shapes daily life: chapel attendance, dress code, code of conduct. Students who can live by the campus standards do well at Redeemer’s, regardless of their personal faith background. The school does not pressure students to convert.

How does Redeemer’s compare with Bowen for the Sciences?

Both Bowen and Redeemer’s run strong Sciences programmes. Redeemer’s has the edge in Microbiology and Genomics research thanks to ACEGID. Bowen has a broader spread including MBBS and a stronger Law programme. Tuition is broadly comparable. The choice often comes down to faith environment (Baptist at Bowen vs RCCG at Redeemer’s) and specific programme focus.

Are there scholarships at Redeemer’s?

Redeemer’s offers merit-based scholarships through the Pastor E.A. Adeboye Scholarship Scheme and other RCCG-affiliated foundations. Merit scholarships go to candidates with strong JAMB and aptitude test results. Children of RCCG ministers may qualify for additional scholarship support. Apply through the school’s scholarship portal during the application window. Most scholarships cover a portion of tuition.

What to keep in mind before applying to Redeemer’s

Redeemer’s suits candidates aiming at Sciences, Computing, Business or Humanities at a moderately priced private university. The school is not the right fit if you want Medicine, Law, or Engineering, since those programmes are not offered at RUN.

The faith environment is real and felt daily. Candidates who would chafe against compulsory chapel attendance and a strict code of conduct should consider non-denominational private universities (ABUAD) or federal universities instead.

Plan the family budget around ₦1 million to ₦2 million per session, including tuition, levies and personal expenses. Compared to the ₦2 million to ₦3 million range at Covenant or Babcock, Redeemer’s is one of the more accessible private university options for families who want the structured environment and stable academic calendar without the very top-tier tuition.

Related guides

• How to gain admission into Bowen University
• How to gain admission into Covenant University
• How to gain admission into Babcock University
• JAMB 2026 Subject Combinations

Sources

Redeemer’s University official website at run.edu.ng; Redeemer’s admission portal; JAMB brochure; National Universities Commission; ACEGID research notes.