Monarch University is a privately owned university that is located in Iyesi, Ota, Ogun State. The university is established by Bishop Dr. Tom Samson, who is a general overseer of Christ Royal Family International Church.
Monarch University was established and began formal academic activities in 2025 following approval by the National Universities Commission (NUC) on the order of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Monarch University is part of the education institution that was founded by its founder, Dr. Bishop Tom Samson. Monarch University is a faith-based university that is established to portray the Christian faith and instill the principles of Christianity.
Monarch University is a dynamic, forward-thinking institution established to deliver excellence in education, research, and community impact. The university was founded with the vision for academic empowerment and spiritual development.
The university is committed to shaping minds, transforming communities, and building a sustainable future through a world-class academic program and a strong ethical foundation.
The university was established the same year the founder clocked 60 years; this step was done according to the founder’s commitment to establishing a university that will portray Christian standards while enhancing education. The founder itself is a graduate of education; hence, its passion for education.
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Faculties in Monarch University
° Faculty of Humanities, Management, and Social Sciences
° Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences
Courses available at Monarch University
° Accounting
° Banking and Finance
° Business Administration
° Criminology and Security Studies
° Economics
° Entrepreneurship
° Mass Communication
° Sociology
° Computer Science
° Cyber Security
° Software Engineering
° Data Science
° Information Technology
° Biotechnology
Admission Requirement
• Applicants must meet the specific UTME and O’Level requirements for their chosen program.
• A minimum of five (5) credit passes in SSCE/WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB in not more than two sittings.
• The five credits must include mathematics and English language.
• Candidates must score a minimum of 140 in the JAMB UTME.
• Candidates must have the correct JAMB subject combination for their chosen course.
• Candidates must select the university as their institution of choice during the admission process.
° Departmental requirements still vary.
Required Documents
• O’Level Result(s)
• JAMB UTME or Direct Entry (DE) Slip
• Birth Certificate or Age Declaration Certificate
Monarch University Cutoff Mark for All Courses
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 150 |
| Banking and Finance | 140 |
| Business Administration | 150 |
| Criminology and Security Studies | 140 |
| Economics | 145 |
| Entrepreneurship | 140 |
| Mass Communication | 160 |
| Sociology | 140 |
| Computer Science | 160 |
| Cyber Security | 165 |
| Software Engineering | 170 |
| Data Science | 160 |
| Information Technology | 150 |
| Biotechnology | 150 |
Monarch University School Fees
| Course | School Fees (₦) |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 612,000 |
| Banking and Finance | 612,000 |
| Business Administration | 612,000 |
| Criminology and Security Studies | 612,000 |
| Economics | 612,000 |
| Entrepreneurship | 612,000 |
| Mass Communication | 612,000 |
| Sociology | 612,000 |
| Computer Science | 712,000 |
| Cyber Security | 712,000 |
| Software Engineering | 712,000 |
| Data Science | 712,000 |
| Information Technology | 712,000 |
| Biotechnology | 712,000 |
NOTE: The school fees have embedded in them the accommodation fees for that particular session.
How to Pay Monarch University School Fees
° Go to the University portal at https://monarchuniversity.edu.ng/
° Log in with your username and password.
° Locate the Fees Section and Generate Invoice.
° Proceed to make payment by following the instruction on the invoice.
° Please make the payment according to the instructions on the invoice and retain the receipt for your records.
NOTE:
Monarch University accepts payment in installments up to two (2) times, 70% at the beginning of the semester and the remaining 30% before the semester ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
° Where is Monarch University located?
Monarch University is located in Iyesi, Ota, a local government of Ogun State.
° Can direct entry candidates apply to Monarch University?
Yes, but it seems the university, as of the moment, does not accept direct entry candidates for now.
° Is JAMB compulsory for admission into Monarch University?
Yes, JAMB is compulsory for admission into the institution, and that is why the university has the benchmark of 140 and above as the cutoff mark for admission.
° Does Monarch University accept candidates with two sittings?
As with the custom with other Nigerian universities, so it is a yes. Monarch University accepts the use of two sittings.
° What is the cut-off mark for Monarch University?
The cutoff mark for Monarch University is 140, but competitive courses might require more than 140.
