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Usmanu Danfodiyo University College of Health Sciences

WDOMS ID: F0001890 Nigeria Sokoto

Country

Nigeria

City

Sokoto

WDOMS ID

F0001890

What students share

School Type: Federal

Year Instruction Started: 1979

Operational Status: Currently operational

Alternate Names: University of Sokoto College of Health Sciences (1979 - 1987)

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School Website(s): In English

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School Contact Main Address: Sultan Abubakar Road Private Mail Bag 2370 Sokoto Nigeria Phone Number(s): Fax Number(s): Email:

Main Address: Sultan Abubakar Road Private Mail Bag 2370 Sokoto Nigeria

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Current Programs This school offers more than one program or track leading to a medical degree. Qualification Title: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) Year Instruction Began: 1979 Curriculum Last Revised: Curriculum Duration: 6 years Language of Instruction: English Year Ended: Prerequisite Education: Foreign Students: Foreign students are admitted Genders Admitted: Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required Tuition Paid By:

Qualification Title: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)

Year Instruction Began: 1979

Curriculum Last Revised:

Curriculum Duration: 6 years

Language of Instruction: English

Year Ended:

Prerequisite Education:

Foreign Students: Foreign students are admitted

Genders Admitted:

Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required

Tuition Paid By:

Canada Unless indicated otherwise, Medical degrees obtained from this medical school are acceptable to the provincial/territorial medical regulatory authorities in Canada, and therefore acceptable to all medical organizations in Canada. For more information about the acceptable medical schools as defined in the Model Standards for Medical Registration in Canada click here . ? moins d?avis contraire, les dipl?mes de m?decine de cette facult? de m?decine sont acceptables aux ordres des m?decins dans les provinces et territoires du Canada, et par cons?quent acceptables ? toute autre organisation au Canada qui ?uvre dans le domaine m?dical. Pour plus d'information au sujet des facult?s de m?decine acceptables, telles que d?finies dans les normes mod?les pour l'inscription m?dicale au Canada, cliquez ici . Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1979 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1979 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1979 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information.

💬 Student Reviews

Real reviews from students. All ratings and reviews are taken on 21st January 2026.

Umar Abdulrazzak

Usmanu Danfodiyo University, is one of the second generation's university in Nigeria. She's a great school with very principled lecturers and other non-academic staffs. She has maintained her reputation as the most peaceful university Nigeria for a very long time and still till date hasn't lost the title.

muhammadauwal ibrahim

A well established university with good constructed buildings which comprises of administrative Block's, faculties, laboratory with up to date equipments, lecture hall, hostels etc. The university does it best in order to make studies cushy …

Hassan Faruk Maradun

Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, The most peaceful university in Nigeria and one of the best in the country. The university produces quality students in both character and learning. Graduates of Usmanu Danfodiyo University are very good …

Julius Raji

A Federal Govt. second generation University. Used to be one of the smallest in Nigeria but the aggressive but strategic expansion drives of the Vice Chancellors and Federal Government in last ten years has made the school to become one of …

Ismail Ibrahim

Udusok is a four, five and six-years degree-awarding institution that also runs associate degrees and remedial programmes. The university has a standard medical program and University Teaching Hospital. The University is divided into three …

A.A Tsagem

Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), also known as Udusok and formerly University of Sokoto is one of the initial twelve universities founded in Nigeria by the federal government in 1975. It is a research university located in the …

Jamilu Mukoshy

Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS) is one of the second generation universities established in 1975. It is a citadel of learning strategically situated extreme north of Sokoto city. Since inception, the university maintained an …

Abduljalil Abdulllahi

A perfect place for learning in both character and knowledge, research and trainings. The University is known for producing qualitative graduates of good character and knowledge skills due it's disciplined and intellectual staff in the …

yekeen abdakeem

Most of people say a lot, many say; "it is the most peaceful uni." To some; "it is the hardest uni.", others; "its weather is too harsh", and lots more. But to me, I say, "lots of talents are embedded in the READ uni, the MOST PEACEFUL."

Eldnight Ahmad

"Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto is the most peaceful university in Nigeria. The campus has a calm and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for studying and learning. The staff are friendly and the students live in harmony. It is a safe and …

CRNA

One of the best university in the Northern region, 3rd best university in North West after ABU, Zaria and BUK, Kano. 23rd Best in Nigeria university as at 2019 Ranking. There motto talks most about them, The university is full of good …

Bello Isah Umar

It was never easy here, the sun, the distances and more. Educationally it's tough, not easy at all but positively, it's a morally sound environment with honourable people.

EKENE DENNIS

Quite a sight to behold...First time stepping foot in there and it looks amazing. Just introduction of some means of transportation like bikes to ease mobility

Rokeeb Lawal Abidolu

Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, Sokoto State. The most peaceful university in Nigeria, a great citadel of learning and inculcating good moral behaviors.

Amaihian Ehizoje

A very sandy environment, tho it's filled with lots of infrastructures. It's a non fun environment enjoyed by people who derive pleasure in calmness

Usman Fodiyo Bala

Popularly known as the most peaceful university in Nigeria, and the University of Read (from the text in its logo that says 'Read' in Arabic).

Ismail Nafiu

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Is very fantastic,awareness,honesty,fruetifull,and worthy emulation,kind,loyalty,and educated
Students

Nasir Abdullahi

It's a university. The university is very large and beautiful. It held different faculty and building and some other local villages.

Umar Ibrahim Ladan

Very conducive environment, the most peaceful university in Nigeria, where knowledge and character having impacting in Students

Bilyaminu shehu jabo

Its an intellectual federal government property.
Its an institution that graduates freshman from many professional Certificate

Bello Sharu

I am currently undergoing a course of study at the Centre of character and learning the most peaceful university in country

Kabiru Abdullahi

The new VC Prof. LS Bilbis has began changing the institution to compete with its peers both within and outside Nigeria

Umar Yero Sawdat

Usman Danfodio University is an institution of honor and purity evean thoug it is very stressful but one among the best

Abbas Bada

The best university who compels obedience and character educational, spiritually and guides moral conduct of students.

HUSNAA TIAMIYU

The most peaceful university in Nigeria that focuses on studies and trains islamically moral adults, MashAllah ?.

Adam Usman

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Naxeer yahaya Gulma

It's very interesting place with full of memories,,,, also peaceful place no violence,,,,a place of integrity

Bodam Dale Bagaiya

Renewable Energy Excursion.

Had an enlightened time at the Energy Research Centre of the Usman Danfodiyo …

CHUKWUNONSO ANGELO EGWUDA

One of its own is saying I do pretty soon with love we pray God grant him all his heart desires...

Mudassir Sada

This is udusok, the best centre of learning,
with it's motto "aluta continua victoria acerta".!!!

Usama Bello

The Most Peaceful University In Nigeria Who Awarded Their Degree Best On Character And learning.

Pauline Martin

Really large environment. Movement within campus could be tedious for someone without a vehicle.

Umar Ashhaz Jabaka

In d historic town of sokoto i was issued an opportunity to study in dis prestigious university

muhammad suraj

Usman danfodiyo university is the one of the best university of Nigeria it is a good school

Abdulrahman Abarshi

Is a very good place to study and it's offered it's degrees based on character and learning

onilude emmanuel

GOOD DAY SIR sir i need your help to enter udu pls can u tll me how to do sir

yaagba kingsley

udus is one among de best, i can't wait 2 get there,am kindly waiting 4 admission

ABDULMALIK USMAN

I am from Borno state pls i want to knw something about universty of sokoto by DE

nasir nasir muhammad nasir

Usman Danfodiyo University is one of the federal government university in Nigeria

yusuf mary Manga

It is a pleasant place for learning I can't just wait to join am in a hast

Sonia Adeka

This school still needs improvements, but overall, it's a good university

Saeed Makun

I relish my staying at the school, the environment is cool and friendly.

Mojirayo azeez

Very friendly and big place. But the school was on strike when I visited

Lawal Yakubu

To enhance the infrastructure and the future of the unborn generation.

Fatima Ahmodu Umaru (Zahra)

The best university in Nigeria. It's not just a say. It is for real.

Kabir Abubakar

I am currently studying public admin 16....I am proud to b fodiodite

Osioke Itseuwa (Sprime)

Very calm environment and a lot of greenery. A good place to learn.

Habib Salihu

Best among the best, academically standards and morally qualities

Amina Yahaya

It was my convocation today and I made a stop at my department!

Mubarak Abiola Mohammed (WeirdmaskmanNG)

UDUS main campus. An agreeable blend of nature and academics

Hafiz Isah Chado

Usman danfodiyo university...simply a school you wish to go

Aminu Shehu

Extended integrated renewable energy model Village, Sokoto

kafayat abdulrazaq

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Emmanuel Chigozie Okoye

Nice place for learning and extra curricular activities

rilwanu bala bashar

This day was very pleasant at a memorable University.

Zeey Moyi

Well conducive environment for learning and displine

Hadiza Ikani

Never seen university with discipline unlike this ?

Halimat Sadia

Weather condition is sometimes very bad and extreme

U QB

It's indeed the most peaceful university in Nigeria

Muhammad Hassan Nawawi

Because is the most peaceful university in Nigeria

Emmanuel Oluwatumininu10

Great ?? feeling better but it's sunny as usual …

Franklin Ogidan

It's quite a distance from the sokoto metropolis

Emmanuel Joseph Ede

Udusok,d best place to learn ,proudly danfodite

Aliyu Sonfada

This is a university for all she must peaceful

shamsuddeen aminu

Hard life is a journey to a successful career

Abdulrahman Abubakar

No words until you come and see for yourself

Safwan Rabiu Tukur

The place is okay. Alhamdulillah. I like it.

Khafeelat Opeyemi

A very unique university all over the world

abdulhakim hassan

The most peacefull university in the nation

Nura Koko PhD

The most peaceful University in West Africa

Kamal Baidu

Alhamdullih the is very touchful I enjoy it

Bashir Abdulsamad

Its the most peaceful university in Nigeria

Harryhandsome Awah 680082060

I lv to go to that ur school it look so gd

Job Nmadu

University in the historic town of Sokoto

Abraham Smith

a very cool place to achieve your dreams

Yusuf Muhammad Garba

The most Peaceful University in Nigeria.

bashiru umar

The most peaceful university in Nigeria.

Ukashatu Muhammad Abdulkadir

The most peaceful university in Nigeria

ABDURRAHMAN ABUBAKAR ADAM

Hopeful to Join the Institution sooner

Emmanuel Udodung

It was cool it a nice place to study

auwal bashir

Microbiology students class of 2k18

Mujtaba Ibrahim

It is an extremely nice institution

Lukman Jimoh

Too many uncivilised manners there

Kasang Jedidiah

Wonderful site for learning?? …

Aminat Adebayo

It cool and lovely it my school

Mazuma Haruna

5.1 should have been the rating

Sani Abubakar

good experience and work hard

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Nurudeen Arowona

Quite a nice place to visit

Abban Anam

Best and amazing University

Mustapha Haliru

Very nice place tnx google

abdulazeez soburayinde

I really enjoyed the state

Musa Yunus

Am studying ed.biology UG1

Naziru Yakubu Aliyu

Am studing Applied kemis-3

Muhammad Nasir

A good place for learning

Abdulraheem Abdulquadri olamilekan

Most peaceful University

Damilola J. Amoo

They have good building

Umar Zayyana

Having my degree there

Muhammad Sanusi Yahaya

A very moderate place.

Anas Adamu isah

It's important to me

atiku sayyadi

Top class institution

mayaki Muhammed jamiu

It's extremely great

Khalifa-Aliyu Adamu

Nice... MY SCHOOL

Amidu Mohammed

UDUS is good

Muhammad Najib Adamu

Love it ? …

Amidu Mohammed Dabban

It's cool

Awwal Hassan Wara

My school

Abubakar tajudeen

Nice one

Olore Oloruntoyin

Good

Abdussalam Usman

Nice

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Sokoto is one of the 36 states of Nigeria, located in the extreme northwest of the country. It is bounded by Republic of the Niger to the north and west for 363 km, and the states of Zamfara to the east, and Kebbi to the south and west, partly across the Ka River. Its capital and largest city is the city of Sokoto. Sokoto is located near to the confluence of…

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