Adeleke University Ede (ADUN) in Osun State has become a popular choice among private university seekers in South-West Nigeria. One question that comes up very often from prospective students and parents is how much is ADUN hostel accommodation fee is and how exactly to apply for it. Living on campus at ADUN is usually the preferred option because the hostels are modern, secure, and much closer to lecture halls than most off-campus accommodations in Ede town. This article gives you the latest figures and step-by-step application guide for the 2025/2026 session, based on information from the university’s student portal and bursary office as of December 2025.
Current Hostel Accommodation Fees at ADUN
ADUN charges between ₦120,000 and ₦350,000 per academic session for hostel accommodation. The price depends on the hostel category, room type, and whether you want air-conditioning or extra amenities. Here is the current breakdown:
- Standard rooms (4–6 students per room, shared bathroom and kitchen): ₦120,000 – ₦160,000 per session
- Semi-executive rooms (2–4 students per room, better fittings and fewer occupants): ₦180,000 – ₦250,000 per session
- Executive rooms (2 students per room, air-conditioned, private bathroom, wardrobe, study desk): ₦280,000 – ₦350,000 per session
These fees cover the full academic year (two semesters). Fresh students pay the same rate as returning students. The university does not allow semester-by-semester hostel payment. You must settle the full amount after clearance.
How to Apply for ADUN Hostel Accommodation – Step by Step
The process is completely online and strictly first-come, first-served. Spaces in the executive and semi-executive categories are limited and disappear very quickly. Follow these steps:
- Log in to the student portal at portal.adelekeuniversity.edu.ng using your JAMB registration number (freshers) or matric number (returning students).
- Complete your course registration and pay all compulsory school fees first. The hostel application becomes available only after full fee clearance.
- Navigate to the “Hostel Allocation” or “Accommodation Booking” section.
- Choose your preferred hostel category (standard, semi-executive, or executive).
- Generate the payment invoice (RRR code) and pay the exact amount displayed.
- You can pay at any commercial bank branch or online through Remita using a debit card.
- Upload the payment receipt to the portal immediately after the transaction.
- Wait for confirmation (usually 24–72 hours). Once approved, print your hostel allocation slip from the portal.
Bed spaces are allocated strictly according to payment timestamp. If you delay, you may end up in a lower-preference room or miss out completely. In that case, private hostels in Ede town charge between ₦80,000 and ₦200,000 per year.
Extra Costs to Budget For
Hostel fee is only one part of the total cost. Plan for these additional expenses:
- Acceptance fee (freshers only): ₦50,000 – ₦70,000
- Medical screening / health insurance levy: ₦5,000 – ₦10,000
- Bedding, mattress, bucket, and personal items: ₦20,000 – ₦40,000
- Feeding (if you cook or buy food on campus): ₦100,000 – ₦180,000 per session
Total first-year estimate for a fresher who secures a semi-executive hostel: ₦350,000 – ₦500,000 (including school fees, hostel, acceptance, and basic living expenses).
Why Students Prefer On-Campus Accommodation at ADUN
The hostels are located very close to lecture theatres, the central library, and the university clinic. Security is better than most off-campus areas. There is usually steady electricity and water supply. The university provides shuttle buses between campuses and hostels, which saves transport money every day.
If you are planning to join ADUN in 2026, pay your school fees early and apply for the hostel as soon as clearance opens. Spaces disappear very quickly, especially in the executive category.
Have you paid your fees yet? Which hostel type are you hoping to get, or executive? Share your thoughts in the comments.