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Best Universities in Owerri

Ranked lists 18 universities in Owerri. The default view shows 18 local listings in ranking order. Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri is the first local listing in the default order, with a Google rating of 4.0 from 481 Google reviews.

Compiled from Ranked's database. Method and checks: Eruo Fredoline, founder, Ranked Technologies Ltd. How we rank. Latest listing check 18 September 2026.

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Ordered on Google rating, review volume, review recency, profile completeness, review sentiment and the earned verified tick, on weights published and in force since 2026-07-16. Paid placement is not one of them.

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As of October 2026, Ranked lists 18 universities in Owerri, Nigeria, ordered using Google review signals and Ranked's published scoring method. Payment does not change the order.

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Ranked: 18
Google reviews reported: 1.8K
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Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri
74.7/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars481 reviewsNUC-approved · Federal university
Orlu Rd, Owerri 460281, Imo, Nigeria
- Hours listed
From recent reviews
Affiliated with University of Nigeria for degree programs.
- conducive environment
- teacher training
- qualified lecturers
- central location
- affiliated with unn
Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume89
Review recency90
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
GozyTech S. ★★★★★ : When you talk of Learning center , come to Alvan its one of the best environments for studies . Tvet cohort 2 brought me here . Ict center - top notch
ezeoma E. ★★★★★ : It wasn't difficult to locate and it was busy inside school because students were rushing to lecturers.
2
Imo state university
74.0/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars869 reviewsNUC-approved · State university
G23V+WFF, Samek Rd, Owerri 460108, Imo, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume98
Review recency85
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment65
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Munachi M. ★★★★★ : Only attended mass at St Joseph's Catholic Chaplaincy. Because they have a very exceptional choir which has shown what they are made for, while singing praises and worship to God, for so many years.
Duru F. ★★★★★ : Great place to make an event, good for studies and have quality equipment for better teaching.
3
Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University Obiohia
70.4/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars37 reviews
K.O. MBADIWE UNIVERSITY, Obiohia 475102, Imo, Nigeria
- Hours listed
From recent reviews
Consistently praised as a beautiful and well-structured learning environment.
- beautiful place
- good learning
- well structured
- nice school
Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume53
Review recency79
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment82
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Sir G. ★★★★★ : Nice place to be and well educated
thelma N. ★★★★★ : Loved everything about the university
4
Claretian University
69.7/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars110 reviews
Old Maryland, Nekede Rd, Umualum, Nekede 460281, Imo, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Spirit-filled retreat ground with serene environment and strong community bonds.
- good road
- easy to locate
- serene environment
- spirit filled
- retreat ground
- community
Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume68
Review recency54
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment80
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Pogbe S. ★★★★★ : Good road, and easy to locate. Centre for learning.
5
Federal University of Technology - Owerri
66.1/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars259 reviewsNUC-approved · Federal university
1526, PMB, Ihiagwa 460113, Imo, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
From recent reviews
On-campus pharmacy praised for organization and attentive service.
- organized pharmacy
- good lecturers
- wonderful hostels
- frustrating bureaucracy
- degrading facilities
Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume80
Review recency39
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment59
Verification0
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Recent reviews
ihekwueme C. ★★★★★ : When I visited FUTO MEDICAL PHARMACY to get some painkillers, I was impressed by how organized the place was. The shelves were neatly arranged, and the pharmacist attended how to use the medicine properly and even asked if I had any allergies. Prices were moderate, and I got what I needed quickly. The only downside was that there was a bit of queue because many students were there that morning. Overall, it was a good experience.
Oliver U. ★★★★★ : There were trees and grasses well cut the tree and grasses supply oxygen which is healthy there were some places flooded with water which is not safe because it can lead to Los of soil particles there were buildings and road
6
University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, UAES, Umuagwo, Imo State
58.9/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars23 reviewsNUC-approved · State university
8XJ4+V39, Ohaji High School 464115, Imo, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Agriculture-focused university in a serene rural setting with top-class facilities.
- serene environment
- agriculture focus
- top-class facilities
- comfortable hostel
- professional staff
- developing school
Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume46
Review recency55
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment68
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Johnson A. ★★★★★ : Innovative school, still developing tho. Comfortable hostel accommodation, professional staffs. Opportunity for sustainable development in the school community and state at large.
Victus I. ★★★★★ : I know the university is gonna be a very nice place for agriculture the university is in a very nice place good for agriculture
7
Government Technical College Owerri
58.4/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars15 reviews
F2HV+RGQ, Egbu Rd, Owerri 460281, Imo, Nigeria
- Hours listed
From recent reviews
One of the few technical schools in the state with workshops for electrical, mechanical, and earthworks.
- technical school
- workshops
- engineering
- large facility
- teachers quarters
Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume40
Review recency57
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment64
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Kenneth O. ★★★★★ : It's a nice school and also a good school for young and upcoming engineers
Chima E. ★★★★★ : Best technical school ever 😀😀
8
Eastern Palm University
56.7/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars31 reviews
Okporo Rd, Obiohia 473102, Imo, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Affordable fees and serene environment in Rochas Okorocha's hometown.
- serene environment
- affordable fees
- good learning
- name changed
- ogboko location
Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume50
Review recency1
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment86
Verification0
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9
National Open University - Okigwe Rd
46.1/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars12 reviews
Former court of appeal, 63 Okigwe Rd, Ugwu Orji, Owerri 460108, Imo, Nigeria
- Hours listed
From recent reviews
Flexible distance learning for working class and all ages.
- distance learning
- flexible
- working class
- age no barrier
- unstable learning
- good environment
Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume37
Review recency5
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment54
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Okoro E. ★★★★★ : Couldn't locate it, either closed down or relocated
10
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Nigeria
Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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11
Eastern Palm University, Ogboko
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Eastern Palm University, Ogboko, Imo, Nigeria
From recent reviews
University in Imo State, Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)
Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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12
Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviewsNUC-approved · State university
Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Imo, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Public university in Imo State, Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)
Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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13
Hezekiah University
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviewsNUC-approved · Private university
Hezekiah University, Imo, Nigeria
From recent reviews
University in Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)
Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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14
Holy Ghost
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Holy Ghost, Owerri, Nigeria
Why ranked #14? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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15
Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education, Owerri, Nigeria
Why ranked #15? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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16
Rochas Foundation College
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Rochas Foundation College, Owerri, Nigeria
Why ranked #16? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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17
Imo State University of Innovation, Science and Technology
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Imo State University of Innovation, Science and Technology, Imo, Nigeria
From recent reviews
Public university in Oru East, Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)
Why ranked #17? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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18
National Open University Of Nigeria, Owerri Study Center
49.8/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars3 reviews
63 Okigwe Rd, Owerri 460108, Imo, Nigeria
- Hours listed
From recent reviews
Flexible self-paced study system with affordable fees.
- flexible system
- pocket friendly fees
- self-paced study
- mass communication
Why ranked #18? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume20
Review recency34
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment56
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Peace E. ★★★★★ : Obtained my first degree in Mass Communication from NOUN. It has a super flexible system, you can study at your own pace. Their fees are pocket friendly; you don’t need to rob a bank to go here. The only thing you need is determination,willingness to study and of cause money.

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What the data shows for universities in Owerri

Counted from every university ranked in Owerri, Imo State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 18
With 5+ reviews: 9
Rated 4.5 or higher: 0
Median reviews: 8
Phone listed: 10 of 18
Opening hours listed: 7 of 18

9 of the 18 universities ranked in Owerri have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 1,840 reviews.

Of the 18, 9 sit between 4.0 and 4.4, 1 are below 4.0 and 8 have no rating yet.

The median university here has 8 reviews.

Imo state university has the most, 869 at 3.9, followed by Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri (481) and Federal University of Technology - Owerri (259).

10 list a phone number, 9 a website and 7 opening hours; 9 have a photo on file.

Across the 20 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes universities, the median city lists 18; Owerri has 18, the same as the median.

The most recent Google review we hold for this set is from August 2026.

Source: Ranked directory database, counted at publish time. Full statistics.

Frequently asked questions

How many universities are listed in Owerri?

Ranked lists 18 universities in Owerri. The default view shows 18 local listings in ranking order.

Which local listing appears first in the default order?

Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri appears first, with a Google rating of 4.0 from 481 Google reviews. The order uses Ranked's published review-based method; it is not a measure of every aspect of the business.

Which local listing loaded on this page has the most Google reviews?

Imo state university has the most reported Google reviews among the 18 local listings loaded on this page: 869. Review volume is one ranking signal and does not establish service quality.

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