Ave Maria University, Piyanko (near Abuja), has rapidly risen to prominence, earning recognition as Nigeria’s second-best private university in our ranking. Established by the Ave Maria Foundation, the institution combines faith, academic excellence, and entrepreneurial training to produce graduates who are both globally competitive and socially responsible.
🌍 Strategic Location
Situated in Nasarawa State, just a short drive from Abuja, Ave Maria offers students the best of both worlds—an academically serene environment close to the nation’s capital. This location also gives students access to internship opportunities, professional exposure, and national policy centers.
📚 Academic Excellence
The university runs diverse and market-driven programs across its faculties:
- Law
- Health Sciences
- Social & Management Sciences
- Basic Sciences
- Medicine (College of Medicine)
Its IJMB (Interim Joint Matriculation Board) pathway also allows qualified candidates to enter directly into 200-level studies, giving it an edge in accessibility and student advancement.
🙌 Holistic Student Development
Ave Maria stands out for its value-based education model, which balances intellectual growth with moral formation and spiritual grounding. The emphasis on entrepreneurship and leadership training equips students with skills to create opportunities rather than just seek them.
🏆 Rising Reputation
With over 2,000 students, a graduate success rate of 95%, and an average CGPA of 3.8, Ave Maria has distinguished itself as one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing universities. In a short span, it has become a preferred destination for parents seeking quality education with strong moral values for their children.
✨ What Makes Ave Maria #2
Unlike many long-established universities, Ave Maria has carved a niche with:
- A student-centered approach to learning.
- Strong institutional support from the Ave Maria Foundation.
- A fast-growing reputation for excellence in law, medicine, and management sciences.
- A focus on character, innovation, and service, making it a modern university with traditional values.
