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Our Guiding Purpose
OUR MISSION
To create a unique institution committed to the pursuit of academic innovation, skill-based training and a tradition of excellence in teaching, research and community service.
Our Aspiration
OUR VISION
To be a centre of excellence providing high quality teaching and learning experiences which will engender the production of entrepreneurial graduates capable of impacting positively on their environment while being globally competitive.
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Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Skills & Global Impact
To create a unique institution committed to the pursuit of academic innovation, skill-based training and a tradition of excellence in teaching, research and community service.
Prof. Odunayo Clement ADEBOOYE
B.Agric (OAU), M.Sc (UI), PhD (UI), Professor, UN Fellow, DAAD Fellow, AvH Fellow, Ambassador Scientist (AvH)
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Summary of UNIOSUN in Statistics
As a premier 21st-century institution, UNIOSUN is committed to providing a qualitative, research-oriented education that serves as a catalyst for innovation across Nigeria and the global academic community.
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Our Rankings
According to the 2015 Webometric, 2026 Uniranking Nation Ranking and Uniranking World Ranking of top Higher Education institutions.
30–40
in Nigeria
2026 uniRank National University Ranking
2026 · uniRank
2nd
State University in Nigeria
2015 Webometric National Ranking
2015 · Webometrics
20th
in Nigeria
2015 Webometric National Ranking
2015 · Webometrics
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HOUSE OF KNOWLEDGE
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When you choose UNIOSUN and join any of our seven Colleges
You become part of a Living Spring of knowledge, culture, innovation and entrepreneurial impact that flows across six campuses in Osun State. We do not merely teach; we equip you to solve real-world problems, create value, produce globally competitive research, and leave lasting footprints on your community and the world.
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Living Spring Scholars: Stories of Excellence & Impact
Celebrating the brilliant minds that embody the Living Spring spirit - students whose exceptional academic performance and character reflect the university's commitment to excellence, innovation, and global impact.
Faidat Sonia Adetu
CGPA of 4.86
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
2024/2025 Academic Session
Olubunmi Ogunleye
CGPA of 4.85
Department of Civil Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
2018/2019 Academic Session
Mubarak Opeyemi Thanni
CGPA of 4.77
Department of Civil Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
2016/2017 Academic Session
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Global and Local Partnerships
Osun State University is proud to collaborate with leading institutions worldwide, fostering academic excellence, research innovation, and cultural exchange across continents.
University of Manitoba
Canada
Research Collaboration
University of Saskatchewan
Canada
Academic Partner
Stellenbosch University
South Africa
Research Network
University of KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa
Academic Partner
Aarhus University
Denmark
Research Collaboration
University of the Western Cape
South Africa
Academic Partner
Medical Research Council Gambia
Gambia
Research Partner
Indiana University
USA
Academic Partner
University of The Gambia
Gambia
Academic Partner
Alabama A&M University
USA
Academic Partner
International Development Research Centre
Canada
Research Partner
Cape Breton University
Canada
Academic Partner
National Open University of Nigeria
Nigeria
Academic Partner
Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research
Nigeria
Research Partner
Raw Materials Research and Development Council
Nigeria
Research Partner
TRenD in Africa
Africa
Research Network
University of Manitoba
Canada
Research Collaboration
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