The Analysis of the Factors Influencing Students’ Choice of Accommodation in Federal University of Technology Minna, Niger State
Abstract
With the rate at which the population of tertiary institutions is growing, a commensurate increase in accommodation challenges faced by students is an inevitable occurrence, causing majority of them to seek alternative accommodation. The purpose of this study therefore, was to assess the factors influencing student’s choice of accommodation and to recommend a model of accommodation for the students; with FUT Minna as the case study. Data was obtained through questionnaire from 500 students using simple random sampling and analysed using descriptive statistics and factor analysis techniques. The results revealed that, there has be a steady growth in the undergraduate student population, it also revealed that, water, electricity, privacy, proximity to school, security and un-kept hostel environment are predominant factors that influence the choice of students’ accommodation with all having a mean score and RII value greater than 3.0 and 0.7 respectively, finally it revealed that the basic facilities that the students desire around an accommodation are Wi-Fi, standby Generator, Shops, and ATM services available and averagely efficient with a mean score above 3.00 . Thus, in conclusion it can be said that these predominant factors are strongly influenced by the type of accommodation available and the facilities in the study area. The research recommended full participation of the Government, private sector and the University management towards the provision and management of student’s accommodation facilities.
Keywords
Housing, Student Accommodation, Facilities, Hostel, Campus, University
Citations
IRE Journals:
Attahchone Bawa Musa
"The Analysis of the Factors Influencing Students’ Choice of Accommodation in Federal University of Technology Minna, Niger State" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 7 2025 Page 161-187
IEEE:
Attahchone Bawa Musa
"The Analysis of the Factors Influencing Students’ Choice of Accommodation in Federal University of Technology Minna, Niger State" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(7)
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