The University of Lagos, popularly known as UNILAG, is a public research institution in Lagos, Nigeria, founded in 1962. UNILAG is one of the oldest schools in Nigeria and is ranked among the best federal tertiary schools in Nigeria and the top schools in the world. The UNILAG cut-off mark for 2024/2025 will help you understand if you can secure a place in joining the institution or not. The Communication Unit at UNILAG provides invaluable insights into how the institution conducts its admissions and determines cut-off marks.

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The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is one of the first-generation universities in Nigeria. UNILAG is known for its commitment to academic excellence, research, and community engagement. It has a main campus located in Akoka, Yaba, and another campus in Surulere. The main campus in Akoka houses most of the academic faculties, administrative buildings, and student residences.

UNILAG admission standards and guidelines

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During an interview arranged by Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, the Head of the Communications Unit at UNILAG, the university provided valuable insights into its admission process. Here are the main highlights from the discussion with Legit.ng:

Overview of UNILAG's admission process

The university said it adheres to the guidelines set by the federal government for its admission process. Here's an overview of the current admission process at UNILAG, focusing on cut-off marks and admission guidelines:

  • Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS): UNILAG utilizes the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) to select candidates for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry. JAMB closely monitors this system, ensuring fairness and transparency in the admission process.
  • Consideration of candidates: The admission process at UNILAG considers both domestic and international candidates and physically challenged applicants. All candidates' data is sourced from the JAMB Portal, providing a standardized approach to candidate evaluation.
  • Determining cut-off marks: Cut-off marks for admission into various programs at UNILAG are determined based on candidates' overall performance in the UTME and Direct Entry examinations. These cut-off marks are also evaluated in relation to the available quota for each program.
  • Central Admissions Committee (CAC): UNILAG has a dedicated Central Admissions Committee (CAC) responsible for overseeing the admission process. The committee plays a pivotal role in determining cut-off marks, evaluating candidates' qualifications, and ensuring compliance with established guidelines and regulations.

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    Significance of cut-off marks in UNILAG's admission process

    The cut-off marks represent the minimum score that a candidate must attain to secure admission into UNILAG. The university said: 

    It serves as a benchmark to guide admitting students for each academic session. It is a medium for scaling students up for admission into various programs at the university to fill the available quota. The cut-off marks change in every academic session based on the candidates' general performance. As usual, this depends on the quota for each course given by the JAMB. 

    How does UNILAG ensure transparency and fairness when setting cut-off marks?

    The university mentioned the following measures taken by the institution to achieve transparency and fairness in setting cut-off marks for various courses: 

  • Adherence to admission guidelines: UNILAG strictly adheres to the admission guidelines established by regulatory bodies such as the National Universities Commission (NUC) and JAMB. 
  • Consideration of available quota: Cut-off marks at UNILAG are determined based on the available quota for various programs. 
  • Evaluation of overall performance: Cut-off marks are established by evaluating the overall general performance of candidates in both the JAMB UTME and the UNILAG Post-UTME aptitude test. 

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    Advice for prospective students aiming to meet or exceed the cut-off marks at UNILAG

    The university also provided essential advice for prospective students who aim to meet or exceed the cut-off marks for admission to their desired courses:

  • Study diligently: A rigorous study is the most critical factor in meeting or exceeding the cut-off marks. Candidates should aim to achieve high scores in their JAMB examinations and the UNILAG post-UTME aptitude test. Achieving very good grades in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or the National Examination Council Certificate (NECO) is also essential. 
  • Thoroughly read the JAMB brochure: Prospective students should carefully read the JAMB brochure to understand the specific requirements of their desired courses. Filling out application forms correctly and meeting all prerequisites can significantly impact their chances of admission.
  • Prepare for competition: With the increasing number of applicants each year, admission to UNILAG is highly competitive. Prospective students should be aware of this competition and strive to stand out by achieving exceptional scores and meeting all requirements.

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    What are the cut-off marks for UNILAG in 2024?

    The University of Lagos has not announced the official cut-off mark for the 2024/2025 period. The table below shows the 2023/2024 UNILAG cut-off mark for all courses.

    Faculty of Arts

    The Faculty of Arts has twelve programmes. Below are the cut-off marks for each of the programmes.

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Creative Arts72.375
    2English Language72
    3French69.625
    4Russian67.375
    5History & Strategic Studies73.375
    6Linguistics /Igbo69.375
    7Linguistics /Yoruba66.375
    8Chinese75.875
    9Linguistics71.625
    10Philosophy70.625
    11Christian Religious Knowledge71.5
    12Islamic Religious Knowledge61.25

    College of Medicine

    For you to get admission to the university, you need to attain the following merit cut-off marks.

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Dentistry76.5
    2Medical Laboratory Science77.25
    3Medicine and Surgery86.875
    4Nursing Science79.25
    5Pharmacology76.75
    6Physiology74
    7Physiotherapy78.5
    8Radiography76.75

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    Faculty of Education

    The Faculty of Education is one of the most popular faculties in the institution, with over 20 programmes.

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Adult Education64.75
    2Education Economics69.625
    3Education Business68
    4Education IRS62
    5Education IgboNIL
    6Education English74.25
    7Education Early Childhood70.875
    8Education Yoruba63.375
    9Education French64
    10Education History68.5
    11Education CRS56.375
    12Education Geography62.375
    13Educational Administration65.125
    14Educational Foundations67.5
    15Special Education67
    16Health Education52.875
    17Human Kinetics61.75
    18Education Biology64.875
    19Education Chemistry58.875
    20Education Home Economics57.25
    21Education Integrated Science56.875
    22Education Mathematics66.25
    23Education Physics57.125
    24Education Technology60.625

    Faculty of Engineering

    The 2022/2023 cut-off mark for those interested in pursuing any engineering course was as follows:

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Biomedical Engineering79
    2Chemical & Petroleum Engineering78.375
    3Civil & Environmental Engineering76.875
    4Computer Engineering82.5
    5Electrical & Electronics Engineering82
    6Mechanical Engineering82.125
    7Metallurgical & Materials Engineering70.375
    8Surveying & Geoinformatics Engineering71.875
    9Systems Engineering71.875

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    Faculty of Environmental Sciences

    The Faculty of Environmental Sciences offers five programmes. The merit cut-off marks include:

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Architecture78.25
    2Building68.5
    3Estate Management67.625
    4Quality Surveying71.125
    5Urban & Regional Planning65.375

    Faculty of Law

    Law is one of the most competitive programmes in Nigeria. The programme's cut-off mark is always high.

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Law80.375

    Faculty of Management Sciences

    The Faculty of Management Sciences deals with academic programs and research related to various aspects of business, accounting and management.

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Accounting80.375
    2Actuarial Science72.625
    3Banking & Finance73.25
    4Business Administration72.25
    5IRPM71.875
    6Insurance71
    7Taxation62.375

    Faculty of Pharmacy

    Becoming a pharmacist typically requires a significant amount of education hence the high merit cut-off mark.

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Pharmacy80.25

    Faculty of Science

    The Faculty of Science has several programs, and their cut-off marks are as follows:

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    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Botany64.875
    2Cell Biology & Genetics69.5
    3Chemistry70.375
    4Computer Science82.125
    5Geology70.875
    6Geophysics71.875
    7Marine Biology68
    8Fishers56.5
    9Mathematics72.875
    10Industrial Mathematics71.5
    11Statistics71.5
    12Microbiology72.125
    13Physics67.75
    14Zoology64.375

    Faculty of Social Sciences

    The Faculty of Social Science offers several programmes, and their merit cut-off mark is as follows:

    NoProgrammeMerit
    1Economics78.375
    2Economics & Development Studies62.5
    3Geography56.125
    4Meteorology & Climate Scinece70.625
    5Mass Communication77.25
    6Library & Information Science68.5
    7Political Science70.75
    8Psychology74
    9Social Work68.625
    10Sociology73.5

    UNILAG admission guide

    Gaining admission into UNILAG is quite competitive. Here are the general requirements for one to gain admission into the university.

    • Have a minimum of five SSCE credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained at no more than two sittings. Specific courses may have additional requirements.
    • Meet the JAMB cut-off mark for your chosen course. The cut-off mark varies for different courses and may change yearly.

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    UNILAG application process

    Follow the steps below to make your application.

  • Visit the official UNILAG application portal.
  • Click to view programmes' entry requirements.
  • Once done, click on "Start a Fresh Application".
  • Select the application type and nationality and complete the other required personal details.
  • Agree to the terms and conditions and click "Continue".
  • Pay the required JAMB and UNILAG Post-UTME application fees.
  • Make a successful payment.
  • Log in to the application portal using your reference number and surname in lowercase as the password.
  • Click "Continue Application" to complete the application form.
  • Once done, submit the application form.
  • Ensure you generate the payment advice and print the application form.

    • Can UNILAG accept 170 in JAMB?

    To be eligible for the screening process at the University of Lagos, candidates need to achieve a score of 200 or higher in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

    What is the UNILAG cut-off mark for medicine and surgery?

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    For you to gain admission into the university and do medicine and surgery programmes, you have to have a score merit of 86.875 points.

    How much is UNILAG masters tuition fees?

    The specific tuition fees for UNILAG master's programs can vary. You can contact the institution for further clarification.

    UNILAG cut-off mark will help you know if you are eligible to join the institution. UNILAG offers various programmes that those who meet the cut-off mark can apply. You can always contact the administration for further assistance.

    Legit.ng recently published information on how to use the NOUN portal. National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is an institution that has rolled out many long-distance and online learning programmes.

    These programmes are accessible via the NOUN portal. It is a user-friendly platform that allows any potential, new, or enrolled student to access quality education. You can use the portal to apply, register, and get admitted to the institution.

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