UNILAG Undergraduate Studies

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The University of Lagos, a renowned institution for prospective undergraduates, has evolved significantly since its establishment in 1962. Empirical data confirms its status as the University of First Choice and the Preferred University, a preference substantiated by its statistical appeal.

Graduating exceptional individuals who have achieved prominence locally and internationally, the university is hailed as the pride of the nation. Its evidence-based standing as the best in Nigeria is a testament to its commitment to academic excellence, research, visionary leadership, and a merit-driven admission process.

General admission requirements

Admission into FULL-TIME undergraduate programmes is ONLY through Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE).
Candidate must possess five (5) credits in O’Level or its equivalent as required by the Department of interest.
Candidates must obtain a minimum of 200 points in Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Candidate’s details must have been forwarded to University of Lagos by Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Candidate must sit for the University POST-UTME Examination and must obtain the required minimum score.
The University Admissions Office processes FULL-TIME admission into undergraduate programmes ONLY. Admission into other programmes like Foundation, Diploma, Distance Learning Institute (DLI), Post-graduate and evening programmes are handled by other organs of the University.
Candidate must have reached the AGE of SIXTEEN (16) by the 31st day of OCTOBER in the year of admission.

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