2025 ADMISSION: NIGERIAN VARSITIES MAY ACCEPT 140, 150, 160 JAMB SCORES – REPORT. (PHOTO)

 2025 Admission: Nigerian varsities may accept 140, 150, 160 JAMB scores – Report

The low pass rates in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), have left thousands of Nigerian students anxious and uncertain about their academic futures. The disappointing results have raised concerns among candidates aspiring to secure admission into top-tier universities, with many now reassessing their options amid heightened competition and expected adjustments to cut-off marks.

As the admission season approaches, students and parents are grappling with critical decisions regarding school choices, catchment areas, and departmental requirements. The uncertainty has driven candidates to explore alternative institutions and courses that align with their scores and career goals, as securing a university spot becomes increasingly urgent.

Online reports indicate that several universities will accept JAMB scores as low as 140, offering hope to candidates with lower results. These include Abia State University, Achievers University, Akwa Ibom State University, Al-Qalam University, American University of Nigeria, Augustine University, Babcock University, Bowen University, Covenant University, Edo University, Igbinedion University, and others such as Nile University of Nigeria, Redeemer’s University, and Veritas University.

Universities accepting scores of 150 and above include Adamawa State University, Ajayi Crowther University, Al-Hikmah University, Benson Idahosa University, Bingham University, Caritas University, and Mountain Top University, among others. Additionally, institutions like Admiralty University of Nigeria, Baze University, Delta State University, Federal University, Dutse, and Gombe State University are listed as accepting scores of 140 and above.

The reported flexibility in cut-off marks by these universities, particularly private and state institutions, provides options for students navigating the competitive admission landscape. However, the broader implications of the low pass rates continue to fuel discussions about educational standards and the pressures facing Nigeria’s tertiary admission process.