Olabisi Onabanjo university cut off mark

If you are seeking admission into Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) for the 2026/2027 academic session, the official general JAMB cut-off mark is 160.

Scoring 160 or above in your Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) qualifies you to purchase the OOU Post-UTME screening form. However, meeting this baseline does not automatically guarantee admission. OOU is highly competitive, and specific courses like Medicine, Law, and Engineering require significantly higher scores known as departmental cut-off marks.

OOU Departmental Cut-Off Marks 2026/2027

While 160 makes you eligible for the screening, your actual target should be the departmental cut-off for your specific course. Below is the approved breakdown of the expected minimum UTME scores for highly sought-after programs:

• Medicine & Surgery: 270 and above
• Law (Civil Law): 250 and above
• Nursing Science & Pharmacy: 240 and above
• Medical Laboratory Science: 220 and above
• Accounting & Mass Communication: 200 - 220 and above
• Computer Science & Engineering: 200 and above
• Biological & Physical Sciences: 170 - 180 and above
• Education, Agriculture & Arts: 160 and above

Pro Tip: If your score is exactly 160 and you applied for a highly competitive course like Nursing, you may want to consider a change of course. Visit the full Olabisi Onabanjo University Profile on admitNode to instantly compare faculty requirements and find alternative programs that match your exact JAMB score.

How OOU Calculates Your Admission Aggregate

OOU uses a 50:50 composite scoring system. Your final admission chance is not based on your JAMB score alone, but a combination of your JAMB and Post-UTME screening performance.

The official OOU aggregate calculation formula is:

[(JAMB Score ÷ 8) + (Post-UTME Score ÷ 2)] = Final Aggregate Percentage

• JAMB Contribution: Your JAMB score (out of 400) is divided by 8 to give a maximum of 50%.
• Post-UTME Contribution: Your Post-UTME score (out of 100) is divided by 2 to give a maximum of 50%.
• Total: The sum of both gives your final aggregate out of 100%. A minimum final aggregate of 40% is usually required to be eligible for full-time admission consideration.

Post-UTME Eligibility & Admission Requirements

To successfully secure your admission, you must meet the following strict criteria set by the university management:

• First Choice Institution: OOU does not accept second-choice candidates. You must have selected Olabisi Onabanjo University as your first choice on the JAMB CAPS portal.
• O'Level Requirements: You must possess at least five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects (including Mathematics and English Language) in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB at no more than two sittings.
• CAPS Upload: Your O'Level results must be uploaded directly to the JAMB CAPS portal. Candidates who fail to upload their results will not be offered admission.
• Age Limit: You must be at least 16 years of age by September of the admission year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What course can I study with 160 in OOU?

With a score of 160, you can study less competitive courses in the Faculties of Agriculture (e.g., Crop Production, Fisheries), Education (e.g., Business Education, Health Education), and Arts (e.g., Christian Religious Studies, Islamic Studies).

Can I get admission with 180?

Yes. A score of 180 is solid for courses in Sciences (like Applied Zoology or Plant Science), Arts, Agriculture, and some Management courses. However, it is too low for flagship programs like Medicine, Law, or Nursing.

Does OOU accept a D7 in Mathematics?

No. OOU strictly requires a minimum of a Credit (C6) in Mathematics for all standard degree programs, regardless of the faculty.

How are OOU school fees structured?

For the 2026 session, school fees range from ₦190,000 for Arts and Education courses to ₦350,000 for Medicine and Nursing. A non-refundable acceptance fee of ₦75,000 is also required. Fees are paid per session (yearly), not per semester, and the university does not allow installment payments.

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