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Federal University, Lafia (FULafia)Courses, Portals & Admission Guide

Nasarawa State, Nigeria
FULafia, Federal University Lafia

NELFUND Loan

Approved

JAMB Cut-Off

170+

The general baseline cutoff is 170 for most programmes. However, the medical and health sciences operate on strict higher cut-offs: Human Anatomy and Physiology (200), Nursing and Radiography (210), Medical Laboratory Science (220), and Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) (230).

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦50k - ₦150k

As a Federal University, tuition is technically free, but students are required to pay consolidated municipal and service charges. Fresh students typically pay between ₦100,000 and ₦150,000 depending on their faculty (Science and Medical students pay higher due to laboratory and clinical fees). Returning students pay significantly less, generally ranging between ₦50,000 and ₦80,000.

Acceptance Fee

₦20,000

2nd Choice

Not Accepted

Overview

Federal University, Lafia (FULafia) is a prominent federal government-owned university located in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Established in 2011, FULafia has rapidly grown into a comprehensive institution featuring an incredibly robust academic structure. Moving beyond traditional boundaries, the university operates highly specialized standalone faculties such as the Faculty of Nursing, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Faculty of Computing, and Faculty of Radiography.

The university operates from a sprawling Permanent Site along Makurdi Road, offering a secure and academically focused environment. Campus life at FULafia is a blend of cultural diversity and intellectual rigor. Students enjoy access to growing infrastructure, active departmental associations, and unique programs like Glass and Silicate Technology and Petroleum Information Management.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into FULafia is highly competitive, particularly for its expanding health sciences and computing faculties. It is mandatory to make the university your first choice. If you are applying for competitive medical courses, take note of the strict high cut-offs ranging from 200 to 230 depending on the discipline. Taking the Post-UTME screening seriously is critical to boosting your final admission aggregate.

Admission Requirements

Candidates must select FULafia as their first choice, score at or above the specific departmental cut-off in the UTME, and possess at least five (5) O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including Mathematics and English Language, in not more than two (2) sittings.

Direct Entry Rules

Direct Entry candidates must choose FULafia as their first choice and possess a minimum of a Merit grade (for NCE) or a Lower Credit grade (for ND/HND) in a relevant discipline. They must also participate in the FULafia Post-UTME screening.

Post UTME Screening Format

FULafia conducts a Post-UTME screening exercise. Admission is based on a calculated aggregate score that factors in the candidate's JAMB score and their O'Level/Post-UTME screening performance. Candidates must correctly upload their O'Level results to JAMB CAPS.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Federal University Lafia accept second choice candidates?
No. Federal University, Lafia (FULafia) strictly requires all candidates to choose the institution as their first choice on JAMB CAPS. If you did not, you must apply for a 'Change of Institution'.
What is the general JAMB cut-off mark for FULafia?
The baseline cut-off mark is 170 for most courses. However, medical courses are much higher: Human Anatomy and Physiology require 200, Nursing and Radiography require 210, Medical Laboratory Science requires 220, and Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) requires a minimum of 230.
What are the Direct Entry requirements for FULafia?
Direct Entry candidates must select FULafia as their first choice and possess a minimum of a Merit grade (for NCE) or a Lower Credit grade (for ND/HND) in their respective fields.
Does FULafia offer Nursing and Medical Laboratory Science?
Yes. FULafia has highly specialized standalone faculties for these disciplines, including the Faculty of Nursing, Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science, and the Faculty of Radiography and Applied Health Sciences.

Campuses

Permanent Site

Makurdi Road, Lafia

Take-Off Campus

Obi Road, Lafia

Academic Faculties

Faculty of Agriculture
  • Agricultural Economics and Extension
  • Agronomy
  • Animal Science
  • Fisheries and Aquaculture
  • Forestry and Wildlife Management
Faculty of Arts
  • Arabic Studies
  • Christian Religious Studies
  • English and Literary Studies
  • French
  • Hausa Language
  • History and International Studies
  • Islamic Studies
  • Nigerian Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Theatre and Media Arts
  • Visual & Creative Arts
Faculty of Basic Medical Science
  • Anatomy Pathology and Forensic Medicine
  • Anesthesia
  • Human Anatomy
  • Human Physiology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Orthopedic
  • Pediatric
  • Psychiatric
  • Radiology
  • Surgery
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
  • Epidemiology and Community Medicine
Faculty of Computing
  • Computer Science
  • Cyber Security
  • Information Technology
Faculty of Education
  • Arts and Social Science Education
  • Business Education
  • Catering
  • Educational Foundation
  • Physics Education
  • Science Education
  • Special Needs and Rehabilitation Education
  • Vocational and Technical Education
Faculty of Environmental Design
  • Architecture
  • Building
  • Fine Arts
  • Geography
  • Glass and Silicate Technology
  • Industrial Design
  • Meteorological Unit
Faculty of Life Sciences
  • Biochemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Plant Science and Biotechnolgy
  • Science Laboratory Technology
  • Zoology
Faculty of Management Science
  • Accounting
  • Business Administration
  • Entrepreneurial Studies
  • Petroleum Information Management
  • Public Administration
Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science
  • Chemical Pathology and Immunology
  • Medical Laboratory Science
Faculty of Nursing
  • Nursing
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science
  • Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Faculty of Physical Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Geology
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Statistics
Faculty of Radiography and Applied Health Sciences
  • Radiography
Faculty of Social Science
  • Criminology and Security Studies
  • Economics
  • Library and Information Science
  • Mass Communication
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Sociology

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