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Does SWU write Post-UTME? Yes. The general JAMB cut-off mark is 140. Estimated school fees range from ₦610k to ₦633k, and the acceptance fee is ₦30,000. Verify all details on the Visit SWU website.
NELFUND Loan
Not Eligible
JAMB Cut-Off
140+
The baseline JAMB UTME cut-off mark is 140. This baseline grants access to foundational degree programmes across the university's faculties.
Post-UTME Form
₦10,000
Est. Tuition
₦610k - ₦633k
Undergraduate tuition is a flat rate of ₦610,000 across all listed departments (including Sciences and Management). When combined with the mandatory Development Fee (₦10,000) and Technology Fee (₦12,500), the total baseline fee is ₦632,500 per session. Fees are payable per session, semester, or quarter.
Acceptance Fee
₦30,000
2nd Choice
Accepted
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SWU Admission Requirements (O'Level & Direct Entry)
Direct Entry Rules
Direct Entry candidates (targeting 200-Level) must possess an ND/JUPEB at Lower Credit, or at least two A-Level passes. Candidates with an HND at Upper Credit may be admitted directly into 300-Level. The Top-Up/Conversion programme uniquely requires an NYSC Certificate, an HND (Lower Credit/Pass) or a 3rd Class University degree, and specific professional certifications for Management courses (e.g., ICAN, CIPM).
Post UTME Screening Format
The university conducts an on-campus screening and verification exercise that involves physical document verification and an administered written test (for Conversion students) at either the Main Campus in Okun-Owa or the Lagos Liaison office in Ikeja.
SWU Admission Cycle & Acceptance Trends
Post-UTME Cycle
Competitiveness
Southwestern University offers highly accessible admission to candidates meeting the fundamental 140 JAMB threshold, with the majority of applicants easily securing spots in the Faculties of Social Sciences and Pure & Applied Sciences.
ℹ️ Admission timelines and competitiveness information are based on historical patterns and verified institutional requirements. Exact dates, programme availability, and admission conditions may change by academic session.
🔗 For the latest application dates and admission updates, check the official admission portal.
SWU JAMB Subject Combination & Admission Requirements by Course
Step-by-step requirements, safe target scores, and subject combinations for specific courses.
Law (LL.B)Safe Target: 180 - 200Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Literature-in-English, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes in relevant Arts/Social Science subjects (e.g. Government, History, Economics)
- •ND/JUPEB at Lower Credit in a related discipline
Direct Entry candidates are typically considered for 200-Level. Confirm current DE placement policy for Law directly with the Faculty, since this is a newly approved programme.
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME and select Southwestern University as First Choice or process a JAMB Change of Institution if you selected another school first.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Literature-in-English, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Law is Southwestern University's newest faculty the LL.B programme received NUC accreditation to commence in November 2025, so there is no historical admission-competition data yet; treat this safe target range as a first-cohort estimate rather than a track record. NUC approval permits the university to run the LL.B degree full accreditation from the Council of Legal Education (which governs eligibility for the Nigerian Law School) is a distinct process, so confirm current CLE accreditation status directly with the Faculty of Law before enrolling.
Nursing ScienceSafe Target: 220 - 250High+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes in Biology/Zoology, Chemistry and Physics
- •Registered Nurse (RN) or equivalent professional qualification
DE routes for Nursing vary more than most courses nationally confirm SWU's specific DE entry point directly with the Faculty.
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics as your science subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) health science programmes are typically screened only at the Main Campus.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Nursing Science is one of the most competitive programmes nationally due to limited admission quotas set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), which also governs professional licensure after graduation. Confirm SWU's current NMCN accreditation status directly with the Faculty before enrolling a Nursing degree without NMCN accreditation does not qualify a graduate for licensure.
Medical Laboratory ScienceSafe Target: 210 - 240High+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes in Biology/Chemistry/Physics
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science Laboratory field
Confirm current DE placement policy directly with the Faculty.
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics as your science subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa).
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Medical Laboratory Science admission quotas and professional licensure are governed by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN). Confirm SWU's current MLSCN accreditation status directly with the Faculty before enrolling.
Environmental Health SciencesSafe Target: 180 - 210Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Environmental/Health Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Biology and Chemistry as compulsory science subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa).
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Environmental Health Officer practice in Nigeria is regulated by EHORECON (Environmental Health Officers Registration Council of Nigeria) confirm SWU's current professional accreditation status before enrolling.
Science Laboratory TechnologySafe Target: 170 - 200Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes in relevant science subjects
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related laboratory science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with any three science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and 3 relevant science subjects, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa).
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
A more accessible entry point into the sciences at Southwestern University, with flexible science-subject requirements compared to Nursing or Medical Laboratory Science.
Public HealthSafe Target: 180 - 210Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes in Biology, Chemistry, or a related science
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Health Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Biology and Chemistry as compulsory science subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa).
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Public Health currently appears in your data under both the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences and Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences course lists reconcile which faculty it should be filed under so it isn't listed twice.
Computer ScienceSafe Target: 200 - 220High+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Mathematics and Physics
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in Computer Science or a related field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Physics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Computer Science is consistently one of the most sought-after programmes nationally, so demand at Southwestern runs above the university's overall accessible baseline.
BiochemistrySafe Target: 190 - 220High+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Chemistry and Biology
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Chemistry and Biology as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
A popular pathway for candidates originally aiming for Medicine or the health sciences, so competition runs above the university's overall baseline.
MicrobiologySafe Target: 190 - 210High+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Biology and Chemistry
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Biology and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
One of the more consistently popular science programmes nationally, running above the university's overall accessible baseline.
ChemistrySafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Chemistry
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Chemistry and Physics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
A more accessible science entry point at Southwestern relative to the biomedical-track courses.
Industrial ChemistrySafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Chemistry
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Chemistry and Physics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Same admission profile as Chemistry, with an applied/industrial focus in the curriculum.
BiologySafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Biology
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Biology and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
One of the more accessible science entry points at Southwestern University.
PhysicsSafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Physics and Mathematics
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
One of the more accessible science entry points at Southwestern University.
Physics with ElectronicsSafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Physics and Mathematics
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science/Engineering field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Same admission profile as Physics, with an applied electronics focus in the curriculum. Your data also lists 'Applied Physics' as a separate course confirm with the Faculty whether this is a distinct programme or a naming duplicate of Physics/Physics with Electronics before publishing both.
MathematicsSafe Target: 150 - 180Low+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Mathematics
- •ND (Upper Credit) in a related Science field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Physics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Typically one of the least competitive science programmes nationally, close to the university's overall accessible baseline.
Mass CommunicationSafe Target: 190 - 210High+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes in relevant Arts/Social Science subjects
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in Mass Communication or a related field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
One of the most consistently sought-after Social Sciences programmes nationally, so demand runs above the university's overall accessible baseline.
AccountingSafe Target: 170 - 200Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Economics or Accounting
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in Accounting or a related field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Mathematics and Economics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Economics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
A steadily in-demand Management Sciences programme; also a common entry point for candidates targeting SWU's HND Top-Up/Conversion programme later, per your existing data on that track.
Business AdministrationSafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Economics or a related subject
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in a related Management field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Mathematics and Economics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Economics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
One of the more accessible Management Sciences programmes at Southwestern University.
EconomicsSafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Economics
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in a related field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Mathematics and Economics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Economics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
One of the more accessible Management Sciences programmes at Southwestern University.
International RelationsSafe Target: 170 - 200Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Government, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Government
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in a related field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Government as a compulsory subject, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Government, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Also offered at Postgraduate level (MIR) at Southwestern, per your existing academic_structure data.
Political ScienceSafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Government, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Government
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in a related field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Government as a compulsory subject, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Government, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
One of the more accessible Social Sciences programmes at Southwestern University.
Banking & FinanceSafe Target: 170 - 200Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Economics or Accounting
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in a related Management field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Mathematics and Economics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Economics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
Same admission profile as Accounting, with a finance-sector focus in the curriculum.
MarketingSafe Target: 150 - 180Low+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Economics or a related subject
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in a related Management field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Mathematics and Economics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Economics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
One of the most accessible Management Sciences programmes at Southwestern University.
Management Information ScienceSafe Target: 160 - 190Moderate+
5 credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, in not more than 2 sitting(s).
- •Two (2) A' Level passes including Economics or Mathematics
- •ND/HND (Upper Credit) in a related field
- 1Score within the safe target range on JAMB UTME with Mathematics and Economics as compulsory subjects, and select Southwestern University as First Choice.
- 2Ensure your O'Level result contains 5 credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and Economics, in not more than 2 sittings.
- 3Apply via the official admission portal (mysun.edu.ng) and pay the ₦10,000 Post-UTME screening fee.
- 4Attend the on-campus physical verification and document screening at the Main Campus (Okun-Owa) or the Lagos Liaison Office (Ikeja) conducted only on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- 5Pay the ₦30,000 acceptance fee once offered provisional admission to secure your matriculation spot.
- 6Complete hostel registration accommodation is compulsory for undergraduates, and at least 25% of total fees must be paid to secure a bed space.
A blend of Management Sciences and Computing verify the exact departmental home and curriculum focus directly with the Faculty, as this combination varies more by institution than most courses.
About SWU & Campus Life
Southwestern University (SWU) is a fast-growing private tertiary institution located in Okun-Owa, Ogun State, along the Sagamu-Benin Expressway. Established in 2012, the university is committed to providing a conducive learning environment that promotes academic excellence, research, and entrepreneurial skills. Fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC), SWU offers diverse undergraduate, postgraduate, and specialized Top-Up programs across the Faculties of Pure and Applied Sciences, Social and Management Sciences, and Law.
Campus life at Southwestern University is structured around a mandatory residential policy, which provides students with a secure, highly focused, and distraction-free learning environment. The Okun-Owa campus features modern lecture halls, well-equipped science laboratories, and ICT facilities. The close-knit campus community ensures students have direct access to faculty mentorship and numerous extracurricular developmental activities.
💡 Pro Tip: Admissions at Southwestern University are student-friendly and highly accessible. Candidates who meet the baseline 140 JAMB cut-off mark are encouraged to apply via the university's portal (mysun.edu.ng) and attend physical verification on Mondays or Wednesdays. For graduates dissatisfied with their grades, SWU's Top-Up program is a prime opportunity for HND and 3rd Class degree holders to upgrade their certification.
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Admission Hack
Southwestern University acts as a superb Plan B for standard degree candidates due to its highly accessible 140 JAMB cut-off. If you score 140+, processing a 'Change of Institution' practically guarantees admission. However, their absolute best 'hack' is the HND Top-Up/Upgrade Programme. If you graduated with a 3rd Class from any university or have an HND, SWU provides a direct lifeline to upgrade to a better B.Sc. grade. Just ensure you have your NYSC certificate and relevant professional certs (like ICAN or CIPM) if applying for Management conversions.
Campus Survival
The university operates a compulsory residential policy for undergraduates. Located along the Sagamu-Benin Expressway, Okun-Owa is a relatively quiet area. Staying on-campus saves you from major transportation stress and integrates you seamlessly into the university's academic rhythm. Ensure you pay at least 25% of your total fees early, as it is a prerequisite for getting your hostel bed space.
SWU Campuses
Main Campus
KM 20, Sagamu-Benin Expressway, Okun-Owa, Odogbolu
Lagos Liaison/City Campus
4, Olaide Tomori Street, Off Simbiat Abiola Way, Ikeja, Ikeja
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