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University of Lagos (UNILAG)Courses, Portals & Admission Guide

Lagos State, Nigeria
UNILAG, University of Lagos, Akoka

NELFUND Loan

Approved

JAMB Cut-Off

200+

Highly competitive. Core courses require aggregates well above this minimum.

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦85k - ₦150k

Estimated federal tier pricing.

Acceptance Fee

₦30,000

2nd Choice

Not Accepted

Overview

The University of Lagos (UNILAG), popularly known as the 'University of First Choice and the Nation's Pride', is a top-tier federal institution located in Akoka, Lagos. Founded in 1962, it is renowned for its competitive academic environment, world-class research facilities, and massive alumni network.

Situated in the heart of Nigeria's commercial capital, UNILAG offers an unmatched student experience. The main campus borders the Lagos Lagoon, providing a beautiful backdrop to a vibrant social scene, tech hubs, and endless networking opportunities.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into UNILAG is highly competitive. Candidates are strongly advised to score well above the historical 200 JAMB baseline and prepare rigorously for the Post-UTME CBT screening, as aggregate scores determine final admission lists.

Admission Requirements

Minimum of 5 O'Level credits including English Language and Mathematics in not more than one sitting.

Popular UTME Subject Combinations

Medicine/Science: English, Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics. Law/Arts: English, Literature, plus two relevant Arts subjects. Engineering: English, Math, Physics, Chemistry.

Direct Entry Rules

Candidates must possess at least two A'Level passes or equivalent (JUPEB, Cambridge) in relevant subjects. OND/HND must be at Upper Credit level.

Post UTME Screening Format

UNILAG typically conducts a CBT aptitude test covering Math, English, and General Knowledge. Candidates must score at least 50% in this test to be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does UNILAG accept second choice?
No, University of Lagos strictly requires candidates to choose the institution as their first choice during JAMB registration.
Is UNILAG approved for the NELFUND student loan?
Yes, UNILAG is a fully accredited federal university and its students are eligible to apply for the NELFUND student loan scheme.
What is the general JAMB cut-off mark for UNILAG?
Historically, UNILAG sets a baseline cut-off of 200. However, highly competitive courses like Medicine, Law, and Engineering often require aggregate scores well above this minimum.

Campuses

Main Campus

Akoka, Yaba

College of Medicine

Idi-Araba, Surulere

School of Radiography Campus

Yaba, Yaba

Academic Faculties

Faculty of Arts
  • Creative Arts
  • English
  • French
  • Russian
  • History & Strategic Studies
  • Linguistic Igbo/Yoruba
  • Chinese
  • Philosophy
  • Christian Religious Studies
  • Islamic Religious Studies
College of Medicine
Faculty of Education
  • Adult Education
  • Education Economics
  • Business Education
  • Education Islamic Religious Studies
  • Education Igbo
  • Education English
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Education Yoruba
  • Education French
  • Education History
  • Education Christian Religious Studies
  • Education Geography
  • Educational Administration
  • Educational Foundations
  • Health Education
  • Human Kinetics Education
  • Education Biology
  • Education Chemistry
  • Education Home Economics
  • Integrated Science Education
  • Education Mathematics
  • Education Physics
  • Technology Education
Faculty of Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Chemical & Petroleum Engineering
  • Civil & Environmental Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metallurgical & Material Engineering
  • Surveying & Geoinformatics Engineering
  • Systems Engineering
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
  • Architecture
  • Building
  • Estate Management
  • Quantity Surveying
  • Urban & Regional Planning
Faculty of Law
  • Law
Faculty of Management Sciences
  • Accounting
  • Actuarial Science
  • Insurance
  • Business Administration
  • Finance
  • IRPM
Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Pharmacy
Faculty of Science
  • Botany
  • Cell Biology & Genetics
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Geology
  • Geophysics
  • Marine Biology
  • Fisheries
  • Mathematics
  • Industrial Mathematics
  • Statistics
  • Microbiology
  • Physics
  • Zoology
Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • Mass Communication
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Sociology

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