EDUCATION: UNIVERSITIES THAT OFFERS ADMISSION WITHOUT UTME.

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By Victor Olubiye

     JAMB (Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board) is the official body that conducts the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) 
   There are several alternative ways of gaining admission into Nigerian universities without UTME.Some of these include:

1)Direct Entry(DE):This is a mode of admission that allows candidates who have relevant qualifications such as National Diploma(ND),Higher National Diploma(HND),Nigeria Certificate in Education(NCE),or Bachelor’s degree to apply for admission into 200 level of their chosen course in any university that accepts DE.Candidates who wish to apply for DE must obtain the DE form from JAMB and also register for the DE screening exercise conducted by the respective universities.However, DE candidates do not need to sit for the UTME or meet the cut-off mark for their chosen course or institution.

2)Inter-University Transfer:This is a mode of admission that allows candidates who are already enrolled in a university to transfer to another university that offers the same or similar course.Candidates who wish to apply for inter-university transfer must meet the requirements and conditions of both the sending and receiving universities,such as having a good academic record,obtaining the consent of the parent or guardian,paying the transfer fees,and completing the transfer form.However,inter-university transfer candidates do not need to sit for the UTME or meet the cut-off mark for their chosen course or institution.

3)Pre-Degree or Remedial Programmes:These are programmes that are designed to prepare candidates who do not have the required O’level credits or UTME score for admission into 100 level of their chosen course in any university that offers the programmes.Candidates who wish to apply for pre-degree or remedial programmes must register and pay the fees for the programmes,attend the lectures and tutorials,and write the final examinations.Candidates who pass the final examinations and also meet the cut-off mark for their chosen course or institution will be offered admission into 100 level.However,pre-degree or remedial candidates do not need to sit for the UTME or meet the cut-off mark for their chosen course or institution.

4)Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board(JUPEB) or Interim Joint Matriculation Board(IJMB):These are advanced level programmes that are equivalent to the A’level or Cambridge A’level.They are offered by some universities in collaboration with JUPEB or IJMB.Candidates who wish to apply for JUPEB or IJMB programmes must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the programmes,attend the lectures and tutorials,and write the final examinations.Candidates who pass the final examinations and also meet the cut-off mark for their chosen course or institution will be offered admission into 200 level.However,JUPEB or IJMB candidates do not need to sit for the UTME or meet the cut-off mark for their chosen course or institution.

5)Private Universities:These are universities that are owned and funded by private individuals or organizations.They are usually more expensive and less competitive than public universities.Some private universities offer admission without UTME to candidates who have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the admission screening exercise,and pass the screening test or interview.However,private university candidates do not need to sit for the UTME or meet the cut-off mark.

  LIST OF UNIVERSITIES THAT OFFERS ADMISSION WITHOUT UTME


    National Open University of Nigeria(NOUN):NOUN is a federal open and distance learning institution that offers various programmes at undergraduate,postgraduate,and certificate levels.NOUN does not require UTME results or cut-off marks for admission.Candidates who wish to apply for NOUN must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the application form,and choose their preferred study centre and programme.NOUN has study centres across the country and operates a flexible and convenient mode of learning.


   Babcock University,Ilishan-Remo:Babcock is a private Christian university that offers various programmes at undergraduate,postgraduate,and diploma levels.Babcock does not require UTME results or cut-off marks for admission.Candidates who wish to apply for Babcock must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the admission screening exercise,and pass the screening test or interview.Babcock has a serene and conducive campus and operates a high academic standard and moral discipline.


    Madonna University,Okija:Madonna is a private Catholic university that offers various programmes at undergraduate,postgraduate,and diploma levels.Madonna does not require UTME results or cut-off marks for admission.Candidates who wish to apply for Madonna must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the admission screening exercise,and pass the screening test or interview.Madonna has three campuses in Okija,Elele,and Akpugo and operates a strict academic and religious policy.


    Igbinedion University,Okada:Igbinedion is a private university that offers various programmes at undergraduate,postgraduate,and diploma levels.Igbinedion does not require UTME results or cut-off marks for admission.Candidates who wish to apply for Igbinedion must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the admission screening exercise,and pass the screening test or interview.Igbinedion has a modern and well-equipped campus and operates a competitive and innovative academic system.


   BowenUniversity,Iwo:Bowen is a private Baptist university that offers various programmes at undergraduate,postgraduate,and diploma levels.Bowen does not require UTME results or cut-off marks for admission.Candidates who wish to apply for Bowen must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the admission screening exercise,and pass the screening test or interview.Bowen has a beautiful and peaceful campus and operates a quality and holistic academic programme.


   Pan-Atlantic University,Lagos:Pan-Atlantic is a private university that offers various programmes at undergraduate,postgraduate,and diploma levels.Pan-Atlantic does not require JAMB results or cut-off marks for admission.Candidates who wish to apply for Pan-Atlantic must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the admission screening exercise,and pass the screening test or interview.Pan-Atlantic has two campuses in Lekki and Ibeju.


   Benson Idahosa University,Benin  City:Benson Idahosa is a private Christian university that offers various programmes at undergraduate,postgraduate, and diploma levels.Benson Idahosa does not  require JAMB results or cut-off marks for admission.Candidates who wish  to apply for Benson Idahosa must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the admission screening exercise,and pass the screening test or interview.Benson Idahosa has a spacious and green campus and operates a vibrant and impactful academic vision.


   Redeemer’s University,Ede:Redeemer’s is a private Christian university that offers various programmes at undergraduate,postgraduate,and diploma levels.Redeemer’s does not require JAMB results or cut-off marks for admission.Candidates who wish to apply for Redeemer’s must have atleast five O’level credits in relevant subjects,register and pay the fees for the admission screening exercise,and pass the screening test or interview.Redeemer’s has a state-of-the-art and eco-friendly campus and operates a world-class and faith-based academic mission.
    WISH YOU BEST OF LUCK AHEAD 

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