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Congratulations! You’ve seen your name on the admission list. But getting admitted is only the first step. To secure your spot, you must navigate the acceptance fee payment and the online screening (clearance) process.
This guide breaks down exactly what you need to do to avoid common mistakes that cost candidates their admission every year.
Thinking about getting a degree from the prestigious University of Ibadan (UI) but can’t commit to full-time, on-campus study? The UI Distance Learning Centre (UIDLC) is your best alternative.
This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the admission process, requirements, fees, and mode of learning. Whether you are an O’Level applicant or a professional looking for Fast Track entry, here is everything you need to know.
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Today is a very special day—it’s my Convocation Day! I’m officially finishing my Master’s degree. While I get ready and do this makeup look, I want to take you on a journey through my experience. It wasn’t a dream come true; it was a struggle. From sleeping in classrooms to staying in male hostels, I’m going to tell you the raw truth about my time at the University of Lagos (UNILAG).
Admission to a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) program via the Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) is one of the most competitive Direct Entry (DE) routes in Nigeria. For the 2025/2026 academic session, universities have tightened their requirements, with some top-tier institutions no longer accepting IJMB for high-competition medical courses.
Below is the updated list and specific requirements for universities accepting IJMB for Pharmacy in 2026.
While most Northern and many Federal universities remain open to IJMB candidates, there are significant updates for Southern “Ivy League” schools.
| University | Status (2025/2026) | Minimum IJMB Points Needed |
| Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) | Accepts | 10 – 12 Points |
| University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) | Accepts | 12 – 14 Points |
| University of Benin (UNIBEN) | Accepts | 12+ Points |
| University of Jos (UNIJOS) | Accepts | 11+ Points |
| University of Nigeria (UNN) | Accepts | 12 – 13 Points |
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | Closed for IJMB | Only accepts JUPEB or UNILAG Foundation |
| University of Ibadan (UI) | Closed for IJMB | Does not accept IJMB/JUPEB for DE |
IJMB Requirement: Minimum of 12 points in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.
O’Level: Must have 5 credits in ONE SITTING for Pharmacy.
IJMB Requirement: UNIBEN typically requires at least 12 points.
Constraints: They do not accept Mathematics as a substitute for Physics in Pharmacy.
Degree Holders: Accepts B.Sc. (Second Class Upper) in related science fields.
Only accepts JUPEB or UNILAG Foundation
IJMB Requirement: Three ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry, Biology/Zoology/Botany, and Physics.
O’Level: Must satisfy UTME requirements in no more than two sittings.
Link: UNN Faculty of Pharmacy
IJMB Requirement: At least 10 points in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Note: ABU is the primary moderator of IJMB, making it the “home” for IJMB candidates.
IJMB Requirement: UNIBEN typically requires at least 12 points.
Constraints: They do not accept Mathematics as a substitute for Physics in Pharmacy.
Degree Holders: Accepts B.Sc. (Second Class Upper) in related science fields.
Warning: As of the 2025/2026 session, UNILAG does not accept IJMB for Pharmacy. They strictly accept their own Foundation Program (JUPEB) or very high-grade B.Sc. degrees in related fields.
Warning: UI does not accept IJMB or JUPEB for Direct Entry. Admission into Pharmacy at UI is almost exclusively through UTME or for candidates with a previous first degree from a recognized university.
To see if you qualify for the 12–14 point threshold, use this scale:
A = 5 Points
B = 4 Points
C = 3 Points
D = 2 Points
E = 1 Point
F = 0 Points
Bonus: 1 extra point is added if you have no “F” in your three subjects.
JAMB DE Registration: Even with your IJMB result, you must register for JAMB Direct Entry and select your chosen school as the first choice.
O’Level Single Sitting: Most top schools (UNILORIN, UNN, UNIBEN) now insist on one sitting for O’Level results when applying for Pharmacy.
Verification: Ensure your IJMB result is verified and uploaded to the JAMB CAPS portal.
If your IJMB score falls between 5 and 9 points, you may find it difficult to get into top federal universities for Pharmacy. However, several high-quality private universities in Nigeria offer a “Plan B” route. These institutions are often more flexible with points while still maintaining Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) accreditation.
Below is your “Plan B” list for the 2025/2026 session, including the estimated points and tuition expectations.
| University | Location | Estimated IJMB Points | 2025/2026 Tuition (Approx.) |
| Madonna University | Elele, Rivers | 7 – 9 Points | ₦2,500,000 – ₦2,800,000 |
| Igbinedion University | Okada, Edo | 6 – 8 Points | ₦3,000,000 – ₦3,500,000 |
| Lead City University | Ibadan, Oyo | 5 – 7 Points | ₦2,000,000 – ₦2,500,000 |
| Al-Hikmah University | Ilorin, Kwara | 5 – 8 Points | ₦1,500,000 – ₦2,000,000 |
| Bingham University | Karu, Nasarawa | 7 – 9 Points | ₦2,200,000 – ₦2,600,000 |
| Achievers University | Owo, Ondo | 5 – 7 Points | ₦1,800,000 – ₦2,200,000 |
Madonna is famous for its strict discipline and was one of the first private universities to offer Pharmacy in Nigeria. They are generally more interested in your O’Level foundations (Maths, English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology) than a high IJMB score.
Pro Tip: They often require an oral interview for Direct Entry candidates.
IUO has a very established College of Pharmacy. While their tuition is on the higher side, they have a “special consideration” policy for IJMB students who show strong potential in their O’Level results even if their ‘A’ Level points are mid-range (6–8).
These schools are excellent for students on a tighter budget compared to the “mega” private universities. They are known for faster processing of Direct Entry applications and often accept 5–7 points for Pharmacy, provided you have good grades in Chemistry and Biology.
If you have 5 or 6 points, some of these universities may not admit you directly into 200 Level Pharmacy. Instead, they might offer you:
Transfer Option: Admission into 100 Level (skipping JAMB UTME) so you don’t lose the year.
Related Science Entry: Admission into Biochemistry or Microbiology with an option to transfer to Pharmacy in 200 Level if you maintain a high CGPA (usually 4.0/5.0).
Before paying your acceptance fee at any “Plan B” school, always verify their current status on the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) Accredited Schools List. Accreditation can change, and you cannot be licensed as a pharmacist if your school loses its status.
While the university experience is often synonymous with personal freedom, several Nigerian institutions—both public and private—have implemented mandatory uniforms or strict professional dress codes. As of 2026, these policies have become even more formalized to curb “indecent dressing” and enhance campus security.
Below is the verified and updated list of universities that require students to wear uniforms or adhere to a mandatory departmental dress code.
Nigerian universities rank the students’ overall performance in bachelor’s degree programmes using a degree classification system.
This degree classification determines the overall performance of students throughout their duration of the study. It is also relevant for employment and admission prospects.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) approved a new grading system for universities. Rather than the five-point Grading Scale for Classification of Degrees, NUC directed all universities in 2017 to adopt the four-point scale.
This increases the GPA requirements for graduation, thereby eliminating the ‘PASS’ class of degrees.
Under the four-point system, scores are graded using the letter grades:
A: (70 and above)- 4
B: (60- 69%)- 3
C: (50- 59%)- 2
D: (45-49%)- 1
E: (40-44%)- 0
The four-point grading scale for degrees’ classification is as follows:
First Class Honours: 3.5 – 4.00
Second Class Honours (Upper Division): 3.0 – 3.49
Second Class Honours (Lower Division): 2.0 – 2.99
Third Class Honours: 1.0 – 1.99
Students with less than 1.0 CGPA will not be awarded a degree.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) directed universities to implement the five-point grading system against four-point.
The five-point grading scale for degrees’ classification is as follows:
First Class: 4.50 – 5.00
Second Class Honours (Upper Division): 3.5 – 4.49
Second Class Honours (Lower Division): 2.40 – 3.49
Third Class Honours: 1.50 – 2.39
Pass degree: 1.00 – 1.49
In 2017, the Directors of Academic Planning reached a decision that universities should adopt the 4-point grading system.
Vice Chancellors were, however, instructed to revert to the five-point scale from the 2018/2019 academic session.
The grading systems implemented across universities in the country have not been uniformed.
NUC explained that the grading system was changed to five-point because the four-point made it easier for students to graduate with First Class and several universities found it challenging to ensure that students acquire the average class of degree.
As of late 2024, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu assumed office as the substantive 9th Executive Secretary of the NUC. Under his leadership, the commission is focused on the full implementation of the CCMAS and upgrading university infrastructure to match international trends.
National Universities Commission (NUC): The official regulatory body for universities in Nigeria.
NUC CCMAS Portal: Detailed curriculum and grading standards for all academic disciplines.
Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB): For information on university entry requirements.
The 5-point grading system is the most commonly used grading system by Nigerian universities.
| Percentage | Letter | GPA |
| 70-100 | A | 5 |
| 60-69 | B | 4 |
| 50-59 | C | 3 |
| 45-49 | D | 2 |
| 40-44 | E | 1 |
| 0-39 | F | 0 |
Here are the ranges of CGPA for the five-point scale:
First Class: 4.50 – 5.00
Second Class Honours (Upper Division): 3.5 – 4.49
Second Class Honours (Lower Division): 2.40 – 3.49
Third Class Honours: 1.50 – 2.39
Pass degree: 1.00 – 1.49
The difference between the old and new grading systems in Nigerian universities is in the classification of degrees.
While the four-point scale starts with 4 and doesn’t award a degree to CGPA less than 1.0, the five-point scale treats the ‘A’ grade as 5.
The CGPA Grading System in Nigerian Universities: How is it Done?
The CGPA scale in universities calculates a student’s performance in assessments and semester examinations for every course enrolled in.
A student’s overall performance in courses is classified into letter grades (A, B, C, D, E, and F).
These letter grades represent the range of scores. Each letter grade has a grade point.
The table below explains the grade point:
| Score | Letter Grade | Grade Point (GP) |
| 70% and above | A | 5 |
| 60-69 | B | 4 |
| 50-59 | C | 3 |
| 45-49 | D | 2 |
| 40-44 | E | 1 |
| 0-39 | F | 0 |
Every subject has a number of Credit Units (CU). To obtain the Quality Points (QP), the Credit Units (CU) will be multiplied by the Grade Point (GP) for a particular course.
For instance, if a student scores 75% in a 3 Credit Unit course, the Quality Points for the student will be derived by multiplying the Grade Point (B= 4) by the number of Credit Unit, i.e., 3 x 4 = 12.
The Grade Point Average (GPA) is derived through the following way: Divide the Total Quality Point (TQP) by the Total Credit Unit (TCU) for the semester.
For example, if a student earns 54 Quality Points, in a semester, for 18 Credit Units, the Grade Point Average (GPA) will be 54/18 = 3.0.
The Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) can be derived by adding the Total Quality Points (TQP) for all semesters and dividing it by the Total Credit Units (TCU) for all semesters.
For example, the CGPA of a student, who earned a Quality Point of 54, in a semester, for 18 Credit Units and earned a Quality Point of 62, in the second semester, for 20 Credit Units, will be calculated as thus:
CGPA= (54 + 62) / (18 + 20) = 116/38 = 3.05
Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated by dividing the total number of Grade Points by the number of Course Units in a semester.
GPA and CGPA both refer to a student’s average grades. However, GPA is for shorter periods, such as the average for a semester.
The cumulative grade point average (CGPA) is a measure of a student’s overall academic performance.
This means that all grades from all semesters are included. Your Class of Honor is determined by your CGPA– for example, First Class, Second Class Upper, and so on.
University education is usually run for 4-5 years. The duration of the programme depends on the course. However, courses such as Medicine and Law are studied for more than five years.
The length of study depends on the course and the mode of entry.
4-Year Courses: Most Social Sciences, Arts, and Management courses (e.g., Economics, Mass Communication, Computer Science).
5-Year Courses: Engineering, Agriculture, Pharmacy, Law, and Medical Laboratory Science.
6-Year Courses: Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) and Veterinary Medicine.
Direct Entry (DE): Students with a Diploma or NCE enter at the 200 Level, reducing their study time by one year.
Here are some of the courses that are run for five years in the university:
Here are some of the courses that are run for four years in the university:
Direct Entry (DE) students usually study four year degree programmes for three years and five year degree programmes for four years. This is because they joined regular students in their 200 level.
First Class: 4.50 – 5.00
Second Class Honours (Upper Division): 3.5 – 4.49
Second Class Honours (Lower Division): 2.40 – 3.49
Third Class Honours: 1.50 – 2.39
Pass degree: 1.00 – 1.49
Applications are officially invited from qualified candidates for the Lagos State University 2025/2026 Admission Screening Exercise. This specific “Stream 2” program allows students to earn their traditional degree alongside a Certificate in Entrepreneurship.
Mandatory Requirement: This screening is a prerequisite for admission into any B.Sc./B.A. program with Entrepreneurship.
Tuition Fee: The fee for “Regular with Comprehensive Entrepreneurship” is ₦150,000.00 per annum (fixed for the duration of the course).
Acceptance Fee Commitment: Successful candidates are often required to pay a 50% commitment fee of the tuition to secure their slot on a first-come, first-served basis.
UTME Cut-off Mark: Candidates must have chosen LASU as their First Choice and scored a minimum of 195 in the 2025 UTME.
Age Requirement: Candidates must be at least 16 years of age by September 30, 2025.
Lagos State Indigenes: Candidates of Lagos origin must have completed the Independent Indigeneship Verification (IIVC) process. Their status will be automatically validated on the portal.
O’Level Requirements: Five (5) O’Level credits (including English and Mathematics) in a maximum of two sittings.
Note: Medicine (MBBS) and Dentistry (BDS) still require one sitting only.
For the 2025/2026 session, LASU has expanded its faculties. Candidates can apply for programs in the following areas:
Arts: Linguistics, Peace Studies, Portuguese/English, and more.
Communication & Media Studies: Now a full faculty (formerly School of Communication).
Engineering: Now includes Industrial Engineering and Civil Engineering.
Environmental Sciences: A new faculty featuring Architecture, Estate Management, and Surveying.
Management Sciences: Now includes Taxation.
Science: Features the new Science Laboratory Technology (SLT) program.
College of Medicine: Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Physiotherapy.
S/N |
FACULTY | DEPARTMENT |
| 1. | ARTS | – Arabic Language
– Christian Studies – English Language – French Language – History & International Studies – Islamic Studies – Music – Peace Studies – Philosophy – Portuguese / English – Theatre Arts – Yoruba |
| 2. | EDUCATION | – Arabic Education
– Biology Education – Business Education – Chemistry Education – Christian Religious Studies Education – Computer Science Education – Early Childhood Education – Economics Education – Educational Management – Educational Technology – English Education – French Education – Geography Education – Guidance & Counselling – Health Education – History Education – Islamic Studies Education – Mathematics Education – Physical & Health Education – Physics Education – Political Science Education – Yoruba Education |
| 3. | SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE | – Agriculture |
| 4. | MANAGEMENT SCIENCES | – Accounting
– Banking & Finance – Business Administration – Industrial Relations & Personnel Management – Insurance – Local Government Development & Administration – Management Technology – Marketing – Public Administration |
| 5. | SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION | – Mass Communication |
| 6. | SCIENCE | – Biochemistry
– Botany – Chemistry – Computer Science – Fisheries & Aquatic Biology – Mathematics – Microbiology – Physics – Zoology |
| 7. | SOCIAL SCIENCES | – Economics
– Geography & Planning – Political Science – Psychology – Sociology |
| 8. | SCHOOL OF TRANSPORT | – Transport |
| 9. | ENGINEERING | – Aeronautic & Astronautic Engineering
– Chemical & Polymer Engineering – Electronics & Computer Engineering – Mechanical Engineering |
LASU uses a digital point system combining your UTME and O’Level results. No physical Post-UTME exam is required.
| O’Level Grade | Point Value |
| A1 | 10 |
| B2 | 9 |
| B3 | 8 |
| C4 | 7 |
| C5 | 6 |
| C6 | 5 |
Aggregate Formula: $\text{Aggregate Score} = (\frac{\text{UTME Score}}{8}) + \text{O’Level Points}$ Maximum obtainable points: 100.
Visit the LASU Official Website.
Navigate to Student > New Applicants > UTME/DE Screening.
Click on UTME Candidate Login.
Enter your JAMB Registration Number and Surname.
Payment: Generate a transaction ID and pay the ₦2,000 screening fee (plus any ICT service charges) via the automated Remita/Payment portal.
Screening Form: After payment, return to the dashboard and select “Regular with Entrepreneurship” from the drop-down menu.
Upload Credentials: Upload your JAMB result slip and O’Level result(s). Ensure each file is a PDF not exceeding 30KB.
Support Email: screeningsupport@lasu.edu.ng
Preparing for the 2025/2026 LASU Online Screening requires careful attention to detail, especially regarding the strict digital file constraints. The portal is notorious for rejecting files that are even slightly over the 30KB limit.
Below is your essential document checklist and a “cheat sheet” for compressing your files to ensure a smooth application.
📋 2025/2026 Screening Document Checklist
Before you log in to the LASU Service Portal, ensure you have digital copies of the following:
JAMB Result Slip: The official 2025 UTME result notification showing your score (Min. 195 for Stream 2).
O’Level Result(s): WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB statements of result or certificates.
Note: If you are using two sittings, you must have both results ready as separate files.
Recent Passport Photograph: While not always required for the initial screening step, it is vital for the LACACA (Central Admissions Clearance) stage that follows.
IIVC Clearance Certificate: For Lagos State Indigenes only. You must have your validated clearance number from the Indigeneship Committee.
A standard PDF of a scanned result is usually 200KB to 1MB. To get this down to 30KB without making the text unreadable, follow these steps:
Upload your document and select “Extreme Compression” (Less quality, high compression).
If the result is still over 30KB, try converting the PDF to a JPG, resizing the image to about 800px width, and then converting it back to a PDF.
Open a blank Word document and insert your result as a picture.
Right-click the image and select “Compress Pictures.”
Choose “E-mail (96 ppi): minimize document size for sharing.”
Save the Word file as a PDF, ensuring you select “Minimum size (publishing online)” in the save options.
Warning: If your uploaded result is blurry or unreadable due to over-compression, the admission office may flag your application. Always double-check the “Temporary Self-Screening Report” after uploading to see if your details are clear.
Portal Re-opening: The second round for Stream 2 (Regular with Entrepreneurship) typically remains open for a short window after the first batch merit list is released.
JAMB CAPS: You must upload your O’Level results to the JAMB CAPS Portal simultaneously, or LASU will be unable to offer you admission even if you pass the screening.
LIST OF ACCREDITED COURSES (Regular student with Comprehensive Entrepreneurship)
2021/2022 LASU POST UTME ONLINE PAYMENT REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
STEP I
STEP II
STEP III
Note that any examination taken after July 2021 is not acceptable.
STEP IV
STEP V
| OLEVEL SSCE (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) GRADING POINTS | |
| GRADE | POINT |
| A1 | 10 |
| A2 (B2) | 9 |
| B3
A3 (B3) |
8 |
| C4 | 7 |
| C5 | 6 |
| C6 | 5 |
| TOTAL OBTAINABLE | 50 % |
Candidates should know that both payment and registration/updating for the second round has commenced.
All Online Screening complaints should be channeled to screeningsupport@lasu.edu.ng
Lagos State University (LASU) is one of the premier learning institutions in Nigeria, offering a wide range of academic programs to students from diverse backgrounds. The university has implemented a user-friendly online portal to streamline various processes, including course registration, fee payment, and access to academic records. This portal is of utmost importance for both students and faculty members, as it provides a centralized platform for efficient communication and management of academic activities. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the essential steps and requirements for LASU course registration, specifically tailored for new students.
Professor Onyemachi M. Ogbulu, the Vice-Chancellor of Abia State University, has generously permitted the re-opening of the University Portal to allow students who were unable to complete their registration requirements in the 2020/2021 academic session to do so.
The Portal will be open for two (2) weeks only, from Monday, March 21, to Monday, April 4, 2022, and will only be accessible upon payment of the authorized late registration fee.
Students, parents, and guardians who are affected should take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime chance and complete the necessary registration procedures in order to gain access to their results.
The University Management has approved a process for FINAL WINDING DOWN of the LASU External System (LASUES). Please note that the LASUES is a separate entity and NOT the same as LASU PART-TIME STUDY.
Accordingly, all students of the LASUES that are yet to graduate as at the time of this publication are enjoined to take the following steps to enable them partake in the outstanding course.
A. Identification of outstanding courses
I. Visit LASU Students’ Result portal: https://www.lasu.edu.ng/home/lasuesmakeup
II. Click on LASUES
III. Enter your matriculation number to view your academic profile and identity your outstanding courses.
NOTE: Portal will be available on Monday, 4th April 2022
B. Enrolment for the examination
Students are to click on the “enroll for the examination”. This will re-direct the student to make payment of the required fee being the cost of examination for the outstanding courses.
C. Payment and Examination
On payment, the student will be required to LOGIN to the examination portal with the matriculation number used for the payment and proceed to the examinations.
Note:
a. Student can choose to take all the outstanding courses during the period of the examinations.
b. Payment is required ONCE for all the examinations (outstanding courses).
c. The examination period shall be between Friday, April 1st 2022 and Sunday, July 3rd 2022.
d. All examinations administered shall be populated on the student’s academic profile by Friday of every week.
e. Deans of concerned faculties shall facilitate questions and answers availability.
Students graduating from the above process shall immediately be recommended for Senate approval by the Vice Chancellor’s committee on the LASUES makeup examinations.
For further clarifications, please send an email to lasuesmakeupsupport@lasu.edu.ng
NOTE: ALL PAYEMENT SHOULD BE MADE ON https://www.lasu.edu.ng/epayment the University shall not be liable to any payment made through other means other than the approved University payment channel.
For further details, please visit www.lasu.edu.ng/home/makeup