Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) is one of the top state universities in Nigeria. It is located in Ogun State and offers many courses across different faculties.
If you want to gain admission into OOU, you need to know the right cut-off mark for your course. This post gives you the updated general and departmental cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 session.
Contents
- General OOU Cut-Off Mark for 2025/2026
- General Admission Requirements
- OOU Departmental Cut-Off Marks for All Courses (2025/2026)
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Engineering
- Competitive Courses (Require Higher Scores)
- Admission Tips
- What If You Scored Below the Cut-Off?
General OOU Cut-Off Mark for 2025/2026
The minimum JAMB cut-off mark for OOU is 160.
If you scored 160 or more and selected OOU as your first choice, you can apply for the post-UTME.
Some courses need a higher score. Check below for course-specific marks.
General Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission, you must:
- Score at least 160 in JAMB
- Choose OOU as your first choice
- Be 16 years or older
- Have five O’level credits, including English and Maths
- Upload your results on JAMB CAPS
OOU Departmental Cut-Off Marks for All Courses (2025/2026)
Cut-off marks depend on the course and number of applicants. Below are expected scores based on past years and current trends.
Faculty of Arts
- English – 200
- History and Diplomatic Studies – 180
- Performing Arts – 180
- Philosophy – 180
- Religious Studies – 160
Faculty of Education
- Business Education – 180
- Guidance and Counselling – 180
- Political Science Education – 180
- Computer Education – 180
- Biology Education – 180
- Mathematics Education – 180
- English Education – 180
Faculty of Law
- Law – 250
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
- Economics – 210
- Accounting – 230
- Banking and Finance – 210
- Business Administration – 210
- Public Administration – 200
- Political Science – 200
- Psychology – 200
- Sociology – 200
- Mass Communication – 230
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Anatomy – 200
- Physiology – 200
- Biochemistry – 210
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Medicine and Surgery – 260
- Nursing – 250
Faculty of Science
- Microbiology – 210
- Industrial Chemistry – 180
- Computer Science – 220
- Mathematics – 180
- Physics – 180
- Plant Science – 180
- Applied Zoology – 180
- Geology – 180
Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
- Agriculture – 180
- Forestry and Wildlife – 180
- Home and Hotel Management – 180
- Fisheries – 180
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Architecture – 210
- Urban and Regional Planning – 180
- Fine and Applied Arts – 180
- Estate Management – 180
Faculty of Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering – 220
- Civil Engineering – 210
- Electrical/Electronics Engineering – 210
- Computer Engineering – 220
- Agricultural Engineering – 200
Competitive Courses (Require Higher Scores)
Some courses attract many applicants. You need higher marks to stand a chance. These include:
- Law – 250
- Medicine – 260
- Nursing – 250
- Accounting – 230
- Mass Communication – 230
- Computer Science – 220
- Mechanical Engineering – 220
Admission Tips
- Score above the general cut-off for a better chance
- Choose OOU as your first choice only
- Upload your WAEC/NECO result early
- Watch for post-UTME updates on the official portal
- Use correct information during application
What If You Scored Below the Cut-Off?
You can still:
- Apply for a course with lower cut-off
- Do a JAMB change of course
- Try again next year with better preparation
- Consider a diploma or part-time program
Final Advice
OOU is competitive. The more people apply for a course, the higher the cut-off.
If your JAMB score meets the cut-off, that’s only the first step. You still need good O’level results and to follow the right process.
Stay alert, follow instructions, and apply smart. If you need help picking a course or have questions about OOU, leave a comment below.