Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), located in Ogun State, is one of Nigeria’s leading state universities. Every year, thousands of applicants compete for limited admission slots across its faculties.
To succeed, you need to know both the general JAMB cut-off mark and the departmental cut-off marks for your chosen course. This guide gives you the latest update for the 2025/2026 academic session, plus admission tips to boost your chances.
Contents
- ✅ General OOU Cut-Off Mark (2025/2026)
- 📌 OOU Admission Requirements (Quick Checklist)
- 🎯 OOU Departmental Cut-Off Marks for 2025/2026
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Social & 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
- 🔥 Most Competitive Courses (Higher Cut-Offs Required)
- 🎓 Admission Tips for OOU Aspirants
- ❓ What If You Scored Below the Cut-Off?
✅ General OOU Cut-Off Mark (2025/2026)
- The minimum JAMB score required to apply for OOU admission is 160.
- If you scored 160 and above and selected OOU as your first choice, you are eligible for the post-UTME screening.
- Competitive courses (like Law, Medicine, and Nursing) require much higher scores to stand a chance.
📌 OOU Admission Requirements (Quick Checklist)
To be considered for admission into OOU, you must:
- ✅ Score at least 160 in JAMB
- ✅ Choose OOU as first choice in UTME
- ✅ Be 16 years or older
- ✅ Have 5 O’level credits, including English and Mathematics
- ✅ Upload your results on JAMB CAPS before screening
🎯 OOU Departmental Cut-Off Marks for 2025/2026
These are expected departmental cut-off marks based on past years and trends. They may be adjusted after the post-UTME exercise.
Faculty of Arts
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| English | 200 |
| History & Diplomatic Studies | 180 |
| Performing Arts | 180 |
| Philosophy | 180 |
| Religious Studies | 160 |
Faculty of Education
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Business Education | 180 |
| Guidance & Counselling | 180 |
| Political Science Education | 180 |
| Computer Education | 180 |
| Biology Education | 180 |
| Mathematics Education | 180 |
| English Education | 180 |
Faculty of Law
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Law | 250 |
Faculty of Social & Management Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Economics | 210 |
| Accounting | 230 |
| Banking & Finance | 210 |
| Business Administration | 210 |
| Public Administration | 200 |
| Political Science | 200 |
| Psychology | 200 |
| Sociology | 200 |
| Mass Communication | 230 |
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | 200 |
| Physiology | 200 |
| Biochemistry | 210 |
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Medicine & Surgery | 260 |
| Nursing | 250 |
Faculty of Science
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Microbiology | 210 |
| Industrial Chemistry | 180 |
| Computer Science | 220 |
| Mathematics | 180 |
| Physics | 180 |
| Plant Science | 180 |
| Applied Zoology | 180 |
| Geology | 180 |
Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | 180 |
| Forestry & Wildlife | 180 |
| Home & Hotel Management | 180 |
| Fisheries | 180 |
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Architecture | 210 |
| Urban & Regional Planning | 180 |
| Fine & Applied Arts | 180 |
| Estate Management | 180 |
Faculty of Engineering
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 220 |
| Civil Engineering | 210 |
| Electrical/Electronics Engineering | 210 |
| Computer Engineering | 220 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 200 |
🔥 Most Competitive Courses (Higher Cut-Offs Required)
Some OOU courses attract huge numbers of applicants. To stand a chance, aim for much higher scores than the minimum.
- Medicine – 260
- Nursing – 250
- Law – 250
- Accounting – 230
- Mass Communication – 230
- Computer Science – 220
- Mechanical/Computer Engineering – 220
🎓 Admission Tips for OOU Aspirants
- Aim to score above the general cut-off to boost your chances.
- Always select OOU as first choice in UTME.
- Upload your WAEC/NECO results early on JAMB CAPS.
- Follow official updates on the OOU admission portal.
- Use accurate details when registering for post-UTME.
❓ What If You Scored Below the Cut-Off?
Don’t panic—you still have options:
- Apply for less competitive courses with lower cut-offs.
- Do a JAMB change of course to improve your chances.
- Prepare better and reapply next year.
- Consider OOU diploma, part-time, or JUPEB programs.
OOU is a competitive university. The higher your score and the more competitive the course, the harder it is to secure admission.
👉 Meeting the cut-off mark is only the first step. You still need:
- Strong O’level results
- A good post-UTME score
- Proper documentation
Stay alert, follow instructions, and apply wisely.
✅ Disclaimer
These cut-off marks are based on past records and official trends. OOU and JAMB may release updated lists, so always confirm from the official OOU Admission Portal and JAMB website.
✍ Author
Prof Pop – Education Consultant and Higher Institutions Admission Guide. Helping students across Nigeria make informed choices in their academic journey.
