Low 2025 UTME Scores: What’s Next for Students?
The 2025 UTME results are in—and sadly, many students across Nigeria are grappling with disappointment. With the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) confirming a low pass rate, anxiety is rising among candidates who had high hopes of getting into top universities.
As cut-off marks shift and competition tightens, students and parents are urgently exploring other options—from polytechnics and colleges of education to lesser-known universities that still offer quality education. Some are even considering taking a gap year to prepare better for the next UTME cycle.
To ease the burden, here’s a quick guide to schools currently accepting lower JAMB scores:
Universities Accepting 160 and Above
- Abia State University
- Babcock University
- Covenant University
- Nile University of Nigeria
- Redeemer’s University
(+22 more)
Universities Accepting 150 and Above
- Adamawa State University
- Ajayi Crowther University
- Benson Idahosa University
- Rhema University
- Veritas University
(+16 more)
Universities Accepting 140 and Above
- Admiralty University of Nigeria
- Delta State University
- Federal University, Dutse
- Modibbo Adama University of Technology
- Lead City University
(+24 more)
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Source: TheNation
