University of Agriculture Makurdi, UAM Admission Requirements: 2024/2025

Are you aspiring to join the University of Agriculture, Makurdi (UAM) for your undergraduate studies in 2023? Here’s a breakdown of the admission requirements through the two entry methods – UTME and Direct Entry – to help you navigate the process smoothly.

UTME Entry Requirements:

1. Age Requirement: Candidates must be at least 16 years old.
2. O’Level Results: A minimum of six “Cs” (Credits) in subjects including English Language, Mathematics, and three other relevant subjects for the chosen course. For example, a law aspirant needs “Cs” in English Language, Mathematics, Government/History, Economics, and Literature in English.
3. JAMB UTME Score: Achieve a minimum score of 170 in the JAMB UTME examination.
4. Post UTME Screening: Candidates must take the UAM post UTME screening examination and perform well in their respective courses.
5. Single Sitting: Only results from a single sitting are accepted for admission.
6. Correct Subject Combination: Choose the right subject combination for the intended course.
7. Cutoff Marks: Meet the stipulated cutoff marks for the chosen course.

Direct Entry Requirements:

1. O’Level Results: Possess at least five Credits in the O’level result.
2. Subject Combinations: Candidates must choose the correct subject combination for their preferred course.

FAQs:

Q1: What age do I need to be to apply through UTME? A1: Candidates must be at least 16 years old.

Q2: Can I use a two-sitting result for admission? A2: No, only results from a single sitting are accepted.

Q3: How is the UTME score considered in the admission process? A3: Candidates need a minimum JAMB UTME score of 170.