University of Maiduguri, UNIMAID Admission Requirements: 2024/2025

Are you aspiring to join the vibrant community at the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) in 2024? Whether you’re aiming for admission through UTME or Direct Entry, this comprehensive guide outlines the key requirements to ensure a smooth application process.

UTME Entry Requirements:

1. Age Requirement:
   • Candidates must be at least 16 years old.
2. O’level Result:
   • A minimum of six “Cs (Credits)” in the O’level result, including English Language, Mathematics, and three other subjects relevant to the chosen course.
   • Example: For Law, subjects may include Government/History, Economics, and Literature in English.
3. JAMB UTME Score:
   • Attain a minimum score of 120 in the JAMB UTME examination.
4. Post UTME Screening:
   • Candidates must take the UNIMAID post UTME screening examination and perform well (requirements may vary based on the chosen course).
5. One Sitting Result:
   • Only results from a single sitting are accepted for admission.
6. Subject Combination:
   • Select the correct subject combination for the chosen course.
7. Cutoff Marks:
   • Meet the stipulated cutoff marks for the specific course.

Direct Entry Requirements:

1. Age Requirement:
   • Candidates must be at least 16 years old.
2. O’level Result:
   • Possess at least five Credits in the O’level result, including English Language and Mathematics.
3. JAMB Direct Entry Form:
   • Obtain the JAMB Direct Entry form to apply.
4. Certificates Accepted:
   • Candidates should have certificates such as OND, ND, NCE, IJMB, Cambridge A level, BSc, HND, or ICAN.

Course-Specific Admission Requirements:

• The guide includes detailed course-specific requirements for various faculties, such as Medical Sciences, Allied Health Sciences, Agriculture, Arts, Education, Engineering, Management Sciences, Law, Pharmacy, Science, and Social Sciences.

FAQ Section:

1. Q: Can I apply with two sitting results?
   • A: No, only results from a single sitting are accepted for admission.
2. Q: What is the minimum JAMB UTME score required?
   • A: The minimum JAMB UTME score is 120, but specific courses may have higher requirements.
3. Q: Are there age restrictions for Direct Entry candidates?
   • A: Direct Entry candidates must be at least 16 years old.
4. Q: Can I use a Diploma in a non-related field for Direct Entry?
   • A: Yes, depending on the course, candidates with engineering-related diplomas, for example, may be eligible.