Veritas University, VU Admission Requirements: 2024/2025

Gaining admission to Veritas University (VU) for the 2024/2025 academic session is a straightforward process, with two entry methods available: UTME entry and Direct Entry. In this blog post, we’ll break down the admission requirements for both pathways in simple terms.

Admission Requirements for UTME Entry:

1. Age Requirement: Candidates must be at least 16 years old.
2. O’level Results: Candidates need a minimum of six “C” grades in their O’level results, including English Language, Mathematics, and three other subjects relevant to their chosen course.
3. JAMB UTME Score: A minimum JAMB UTME score of 170 is required.
4. Post UTME Screening: Candidates must take the VU post UTME screening examination and perform well in it, the difficulty depending on their chosen course.
5. One Sitting Results: Only results from a single sitting are accepted for admission.
6. Correct Subject Combination: Candidates must choose the appropriate subject combination for their desired courses.
7. Cutoff Marks: Meeting the stipulated cutoff marks for their respective courses is crucial for admission.

Admission Requirements for Direct Entry:

1. Age Requirement: Candidates must have reached the age of 16.
2. O’level Results: A minimum of five credits in O’level results, including English Language and Mathematics, is necessary. Two sitting results are not allowed.
3. JAMB Direct Entry Form: Candidates should obtain the JAMB Direct Entry form from JAMB to apply.

FAQs:

Q1: Can I apply with two sitting results? A: For UTME entry, only one sitting result is accepted.

Q2: What is the minimum UTME score required? A: A minimum JAMB UTME score of 170 is required for admission.

Q3: Are there age restrictions for both entry methods? A: Yes, candidates must be at least 16 years old for both UTME and Direct Entry.