"University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) 2026/2027 admission guide: courses offered, departmental cut-off marks, Post-UTME requirements, and application process. UNN O'Level upload deadline is August 5, 2026. Learn how to apply for Medicine, Pharmacy, Law, Engineering, and other courses."
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) 2026/2027 Admission: Courses, Cut-Off Marks & Requirements
Published: July 22, 2026 | Source: CampusAI News
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Overview
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) is one of Nigeria's first-generation universities, known for academic excellence and research output. For the 2026/2027 academic session, UNN has announced admission requirements, courses, and departmental cut-off marks.
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Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|--------|-------------|
| Institution | University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) |
| Location | Nsukka, Enugu State |
| Academic Session | 2026/2027 |
| JAMB Minimum Cut-Off | 160 (varies by course) |
| Post-UTME Format | Online Screening |
| Application Fee | ₦5,300 (₦2,000 + ₦3,300 processing) |
| O'Level Upload Deadline | August 5, 2026 |
| Official Portal | unn.edu.ng |
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Faculties and Courses Offered
Faculty of Agriculture
- Agricultural Economics
- Animal Science
- Crop Science
- Soil Science
- Home Science and Management
Faculty of Arts
- Archaeology and Tourism
- English and Literary Studies
- Fine and Applied Arts
- Foreign Languages and Literary Studies
- History and International Studies
- Linguistics and Nigerian Languages
- Music
- Philosophy
- Religion and Cultural Studies
- Theatre and Film Studies
Faculty of Education
- Adult Education
- Arts Education
- Educational Foundations
- Health and Physical Education
- Library and Information Science
- Science Education
- Social Science Education
- Vocational Teacher Education
Faculty of Engineering
- Agricultural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
- Architecture
Faculty of Environmental Studies
- Architecture
- Estate Management
- Geoinformatics and Surveying
- Urban and Regional Planning
Faculty of Health Sciences
- Dentistry and Dental Surgery
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
- Nursing Science
- Radiography
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Faculty of Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics and Astronomy
- Pure and Industrial Chemistry
- Statistics
- Zoology
Faculty of Social Sciences
- Economics
- Geography
- Mass Communication
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Public Administration and Local Government
- Sociology and Anthropology
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2026/2027 Departmental Cut-Off Marks
| Faculty/Course | UTME Score |
|----------------|------------|
| Faculty of Health Sciences | |
| Medicine and Surgery | 280+ |
| Dentistry | 270+ |
| Nursing Science | 260+ |
| Radiography | 250+ |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 250+ |
| Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences | |
| Pharmacy | 270+ |
| Faculty of Law | |
| Law | 270+ |
| Faculty of Engineering | |
| Electrical Engineering | 250+ |
| Mechanical Engineering | 250+ |
| Civil Engineering | 240+ |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 220+ |
| Agricultural Engineering | 210+ |
| Faculty of Sciences | |
| Computer Science | 250+ |
| Biochemistry | 230+ |
| Microbiology | 230+ |
| Statistics | 220+ |
| Chemistry | 210+ |
| Physics | 210+ |
| Mathematics | 200+ |
| Faculty of Social Sciences | |
| Economics | 240+ |
| Mass Communication | 240+ |
| Political Science | 230+ |
| Psychology | 220+ |
| Sociology | 210+ |
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Eligibility Requirements
For UTME Candidates
- Must have scored the minimum UTME score for the chosen course (160+)
- Must have chosen UNN as first choice institution
- Must possess five O'Level credits in relevant subjects, including English and Mathematics
- O'Level results must be in not more than two sittings
- Must be at least 16 years of age by September 30, 2026
Important Note for UNN
- O'Level results must be uploaded to both JAMB CAPS and the UNN portal by August 5, 2026
- Candidates awaiting November/December 2026 GCE or NECO are not eligible
- The names on WAEC/NECO results must exactly match JAMB registration details
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How to Apply
1. Check eligibility — Ensure your UTME score meets the departmental cut-off
2. Visit the UNN portal — unn.edu.ng
3. Generate invoice — For payment of ₦5,300 application fee
4. Pay via Remita — At any commercial bank or online
5. Complete the application form — Fill in your bio-data and O'Level details
6. Upload required documents — Each file must be under 100KB
7. Review and submit — Ensure all details are correct
8. Print acknowledgement slip — Keep for your records
9. Monitor JAMB CAPS — For admission offers
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the minimum UTME score for UNN?
A: The minimum is 160, but most competitive courses require 200–280+.
Q: Does UNN accept second-choice candidates?
A: No. UNN only admits candidates who chose it as their first choice.
Q: Can I apply if I'm awaiting O'Level results?
A: Candidates waiting to write November/December 2026 GCE or NECO are not eligible.
Q: What is the UNN Post-UTME format?
A: UNN conducts online screening — no physical examination.
Q: What is the deadline for O'Level upload?
A: O'Level results must be uploaded to both JAMB CAPS and the UNN portal by August 5, 2026.
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Quick Action Checklist
- ✅ Check your JAMB score against departmental cut-off
- ✅ Ensure you have five O'Level credits in one/two sittings
- ✅ Visit the UNN portal — unn.edu.ng
- ✅ Generate invoice and pay ₦5,300
- ✅ Complete the application form
- ✅ Upload all required documents (under 100KB each)
- ✅ Print your acknowledgement slip
- ✅ Upload O'Level results to JAMB CAPS by August 5
- ✅ Monitor JAMB CAPS for admission offers
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📌 Editor's Note: This article is based on official UNN announcements as of July 2026. Always verify critical information on the official UNN website at unn.edu.ng.