FULL LIST: Nigerian universities accepting 140, 150, and 160 JAMB UTME scores

In the wake of the mass failure recorded in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), thousands of candidates with low scores have been left in limbo over their chances of securing university admission. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has acknowledged the poor performance this year, and while the cut-off marks are yet to be officially announced, many institutions have known to have patterns of their admissions thresholds.

As a result, attention has shifted to institutions that accept lower JAMB scores, offering hope to candidates who scored below 200. With anxiety growing among students and parents, many are exploring alternatives beyond Nigeria’s most competitive universities.

Below is a comprehensive list of Nigerian universities that currently accept JAMB scores starting from 140, 150, and 160, helping guide candidates on potential institutions to consider:

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Universities Accepting 160 JAMB Score and Above

1. Abia State University
2. Achievers University
3. Akwa Ibom State University
4. Al-Qalam University
5. American University of Nigeria
6. Augustine University
7. Babcock University
8. Bowen University
9. Covenant University
10. Edo State University
11. Igbinedion University
12. Joseph Ayo Babalola University
13. Madonna University
14. Nile University of Nigeria
15. Oduduwa University
16. Pan-Atlantic University
17. Paul University
18. Redeemer’s University
19. Renaissance University
20. Rhema University
21. Samuel Adegboyega University
22. Skyline University Nigeria
23. Summit University
24. Tansian University
25. University of Mkar
26. Veritas University
27. Wellspring University

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Universities Accepting 150 JAMB Score and Above

1. Adamawa State University
2. Ajayi Crowther University
3. Al-Hikmah University
4. Benson Idahosa University
5. Bingham University
6. Caritas University
7. Chrisland University
8. Crawford University
9. Hallmark University
10. Mountain Top University
11. Novena University
12. Nigerian Turkish Nile University
13. Precious Cornerstone University
14. Renaissance University
15. Rhema University
16. Salem University
17. Southwestern University
18. Tansian University
19. University of Mkar
20. Veritas University
21. Wellspring University

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Universities Accepting 140 JAMB Score and Above

1. Admiralty University of Nigeria
2. African University of Science and Technology
3. Baze University
4. Chrisland University
5. Delta State University
6. Federal University, Dutse
7. Federal University, Dutsin-Ma
8. Federal University, Gashua
9. Federal University, Gusau
10. Federal University, Kashere
11. Federal University, Otuoke
12. Gombe State University
13. Lead City University
14. Modibbo Adama University of Technology
15. Nile University of Nigeria
16. Northwest University
17. Obong University
18. Oduduwa University
19. PAMO University of Medical Sciences
20. Renaissance University
21. Rhema University
22. Ritman University
23. Samuel Adegboyega University
24. Skyline University Nigeria
25. Summit University
26. University of Africa
27. University of Mkar
28. Veritas University
29. Wellspring University

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What This Means for 2025 UTME Candidates

Candidates who scored between 140 and 180 in the 2025 UTME still have viable options for university admission, especially into private and some public universities with flexible cut-off policies. However, aspirants are advised to visit the official websites of these institutions for specific departmental cut-off marks and admission procedures.

As competition tightens and choices evolve, education experts advise candidates to prioritize career relevance, academic reputation, and accreditation status over prestige when selecting institutions.

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