Every academic session, thousands of students seek admission into Education Arts programs across Nigerian universities. Yet, many applicants fail to fully understand the specific requirements, particularly the JAMB cut off marks needed to secure a spot. If you are planning to study Education Arts during the 2026/2027 academic year, having accurate information could lead to your admission success.
JAMB General Cut Off Mark for Education Arts 2026
For the 2026/2027 academic session, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has maintained 150 as the general minimum cut off mark for Education Arts across Nigerian universities. Also, due to differences in institutional standards, some universities set higher thresholds, sometimes between 150 and 200, with polytechnics and colleges of education setting theirs more than the decided benchmark of 100.
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Institutions Offering Education Arts and Their Required JAMB Cut Off Marks 2026
Below are institutions offering Education Arts and their JAMB cut off marks for the 2026/2027 admission cycle:
| FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU) | 150 |
| Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU) | 150 |
| Bayero University, Kano (BUK) | 150 |
| Federal University Gashua, Yobe (FUGASHUA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) | 150 |
| Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State (FUD) | 150 |
| Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina (FUDMA) | 150 |
| Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State (FUKASHERE) | 150 |
| Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State (FULAFIA) | 150 |
| Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State (FULOKOJA) | 150 |
| Alex Ekwueme University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State (FUNAI) | 150 |
| Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa (FUOTUOKE) | 150 |
| Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State (FUOYE) | 150 |
| Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State (FUWUKARI) | 150 |
| Federal University, Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) | 150 |
| Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara (FUGUS) | 150 |
| Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) | 150 |
| Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTECH) | 150 |
| National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos (NOUN) | 150 |
| Nigeria Police Academy Wudil (NPA) | 150 |
| Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna (NDA) | 150 |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) | 150 |
| Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU) | 150 |
| University of Abuja, Gwagwalada (UNIABUJA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) | 150 |
| University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM) | 150 |
| University of Benin (UNIBEN) | 150 |
| University of Calabar (UNICAL) | 150 |
| University of Ibadan (UI) | 150 |
| University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) | 150 |
| University of Jos (UNIJOS) | 150 |
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | 150 |
| University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) | 150 |
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) | 150 |
| University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) | 150 |
| University of Uyo (UNIUYO) | 150 |
| Usumanu Danfodiyo University (UDUSOK) | 150 |
| Nigerian Maritime University Okerenkoko, Delta State (NMU) | 150 |
| Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna (AFIT) | 150 |
| Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) | 150 |
| Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo, Benue State (FUHSO) | 150 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, Kebbi State (FUAZ) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Babura, Jigawa State (FUTB) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State (FUTIA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State (FUHSA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State (FUHSI) | 150 |
| STATE UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) | 150 |
| Adamawa State University, Mubi (ADSU) | 150 |
| Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba (AAUA) | 150 |
| Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden (AKSU) | 150 |
| Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (AAU) | 150 |
| Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli (COOU) | 150 |
| Bauchi State University, Gadau (SAZUG) | 150 |
| Benue State University, Makurdi (BSU) | 150 |
| Yobe State University, Damaturu (YSU) | 150 |
| Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar (UNICROSS) | 150 |
| Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU) | 150 |
| Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki (EBSU) | 150 |
| Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 150 |
| Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) | 150 |
| Gombe State University, Gombe (GSU) | 150 |
| Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL) | 150 |
| Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni (IAUE) | 150 |
| Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) | 150 |
| Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa (SLU) | 150 |
| Kaduna State University, Kaduna (KASU) | 150 |
| Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST) | 150 |
| Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA) | 150 |
| Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba (PAAU) | 150 |
| Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU) | 150 |
| Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) | 150 |
| Ondo State University of Science and Technology Okitipupa (OAUSTECH) | 150 |
| Rivers State University (RSUST) | 150 |
| Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye (OOU) | 150 |
| Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU) | 150 |
| Niger Delta University Yenagoa (NDU) | 150 |
| Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) | 150 |
| Plateau State University Bokkos (PLASU) | 150 |
| Tai Solarin University of Education Ijebu Ode (TASUED) | 150 |
| Umar Musa Yar’ Adua University Katsina (UMYU) | 150 |
| Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN) | 150 |
| Taraba State University, Jalingo (TASU) | 150 |
| Sokoto State University (SSU) | 150 |
| Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (YUMSUK) | 150 |
| Oyo State Technical University Ibadan (TECH-U) | 150 |
| Ondo State University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) | 150 |
| Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU) | 150 |
| Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University Ogboko, Imo State (KOMU) | 150 |
| University of Africa Toru Orua, Bayelsa State (UAT) | 150 |
| Bornu State University, Maiduguri (BOSU) | 150 |
| Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology Abeokuta (MAPOLY) | 150 |
| Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) | 150 |
| Zamfara State University (ZAMSUT) | 150 |
| Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) | 150 |
| University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Umuagwo, Imo State (UAES) | 150 |
| Confluence University of Science and Technology Osara, Kogi (CUSTECH) | 150 |
| University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) | 150 |
| Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (DSUST) | 150 |
| Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba (DOU) | 150 |
| Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology Ikere, Ekiti State (BOUESTI) | 150 |
| King David Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State (KDUMS) | 150 |
| Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin (LASUED) | 150 |
| Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu (LASPOTECH) | 150 |
Other Admission Requirements for Education Arts
With a good JAMB score and the following requirements, one will stand a chance against all admission odds:
| O’Level Requirements | Five credits at not more than two sittings, including English Language, Literature in English, and at least two other Arts or Social Science subjects. |
| Post UTME Screening | Candidates are often required to participate in a post UTME screening test or online screening, depending on the university’s admission process. |
| Direct Entry Requirements | Holders of NCE, OND, or equivalent qualifications with strong academic records may be considered for direct entry into 200 level. |
Recommended JAMB Subject Combination for Education Arts
Also considered as one of the admission requirements is candidates having selected the correct UTME subject combination for the course:
- English Language (compulsory)
- Literature in English
- Any other two subjects from History, CRS/IRS, Fine Arts, or Government
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I study Education Arts with a JAMB score of 150?
Yes, but you will need to apply to institutions that accept lower cut-off marks like EKSU, AAUA, or OOU.
Is Education Arts a competitive course in Nigeria?
It is moderately competitive. However, competition increases at universities with national or international reputations.
Which university is the best for studying Education Arts in Nigeria?
The University of Ibadan (UI), UNILAG, and UNN are widely regarded as top options for Education Arts.
Will Post UTME be conducted for Education Arts candidates?
Yes, most universities will either conduct a post UTME exam or an online screening process.
What happens if I score below 140 in JAMB?
You may not be eligible for admission into any university. Consider options like Colleges of Education or Polytechnic ND programs.
Can I combine two O’Level results for Education Arts admission?
Yes, most universities allow candidates to combine two sittings to meet O'Level requirements.
Does Education Arts require Mathematics in O’Level?
While Mathematics is important, some universities may not emphasize it heavily for Education Arts. English Language and Literature in English are more critical.
Can I switch to Education Arts if I initially applied for another course?
Yes, but you must meet the specific requirements for Education Arts and follow your institution's change of course procedure.
What are my career options after studying Education Arts?
You can become a secondary school teacher, curriculum developer, educational administrator, or arts education consultant.
When will admission lists for Education Arts candidates be released?
Admission lists are typically released between August and December, depending on the institution and completion of the admission processes.
Last Updated on June 24, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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