UMYU Cut-Off Marks for 2023/2024 Academic Session
The Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) is a federal university located in Katsina state, Nigeria. It was established in 2006 during the administration of President Olusegun Obasanjo.
The university is named after late President Umaru Musa Yar’adua, who was governor of Katsina state at the time the university was founded.
UMYU has released its cut-off marks for admission into various academic programs for the 2023/2024 academic session. The cut-off marks serve as a guideline for aspiring candidates to understand the baseline entry requirements they need to attain to be eligible for admission into their desired courses.
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JAMB Cut-Off Marks
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has set the minimum cut-off mark for admission into all courses at UMYU as 150. This implies that no candidate that scores below 150 in JAMB’s University Matriculation Examination (UME) will be eligible for admission at the university, irrespective of their choice of course.
However, due to competition and limited admission slots, some high-demand courses at UMYU have higher JAMB cut-off marks than the general 150 cut-off mark. Candidates need to attain these higher cut-off scores to enhance their chances of securing admission to such competitive programs. The courses and their respective cut-off marks are highlighted below:
- Medicine and Surgery – 220
- Law – 200
- Microbiology – 180
- Biochemistry – 170
- Computer Science – 170
- Economics – 170
These cut-off marks basically represent the bare minimum UME scores candidates are required to have before they can qualify to participate in UMYU’s post-UTME screening exercise. Scoring exactly 150 or the course-specific cut-off mark does not guarantee admission. Other important criteria will be used to determine successful candidates after the post-UTME exam.
Post UTME Cut-Off Marks
In addition to attaining the JAMB cut-off mark, candidates are also required to take part in the university’s post-UTME screening exercise. The post-UTME cut-off marks indicate the minimum scores candidates must achieve in this exam to be eligible for admission at UMYU.
Unfortunately, UMYU has not officially released details of cut-off marks for the post-UTME exam yet. The cut-off scores will be made public after the post-UTME screening exercise has been fully conducted.
Candidates are therefore advised to take note of this and keep checking the university’s website and admission portal for updates on post-UTME cut-off marks. As a federal university, UMYU’s post-UTME cut-off marks could range anywhere from 50% to 70% depending on the course. Competitive programs usually have higher cut-offs.
Other Factors for Admission Consideration
While UTME and post-UTME cut-off marks provide a crucial guideline for admission seekers, there are other important factors UMYU considers before admitting candidates. Meeting the prescribed cut-off marks alone does not guarantee admission.
Some other vital criteria UMYU will use include:
- Overall UME Score: For competitive courses, candidates with higher total UME scores will be preferred over others even if they all meet the basic cut-off mark.
- Post-UTME Performance: Scoring above the post-UTME cut-off mark improves your chances. But higher scores rank better too.
- Choice of Course: Priority may be given to candidates who choose UMYU as their first choice institution during registration on JAMB’s portal.
- Catchment Area: Indigenes of Katsina state where the university is located may be favored for admission ahead of outsiders.
Therefore, candidates are encouraged to target higher scores as much as they can right from UTME through to the post-UTME exam. This strengthens their prospects of getting admitted. Meeting just the minimum cut-off requirements may not be enough.
Application Guidelines
All admission seekers looking to secure undergraduate admission at the Umaru Musa Yar’adua University for the 2023/2024 academic year are required to follow the following application guidelines:
- JAMB Registration: First, obtain the JAMB UTME form online through JAMB’s portal at www.jamb.org.ng and register for the exam. Attain at least the base 150 cut-off mark for UMYU and above.
- Post-UTME Form: Afterwards, proceed to purchase the UMYU post-UTME screening form online through the school’s portal at https://umyu.edu.ng when it becomes available.
- Post-UTME Exam: Book your exam date and time slot and partake in the post-UTME screening exercise at UMYU’s main campus in Katsina. Score above the cut-off mark once announced.
- Admission List Checking: Regular check the UMYU admission portal online to confirm if you have been offered provisional admission based on the stipulated guidelines.
The post-UTME application deadline for UMYU will be announced on the university’s official website and admission portal. Ensure you obtain and fill the post-UTME forms before the specified dates.
Follow UMYU on social media and turn on notifications to get regular updates on cut-off marks and admission requirements.
You may also visit the Office of the Registrar at UMYU for further enquiries and assistance regarding the admission processes.
Conclusion
Meeting the approved UMYU departmental cut-off marks for JAMB UTME and post-UTME placement exams is an essential first step all admission seekers in the university must achieve. These cut-off scores serve as a screening and elimination mechanism to shortlist qualified candidates based on merit.
However, candidates should note that attaining just the minimum cut-off mark does not fully guarantee admission. Several other factors regarding higher exam scores, choice of course, catchment area influence, etc. will further determine which candidates are finally selected and admitted.
UMYU’s admission process is very competitive; therefore candidates should target higher UTME and post-UTME scores above the minimum cut-off to rank among the top candidates for their desired courses. Admission at the Umaru Musa Yar’adua University is offered strictly on merit to the most qualified candidates.
FAQs
What are UMYU’s cut-off marks for Medicine and Surgery for the 2023/2024 academic year?
The JAMB cut-off mark to qualify for admission to study Medicine and Surgery at UMYU for the 2023/2024 academic year is 220. Candidates are first required to score a minimum of 220 in JAMB’s UTME exam before proceeding to participate in the post-UTME screening at UMYU for Medicine and Surgery.
I scored 230 in JAMB but I’m not from Katsina state, what are my chances of gaining admission into Law at UMYU?
The JAMB cut-off mark for Law at UMYU is 200. Scoring 230 already exceeds this minimum score thereby qualifying you to sit for the post-UTME exam. Although UMYU may give preference to candidates from its catchment state (Katsina) during admission, securing higher scores in both UTME and post-UTME plus meeting all other requirements can still ensure you have a good chance.
When will the UMYU post UTME cut-off marks be released for the 2023/2024 session?
The post-UTME cut-off marks will be announced by UMYU after the post-UTME screening exercise has been fully completed. The exact release date is not certain yet. However, admission seekers are advised to keep checking UMYU’s admission portal website frequently for updates.
What is the importance of JAMB’s cut-off marks and does it guarantee admission?
The JAMB cut-off mark serves as the minimum UTME score candidates need to achieve before qualifying for post-UTME and gaining eligibility to be considered for admission. However, meeting only the minimum JAMB cut-off score does not guarantee admission. Higher scores enhance candidates’ chances. Other criteria like post-UTME scores also matter.
What should I do if I fail to attain UMYU’s set cut-off marks?
Candidates who fail to attain UMYU’s prescribed JAMB and/or post-UTME cut-off marks have automatically ruled themselves out of admission consideration. Such candidates may consider better prepared re-taking the exams the following academic year. Alternatively, they can seek admission into other tertiary institutions whose cut-off marks they meet.
