The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) is a federal government-owned university. The institution was established in 1975 and is located in Ilorin, the capital city of Kwara State, Nigeria. Admission into UNILORIN is competitive, and one must meet the required UNILORIN cut-off mark to guarantee a position at the university.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- UNILORIN cut-off mark
- The UNILORIN portal
- Available UNILORIN portals
- University of Ilorin school fees and courses
- Science-based programmes
- Arts and Humanities
- College of Health Science
- UNILORIN postgraduate courses
- 1. Faculty of Agriculture
- 2. Faculty of Arts
- 3. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- 4. Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
- 5. Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- 6. Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences
- 7. Faculty of Education
- 8. Faculty of Engineering and Technology
- 9. Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- 10. Faculty of Law
- 11. Faculty of Life Sciences
- 12. Faculty of Management Sciences
- 13. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- 14. Faculty of Physical Sciences
- 15. Faculty of Social Sciences
- 16. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
- University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH)
- How much is the University of Ilorin admission form?
- How many departments are in UNILORIN?
- How many students are in UNILORIN in 2024?
- What rank is the University of Ilorin in the world?
- What course does the University of Ilorin offer?
- Is UNILORIN a private university?
UNILORIN has become one of the most prestigious universities in Nigeria. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Here is all you need to know about the UNILORIN cut-off mark and school fees.
UNILORIN cut-off mark
The University of Ilorin has approved 180 and above as the JAMB cut-off mark for the 2024/2025 admission. Applicants are required to score at least 180 in the UTME to qualify for the post-UTME screening exercise.
However, achieving the minimum cut-off mark does not guarantee admission, as the university also takes into account your O-level achievements. Those with more A's than B's or C's have higher chances to become eligible.
UNILORIN departmental cut-off marks
The UNILORIN cut-off mark for all courses vary depending on the course you are applying for. Below is a general guide to the cut-off marks for some departments:
Programme | UTME cut-off marks |
Accounting | 240 |
Anatomy | 220 |
Architecture | 220 |
Business Administration | 220 |
Biochemistry | 220 |
Building Technology | 180 |
Civil Engineering | 230 |
Computer Engineering | 240 |
Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 240 |
Food Science | 200 |
Guidance and Counseling | 180 |
Industrial Chemistry | 200 |
Mass Communication | 240 |
Medicine and Surgery | 260 |
Nursing Science | 230 |
Performing Arts | 190 |
Political Science | 210 |
Public Administration | 200 |
Anatomy | 220 |
Counselor Education | 180 |
Health Education | 180 |
Mathematics | 180 |
Optometry | 220 |
Plant Biology | 180 |
Quantity Surveying | 200 |
Social Studies Education | 180 |
Statistics | 190 |
Surveying and Geo Informatics | 200 |
Theatre Arts | 190 |
What is the UNILORIN cut-off mark for nursing?
The UNILORIN cut-off mark for Nursing for the 2024/2025 academic session is 230. This is the minimum UTME score required to qualify for consideration in the post-UTME screening process.
What is the UNILORIN cut-off mark for law?
The UNILORIN cut-off mark for common law is 260, while the cut-off for common and Islamic law is 230. Law is a highly competitive course with a limited number of available slots.
What is the cut-off mark for philosophy at UNILORIN?
The UNILORIN cut-off mark for Philosophy is 180 for the 2024/2025 academic session. This score qualifies candidates to participate in the post-UTME screening exercise, but final admission depends on overall performance in post-UTME and O'Level results.
How to calculate UNILORIN cut-off mark?
To calculate UNILORIN's cut-off mark, the university combines your UTME score, post-UTME performance, and O'Level grades. The calculation generally follows this method:
- UTME score: 50% of your total score.
- Post-UTME score: 30%.
- O'Level grades: 20%, based on the relevant five subjects.
For example, if you score 240 in UTME and 70 in post-UTME, your aggregate score would be:
UTME: (240/400) * 50 = 30
Post-UTME: (70/100) * 30 = 21
O'Level: varies based on grades
Total = 51 + O'Level percentage.
The UNILORIN portal
The University of Ilorin portal contains information for both students and staff. It facilitates various functionalities, including:
- Facilitating the administration's processing of admissions.
- Locating and updating student profiles.
- Enabling online registration for semester courses.
- Accessing UNILORIN news and announcements.
- Checking details about school fees and exploring appropriate payment options.
- Viewing students' progress marks and scores.
Available UNILORIN portals
The university has various portals that serve different purposes. They include:
- UNILORIN undergraduate portal
- UNILORIN postgraduate portal
- Ilorin Business School portal
- Institute of Education
- Center of Open and Distance Learning
- Sasakwa portal
- Remedial
- UNILORIN JUPEB
Note: Apart from the UNILORIN undergraduate portal, the rest are currently undergoing maintenance.
Undergraduate UNILORIN admission portal
The portal also allows students to apply for the programmes of their choice online. Follow the steps below to apply.
- Open your browser and go to "Portals".
- Click on the "Undergraduate" portal.
- Select "post-UTME Candidate Login".
- Start the application process by clicking on "Verify Results".
- Fill out the required details and click "Verify". You will receive a link to activate your account.
- Click the proceed button to go to the Remita platform to pay. You can pay with a card, transfer, USSD, bank or QR code.
- Upon completing your payment, select "Confirm your payment" to validate the transaction using your JAMB registration number.
- After confirming, click "Resend Activation Code" to obtain a new activation code if you have not yet received one. It will be sent in your email.
- Click on the code to activate your account, and you will be sent your account login credentials.
- Return to step (3) and log in using your registration number and password.
- Click on the "My Application" button and complete all necessary details.
- Once done, submit the form.
UNILORIN student portal
The online student portal is designed for enrolled students who have already secured admission to the university for their respective courses. To access the portal:
- Open your browser and go to "Portals".
- Click on the "Undergraduate" portal.
- Click on "Student Login".
- Proceed to sign in with your username and password.
Centre for Cultural Studies and Creative Arts applicant portal
To access the CCSCA portal, follow the steps below:
- Open your browser and go to "Portals".
- Click on the "Undergraduate" portal.
- Click on "CCSCA Application".
- Click on "Enroll" to create an account as a new applicant.
- Log in using the login credentials emailed to you to proceed with your application.
University of Ilorin school fees and courses
UNILORIN school fees vary depending on the programme and the individual taking it. The table below shows the approved undergraduate school charges.
Science-based programmes
Category | Freshers | Returning |
University charges | N121,800 | N55,920 |
Faculty charges | N16,440 | N13,440 |
Total | N138,240 | N69,360 |
Arts and Humanities
Category | Freshers | Returning |
University charges | N121,800 | N54,000 |
Faculty charges | N11,640 | N9,200 |
Totals | N133,440 | N63,200 |
College of Health Science
Category | Freshers | Returning |
University charges | 121,800 | 55,920 |
Faculty charges | 132,840 | 47,640 |
Totals | 254,640 | 103,560 |
UNILORIN postgraduate courses
The University of Ilorin offers various postgraduate programmes. They include:
1. Faculty of Agriculture
The courses offered under the Faculty of Agriculture include:
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Agronomy
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Soil Science
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Agricultural Extension
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Agricultural Economics
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Crop Protection
- PGD Animal Production,
- Master in Animal Production (MAP),
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Animal Production
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Food Science
- M.Sc., Home Economics
2. Faculty of Arts
Are you interested in arts? You can study the following art programmes under this faculty
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Arabic Language.
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Literature- in - Arabic
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Peace and Development Studies
- M.A. Peace and Security Studies (Available for EIMC)
- M.A. Peace and Strategic Studies (Available for EMC)
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Linguistics
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Applied Linguistics
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Yoruba Language
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Yoruba Literature
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Performing Arts
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D. Christian Studies
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D. Comparative Religious Studies
- M.A., M.Phil./Ph.D. Islamic Studies
- M.A., Ph.D. French Language
- M.A., Ph.D. Literature-in-French
- M.A. Translation Art
- M.A., M.Phil/Ph.D., Ph.D. Performing Arts
3. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
This faculty offers anatomy and physiology under the following categories:
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Anatomy
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Physiology
4. Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
The Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences offers these postgraduate programmes.
- M.Sc., Ph.D., MD Chemical Pathology
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Pharmacology and Therapeutics
5. Faculty of Clinical Sciences
The Faculty of Clinical Sciences offers the following postgraduate programmes.
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- M.Sc. Nursing Sciences
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Tropical Paediatrics
6. Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences
This faculty has the following programmes for interested candidates:
- PGD., M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Computer Science
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Information and Communication Science
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Mass Communication
7. Faculty of Education
The available postgraduate education programmes include:
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. English Language Education
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Arabic Education
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Comparative Education
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Religious Studies Education
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Curriculum Development (Arts Education)
- M.Ed. Mother Tongue Education
- M.Ed. Philosophy of Education
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. History and Policy of Education
- M.Ed., Ph.D. Educational Guidance and Counselling
- PGD Educational Technology (PGDET)
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D., Educational Technology
- Master of Public Health Education
- M.Ed. Science Education (Biology)
- M.Ed. Ph.D. Mathematics Education
- M.Ed., Ph.D. Sociology of Education
- M.Ed., Ph.D. Curriculum Development in Social Sciences Education
- M.Ed., Ph.D. Social Studies Education
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Adult Education
- M.Ed., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Childhood Education
- M.Sc. (Ed)., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Exercise and Sport Science
- M.Sc. (Ed)., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Administration and Management of Human Kinetics and Sport
- M.Sc. (Ed)., Ph.D. Curriculum and Teacher Education
- M.Sc. (Ed)., Ph.D. Adapted Physical Education
- M.Sc. (Ed)., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Recreation and Tourism Education
- M.Ed., Ph.D. Educational Management
8. Faculty of Engineering and Technology
These programmes are available for those who need to upgrade their bachelor's engineering courses.
- M.Eng., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D.
- M.Eng., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Chemical Engineering
- M.Eng. Materials and Metallurgical Engineering
- M.Eng., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering
9. Faculty of Environmental Sciences
The Faculty of Environmental Sciences offers the following:
- M.Sc. Architecture
- PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. Estate Management
- PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. Surveying and Geoinformatics
- PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. Quantity Surveying
- PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. Urban and Regional Planning
10. Faculty of Law
Law is one of the most competitive courses in Nigeria. You can upgrade to the following levels.
- LL.M, M.Phil., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Common Law
- LL.M, M.Phil., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Islamic Law
11. Faculty of Life Sciences
The Faculty of Life Sciences offers these programmes.
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Biochemistry
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Microbiology
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Plant Biology
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Zoology
12. Faculty of Management Sciences
For those doing management sciences, you can upgrade to the following:
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Accounting
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Finance
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Marketing
13. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
You can upgrade your pharmaceutical science course by attaining a master's or Ph.D in the following:
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry
14. Faculty of Physical Sciences
Programmes offered under this faculty include:
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Chemistry
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Industrial Chemistry
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Mathematics
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Physics
- M.Sc., M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Statistics
- M.Sc. Geophysics
- PGD Geology
- M.Sc. Applied Geology
- M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Geology
15. Faculty of Social Sciences
The Faculty of Social Sciences has three departments that offer these courses:
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Economics
- M.Sc. Geography and Environmental Management,
- M.Phil./Ph.D., Ph.D. Geography
- M.Sc., Ph.D. Sociology