The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is one of Nigeria’s leading federal universities, established in 1962 by the Federal Government of Nigeria to expand access to higher education shortly after independence. Since its establishment, UNILAG has grown into one of the most competitive and prestigious universities in the country.

The university was founded to provide high-quality education, promote research, and contribute to national development. Over the decades, UNILAG has produced numerous prominent leaders, professionals, and scholars in various sectors including government, business, science, law, and the arts.

The institution operates several campuses in Lagos, including the main campus in Akoka, the College of Medicine campus in Idi-Araba, and other specialized academic centres. UNILAG offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across multiple faculties and institutes.

Location

University of Lagos
Akoka, Yaba
Lagos State
Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges / Schools

The University of Lagos operates several faculties and academic units including:

• Faculty of Arts

• Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

• Faculty of Business Administration

• Faculty of Clinical Sciences

• Faculty of Dental Sciences

• Faculty of Education

• Faculty of Engineering

• Faculty of Environmental Sciences

• Faculty of Law

• Faculty of Pharmacy

• Faculty of Science

• Faculty of Social Sciences

The university also operates specialized institutes and centres such as:

• Distance Learning Institute (DLI)

• School of Postgraduate Studies

List of Courses Offered by University of Lagos (UNILAG)

Some of the major undergraduate programmes offered at the University of Lagos include:

• Accounting

• Actuarial Science

• Architecture

• Banking and Finance

• Biochemistry

• Biology

• Building

• Business Administration

• Chemical Engineering

• Chemistry

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Computer Science

• Dentistry

• Economics

• Education and Biology

• Education and Chemistry

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• English Language

• Estate Management

• Finance

• Geography

• Geology

• History and Strategic Studies

• Industrial Chemistry

• Industrial Relations and Personnel Management

• Law

• Linguistics

• Marine Biology

• Mass Communication

• Mathematics

• Mechanical Engineering

• Medicine and Surgery

• Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

• Microbiology

• Nursing Science

• Pharmacy

• Physics

• Political Science

• Psychology

• Quantity Surveying

• Sociology

• Statistics

• Surveying and Geoinformatics

• Urban and Regional Planning

UNILAG Admissions

Undergraduate Post UTME Admissions

• Candidates must sit for the UTME conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

• Applicants must obtain at least five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics in relevant subjects.

• Candidates must select the University of Lagos as their preferred institution during UTME registration.

• Applicants must participate in the UNILAG Post-UTME screening exercise conducted by the university.

Admissions information
https://unilag.edu.ng/admission/

UNILAG 2026/2027 Direct Entry Registration form for Undergraduate Admission on sale

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has scheduled online registration for Direct Entry admission into its undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. The registration exercise will run from Wednesday, 9 September to Tuesday, 22 September 2026, and eligible candidates are expected to complete their applications within the stated period to be considered for admission. Applicants must have selected UNILAG as their first-choice institution in the 2026/2027 Direct Entry JAMB application and must meet the university’s stated academic and age requirements.

Eligible candidates can begin the process through the UNILAG application portal. Applicants are required to start a new application, select Undergraduate as the application type, log in with their DE JAMB registration number and surname, generate a payment advice and pay the ₦3,500 application fee either online or at a commercial bank. They must then return to the portal to complete the application form, upload the relevant academic results, review the information provided and submit the application before printing the Direct Entry Application Slip for future reference.

Candidates are expected to have five relevant O’Level credit passes at one sitting, including English Language and Mathematics, and must be at least 16 years old by 30 September 2026. Depending on their Direct Entry qualification, applicants may be required to upload results such as a First Degree, HND, OND, NCE, JUPEB, Cambridge A’ Level and other recognised qualifications listed by the university. Applicants should also ensure that details such as their name, date of birth, state of origin and Local Government Area are consistent across their supporting documents to avoid problems during processing.

Participation in the online registration is required for Direct Entry admission consideration, and candidates who fail to submit their applications within the registration window will not be considered through the exercise. UNILAG has also stated conditions affecting former students seeking fresh admission, as well as a zero-tolerance policy on drug abuse for newly admitted students. Candidates requiring clarification about the 2026/2027 Direct Entry registration can contact deapplication@unilag.edu.ng, 09053006772 or 08141656802.

UNILAG Human Kinetics Diploma Admission 2026/2027 is Out

The University of Lagos (UNILAG), through its Human Resources Development Centre (HRDC) in collaboration with the Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, has opened applications for the two-year part-time Diploma in Human Kinetics and Health Education for the 2026/2027 academic session. The programme is designed for active sportsmen and women and successful candidates will receive a Diploma in Human Kinetics and Health Education.

Applicants must have five O’Level credits in WASSCE, NECO or GCE at one sitting, including Mathematics, English Language, Biology and another Science subject. Candidates must also possess a Coaching Grade III Certificate or Diploma from the National Institute of Sports. The fees are ₦100,000 tuition per session, ₦10,000 for course materials, and a ₦20,000 application fee.

The qualifying examination and interview will hold on Tuesday, 17 November 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the UNILAG Sports Centre. Lectures are scheduled to begin on Monday, 30 November 2026. Candidates should complete the application through the UNILAG HRDC portal, beginning with the pre-application form and payment of the ₦20,000 application fee.

After payment is confirmed, applicants can return to the portal to complete and print their application forms. The printed documents, together with the required copies of birth certificate, payment teller and academic credentials, should be submitted to the HRDC and Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education on or before Monday, 22 February 2027. For enquiries, applicants can contact the HRDC on 07081809003 or 07036712014.

Postgraduate Admission

The University of Lagos offers postgraduate programmes including Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s degrees (MSc), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) through its School of Postgraduate Studies.

School of Postgraduate Studies
https://spgs.unilag.edu.ng/

School Fees

The last known school fees for undergraduate students vary depending on programme and faculty.

• Fresh students: approximately ₦190,000 – ₦250,000 per session depending on programme.

• Returning students: approximately ₦140,000 – ₦180,000 per session.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Cut-off Mark

UNILAG Releases UTME Departmental Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has released the UTME Merit Admission Cut-Off Marks for the 2026/2027 academic session. The cut-off marks vary by programme, with separate figures provided for merit and candidates from the listed catchment states. Candidates can use the table below to check the cut-off mark for their chosen programme.

Faculty	Programme	Merit	Ekiti	Lagos	Ogun	Ondo	Osun	Oyo
Architecture	Architecture	72.9	56.85	61.925	65.45	54.55	67.375	56.525
Arts	English	68.15	56.65	63.475	63.7	57.1	53.475	61.325
Arts	French	64	NIL	62.2	60.45	NIL	NIL	59.85
Arts	Russian	55.45	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Arts	German	69.125	54.875	59.725	67.775	63.925	59.25	53.925
Arts	History & Strategic Studies	70.8	62.65	67.425	68.65	63.2	64.225	66.6
Arts	Linguistics/Yoruba	60.35	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Arts	Linguistics	72.575	69.525	59.575	70.6	66.425	68.375	69.1
Arts	Chinese	71.625	67.15	66.75	70.325	71.275	70.9	70.175
Arts	Philosophy	67.725	67.3	61.15	66.6	57.925	55.5	58.15
Arts	Christian Religious Studies	55.825	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Arts	Islamic Religious Studies	56.35	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	51.95	NIL
Basic Medical Sciences	Anatomy	72.7	59.8	72.1	70.9	69.425	67.35	67.975
Basic Medical Sciences	Pharmacology	74.275	70.4	71.625	72.675	69.75	71.3	65.125
Basic Medical Sciences	Physiology	71.125	68.05	68.65	61.175	69.85	66.375	71.025
Clinical Sciences	Medicine & Surgery	83.425	79.425	79.1	81.75	81.35	79.825	80.05
Communication & Media Studies	Mass Communication	74.6	64.275	72.45	73.025	71.9	70.775	71.725
Communication & Media Studies	Public Relations	61.225	NIL	NIL	56.35	NIL	NIL	NIL
Communication & Media Studies	Broadcasting	63.1	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Computing & Informatics	Artificial Intelligence	53.2	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Computing & Informatics	Computer Science	82.05	78.4	73.225	79.175	79.675	78.85	79.875
Computing & Informatics	Cybersecurity	66.075	NIL	60.4	59.975	62.25	59.375	56.75
Computing & Informatics	Software Engineering	59.25	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Creative Arts	Music	63.45	NIL	NIL	59.5	54.65	59.625	NIL
Creative Arts	Film Production	69.625	58.475	65.775	62.875	65.8	55.125	55.3
Creative Arts	Theatre Arts	71.5	70.4	67.2	69.85	68.025	68.775	68.45
Creative Arts	Fine and Applied Arts	66.53	58.23	59.18	54.88	59.50	61.23	65.53
Dental Sciences	Dentistry	79.025	74.575	72.725	77.3	76.325	77.775	76.65
Education	Adult Education	59.325	56.95	57.4	54.975	57.475	51.175	53.625
Education	Education Economics	49.65	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education Business	62.3	NIL	58.475	57.575	NIL	58.35	57.5
Education	Education IRS	60.475	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education English	66.475	59.95	58.675	62.075	59.85	62.1	61.05
Education	Education Early Childhood	60.45	NIL	56.2	54.575	55.95	NIL	59.225
Education	Education Yoruba	57.825	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education French	60.225	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education History	62.575	NIL	NIL	57.975	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education CRS	57	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Educational Administration	59.975	55.05	57.725	51.125	56.7	NIL	53.5
Education	Educational Foundations	57.25	NIL	NIL	52.05	NIL	NIL	54.05
Education	Special Education	52.85	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Health Education	53.5	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Human Kinetics	52.525	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education Biology	57.4	NIL	55.625	55.25	54.725	55.1	56.425
Education	Education Chemistry	53.375	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education Home Economics	55.575	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education Integrated Science	66.7	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education Mathematics	57	NIL	53.25	54.4	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education Physics	56.05	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Education	Education Technology	53.025	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Engineering	Biomedical Engineering	77.05	75.2	70.2	76.175	74.775	66.05	NIL
Engineering	Chemical Engineering	72.925	62.625	63.525	70.925	67.525	64.675	62.75
Engineering	Civil Engineering	74.35	62.675	69.7	71.9	67.775	71.55	68.575
Engineering	Computer Engineering	82.175	80.225	77.35	78.8	75.25	80.875	74.3
Engineering	Electrical Engineering	79.025	67.925	74.625	73.975	67.7	69.2	71.3
Engineering	Mechanical Engineering	79.275	67.625	76.35	77.05	68.8	70.525	74.325
Engineering	Metallurgical & Material Engineering	67.025	64.875	60.825	65.45	60.3	59.375	60.95
Engineering	Petroleum & Gas Engineering	75.025	64.15	66.125	71.675	63.75	68.275	69.425
Engineering	Surveying & Geoformatics Engineering	66.075	58.075	62.5	64.35	58.875	59.75	64.3
Engineering	Systems Engineering	78.8	73.275	72.975	77.925	74.3	73.95	72.525
Environmental Sciences	Building	61.65	54.95	59.325	58.925	56.425	59.025	59.475
Environmental Sciences	Estate Management	56.85	NIL	NIL	52.625	55.225	NIL	56.75
Environmental Sciences	Quantity Surveying	65.95	56.575	59.85	65.175	63.75	50.7	64.625
Environmental Sciences	Urban & Regional Planning	52.825	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Health Professions	Medical & Laboratory Science	75.075	66.525	71.55	73.425	71.625	74.35	69.875
Health Professions	Nursing Sciences	77.925	72.775	73.95	76.275	74.875	75.2	74.1
Health Professions	Physiotherapy	76	72.75	67.4	75.375	74.7	73.675	72.3
Health Professions	Radiography	77.375	73.4	74.9	77.25	75.025	76.475	77.1
Law	Law	79.125	75.975	75.15	77.275	75.55	75.25	76.35
Life Sciences	Biochemistry	67.9	55.95	63.15	63.65	60.625	64.025	57.03
Life Sciences	Botany	54.3	NIL	50.95	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Life Sciences	Cell Biology & Genetics	68.8	65.175	62.35	64.5	53.2	66.15	65.45
Life Sciences	Marine Science	64.825	54.25	54.95	60.975	50.55	59.3	59.075
Life Sciences	Fisheries	59.825	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Life Sciences	Microbiology	67.6	59.75	61.125	66.525	61.475	64.75	65.2
Life Sciences	Zoology	54.825	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Management Sciences	Accounting	73	61.6	65.275	69.35	65.9	68.625	67.85
Management Sciences	Actuarial Science	65.875	65.575	62.925	64.175	52.3	61.5	54.1
Management Sciences	Banking & Finance	70.35	62.775	60.375	68.875	55.6	65.925	64.275
Management Sciences	Business Administration	66.725	55.45	60.025	62.7	57.1	60.25	57.175
Management Sciences	ERHRM	66.025	59	54.975	64	60.125	57.4	59.9
Management Sciences	Insurance	63.125	58.275	57.125	54.425	52.6	54.075	58.275
Management Sciences	Taxation	65.48	55.70	59.88	63.55	50.73	65.33	56.85
Management Sciences	Procurement	58.95	55.55	56.575	54.75	NIL	NIL	NIL
Pharmacy	Pharmacy	78.325	72.875	72.175	76.3	75.275	75.85	74.1
Physical & Earth Sciences	Chemistry	65.4	62.8	59.15	61.25	55.625	59.975	59.875
Physical & Earth Sciences	Industrial Chemistry	54.425	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Physical & Earth Sciences	Environmental Standards	56.275	NIL	NIL	54.95	NIL	NIL	NIL
Physical & Earth Sciences	Geology	64.5	58.125	56.575	61.475	52.575	58.375	63.225
Physical & Earth Sciences	Geophysics	63.75	60.5	55.65	58.45	58.25	57.9	60
Physical & Earth Sciences	Mathematics	58.775	57.5	58.275	57.8	NIL	55.125	NIL
Physical & Earth Sciences	Industrial Mathematics	68.275	64.475	65.775	66.65	60.7	61.775	62.35
Physical & Earth Sciences	Physics	54.5	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Physical & Earth Sciences	Biostatistics	64.35	62.675	58.6	52.025	53.25	NIL	52.2
Physical & Earth Sciences	Data Science	77.25	73.925	72.825	74.425	71.35	76.675	76.475
Physical & Earth Sciences	Statistics	70.45	69.15	64.725	69.9	66.475	65	65.825
Social Sciences	Economics	73.625	62.525	64.9	68.05	62.175	67.35	69.35
Social Sciences	Economics & Development Studies	60.65	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Social Sciences	Geography	55.7	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Social Sciences	Meteorology & Climate Science	51.725	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Social Sciences	Library & Information Science	58.375	NIL	54.1	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL
Social Sciences	Political Science	65.65	59.75	51.5	61.975	58.825	51.5	55.275
Social Sciences	Psychology	70.15	56.975	67.125	62.95	55.8	58.05	60.975
Social Sciences	Public Administration	70.475	67.65	67.375	70.025	66.075	68.7	NIL
Social Sciences	Social Work	65.5	NIL	64.95	64.15	60.325	59.35	59.625
Social Sciences	Sociology	65.65	NIL	55.675	52.675	56.55	56.5	57.925
Social Sciences	Social Standards	53.925	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL	NIL

Candidates should note that NIL means no cut-off mark was listed for that particular catchment category in the published table. They should check the figure applicable to their programme and catchment state when assessing their admission status.

Post-UTME Information

Candidates seeking admission into the University of Lagos must participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise conducted by the university.

Student Portal
https://unilag.edu.ng/student-portal/

Undergraduate Studies Information
https://unilag.edu.ng/unilag-undergraduate-studies/

Hostel / Accommodation

The University of Lagos provides on-campus hostel accommodation through several halls of residence for students.

The last known hostel accommodation fee ranges approximately between ₦25,000 – ₦90,000 per session depending on the hall of residence and room type. Hostel allocation is typically processed through the university portal after payment of accommodation fees.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

UNILAG Notice Board

UNILAG SUG Clarifies Hostel Accommodation Payment Status

The University of Lagos Students’ Union (ULSU) has clarified that payment for hostel accommodation has not started. The union advised students to disregard messages or information claiming that hostel registration or payment has officially commenced.

According to the notice, the hostel payment portal is expected to open in about two weeks and will remain available until the resumption period. Students have also been assured that payment will not be limited to a seven-day period, meaning there is no need to rush to make payment based on unverified claims.

ULSU urged students to remain calm and rely on information released through its official communication channels. Students are particularly advised not to transfer money or make hostel payments through unofficial links or platforms before the university officially announces the commencement of the process.

The clarification was signed by Peter Samuel Opemiposi, Public Relations Officer of the University of Lagos Students’ Union. Further information on hostel registration and payment will be communicated once the official process begins.

Notable Alumni

Some notable alumni of the University of Lagos include:

• Yemi Osinbajo – Nigerian lawyer, professor of law and former Vice-President of Nigeria.
• Wole Soyinka – Nigerian playwright, poet, novelist and Nobel Prize laureate in Literature.
• Grace Alele-Williams – Nigerian mathematician and the first female vice-chancellor of a Nigerian university.
• Enoch Adeboye – Nigerian pastor, mathematician, author and General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God.
• Funke Akindele – Nigerian actress, filmmaker, producer and politician.
• Genevieve Nnaji – Nigerian actress, filmmaker and producer.
• Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) – Nigerian actor, lawyer, journalist and former Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Delta State.
• Stella Damasus – Nigerian actress, singer and television personality.
• Kate Henshaw – Nigerian actress and television personality.
• Ufuoma McDermott – Nigerian actress, filmmaker and model.
• Reekado Banks – Nigerian singer and songwriter.
• Linda Ikeji – Nigerian blogger, writer and entrepreneur.
• Wale Adenuga – Nigerian publisher, filmmaker and businessman.
• Tony Momoh – Nigerian journalist, lawyer, politician and former Minister of Information and Culture.
• Dele Giwa – Nigerian journalist and co-founder of Newswatch magazine.
• Dele Momodu – Nigerian journalist, publisher, entrepreneur and founder of Ovation International.
• Oby Ezekwesili – Nigerian economist, chartered accountant and former Minister of Education and Minister of Solid Minerals.
• Kayode Fayemi – Nigerian academic, author, politician and former Governor of Ekiti State.
• Niyi Adebayo – Nigerian lawyer, politician and former Governor of Ekiti State.
• Akinwunmi Ambode – Nigerian accountant, politician and former Governor of Lagos State.
• Willie Obiano – Nigerian politician and former Governor of Anambra State.
• Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo – Nigerian accountant, politician and former Governor of Gombe State.
• Adewale Tinubu – Nigerian lawyer, businessman and Group Chief Executive of Oando PLC.
• Femi Otedola – Nigerian businessman, investor and philanthropist.
• Michael Olawale-Cole – Nigerian businessman and former President of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
• Sonny Kuku – Nigerian physician, professor of medicine and co-founder of EKO Hospital.
• Olufolake Abdulrazaq – Nigerian lawyer, diplomat and former First Lady of Kwara State.
• Tunji Alausa – Nigerian physician, nephrologist and former Minister of Education.
• John Momoh – Nigerian journalist, broadcaster and Chairman/CEO of Channels Television.
• Bisi Alimi – Nigerian public speaker, LGBT rights advocate and HIV/AIDS activist.
• Sasha P (Anthonia Yetunde Alabi) – Nigerian lawyer, rapper, entrepreneur and motivational speaker.
• Funsho Williams – Nigerian engineer, civil servant and politician.
• Daniel Kolawole Olukoya – Nigerian scientist, pastor and founder of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries.
• Fabian Ajogwu – Nigerian lawyer, professor and Senior Advocate of Nigeria.
• Omowunmi Akinnifesi – Nigerian businesswoman, environmental advocate and former Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria.
• Adewale Ayuba – Nigerian Fuji musician and songwriter.
• Wunmi Obe – Nigerian singer, songwriter and member of the musical duo Wunmi & Tunde Obe.
• Daré Art Alade – Nigerian musician, television presenter and creative entrepreneur.
• Tiwa Savage – Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress.
• Jubril Adewale Tinubu – Nigerian businessman and Group Chief Executive of Oando PLC.
• Jennifer Adighije – Nigerian engineer and Managing Director/CEO of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company.

Official Website/Login Portal Links

Official Website
https://unilag.edu.ng/

Distance Learning Institute
https://dli.unilag.edu.ng/

School of Postgraduate Studies
https://spgs.unilag.edu.ng/

Admissions Information
https://unilag.edu.ng/admission/

Student Portal
https://unilag.edu.ng/student-portal/

Undergraduate Studies
https://unilag.edu.ng/unilag-undergraduate-studies/

Contact Information

University of Lagos
Akoka, Yaba
Lagos State
Nigeria

Phone: +234-1-4932669 (last known)

Email: info@unilag.edu.ng (last known)

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the University of Lagos located?

The University of Lagos is located in Akoka, Yaba, Lagos State, Nigeria.

When was UNILAG established?

The University of Lagos was established in 1962 by the Federal Government of Nigeria.

What courses are offered at UNILAG?

UNILAG offers programmes in engineering, sciences, medicine, law, social sciences, management sciences, environmental sciences, education, and the arts.

Does UNILAG conduct Post-UTME screening?

Yes. Candidates seeking admission must participate in the UNILAG Post-UTME screening exercise.

What is the cut-off mark for UNILAG?

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 200. Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.