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University of Jos (UNIJOS)Courses, Portals & Admission Guide

Plateau State, Nigeria
UNIJOS, Josite

NELFUND Loan

Approved

JAMB Cut-Off

180+

General baseline is 180. Professional courses like Medicine (240+), Nursing (220+), and Law (230+) require much higher scores.

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦130k - ₦165k

Estimated range for Fresh Students following recent federal fee adjustments. Returning students pay a significantly reduced rate.

Acceptance Fee

₦50,000

2nd Choice

Not Accepted

Overview

The University of Jos (UNIJOS), established in 1975, is a renowned federal research institution in Plateau State. It is widely recognized for its excellence in Medical Sciences, Law, and its pioneering Faculty of Education.

UNIJOS operates across three main areas: the Permanent Site at Naraguta, the Bauchi Road Campus, and the Lamingo Campus (JUTH). The university offers a unique climate and a multicultural student environment in the heart of Jos.

💡 Pro Tip: UNIJOS strictly prioritizes first-choice candidates. If you are applying for Medicine or Nursing, ensure your O'Level results are verified early, as the university has a rigorous verification process for clinical sciences.

Admission Requirements

All Candidates must have chosen UNIJOS as their FIRST CHOICE in the JAMB UTME. You must possess five (5) O'Level credit passes at not more than two sittings including English Language and Mathematics.

Undergraduate UTME

Candidates must achieve a minimum UTME score of 180 and successfully complete the UNIJOS online Post-UTME screening exercise.

Undergraduate Direct Entry

DE candidates must possess relevant A-Level results (Diploma, NCE, IJMB, or Cambridge) and have them officially verified by the issuing institution.

Special Education Notice

UNIJOS is national leader in Special Education. Adjusted physical screening requirements are available for candidates with visual or hearing impairments applying for these programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does UNIJOS accept second choice?
No, the University of Jos (UNIJOS) only considers candidates who chose them as their first choice institution in JAMB.
Is UNIJOS eligible for the NELFUND loan?
Yes, as a federal government university, UNIJOS students are eligible to apply for the NELFUND student loan scheme.
Which campus is the Faculty of Law in UNIJOS?
The Faculty of Law is primarily located at the Bauchi Road Campus (Town Campus) in Jos.

Campuses

Naraguta Campus (Permanent Site)

Naraguta, Jos North

Bauchi Road Campus (Town Campus)

Bauchi Road, Jos North

JUTH Campus (Clinical Sciences)

Lamingo, Jos North

Academic Faculties

Faculty of Agriculture
  • Agricultural Economics and Extension
  • Agriculture
  • Animal Production
  • Crop Production
Faculty of Arts
  • Arabic Studies
  • Archaeology
  • Christian Religious Studies
  • English Language
  • Fine and Applied Arts
  • French
  • History and International Studies
  • Islamic Studies
  • Linguistics and Nigerian Languages
  • Literature in English
  • Mass Communication
  • Music
  • Religious Studies
  • Theatre And Film Studies
College of Health Sciences
Faculty of Computing
  • Computer Science
Faculty of Education
  • Adult Education
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Special Education
  • Teacher Education Science
  • Technical Education
  • Guidance and Counseling
Faculty of Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical / Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mining Engineering
Faculty of Management Sciences
  • Accounting
  • Actuarial Science
  • Banking and Finance
  • Business Administration
  • Insurance
  • Marketing
Faculty of Law
  • Law

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