As an aspiring candidate of Lagos State University (LASU), it is somewhat essential that you know the LASU Cut Off Mark for your choice of course.
Hello! Welcome to Fountain Of School News, here I will be explaining every detail bit by bit regarding LASU Cut Off Mark.
If you have applied to this prestigious university or are planning to apply, I seriously urge you to pay attention to details.
Brief History Of Lagos State University LASU
Lagos State University (LASU) was established in 1983 by the Lagos State government under the administration of Alhaji Lateef Jakande. The university was set up to provide accessible and quality higher education to the growing population of Lagos State and beyond. Initially, LASU had three faculties: Commerce and Business Administration, Law, and Medicine.
Over the years, LASU has expanded significantly, developing into a world-class institution offering diverse academic programs across multiple faculties and campuses. The university operates a multi-campus system, with the main campus located in Ojo, and other campuses in Epe and Ikeja.
LASU has produced thousands of graduates who have contributed significantly to various sectors of the economy, and has attracted international funding, including for the establishment of a World Bank Group Africa Centre for Excellence on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
LASU offers a wide range of courses which include
- Medicine and Surgery
- Law
- Microbiology
- Accounting
- Computer Science
- Engineering (Agricultural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, and Petroleum)
- Environmental Science (Architecture, Building, and Urban Planning)
- Humanities (Linguistics, Philosophy, and Religious Studies)
- Social Sciences (Economics, Political Science, and Sociology)
- Education
- Basic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Biochemistry, and Physiology)
- Clinical Medicine (Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics/Gynecology)
What Is Cut Off Mark??
In an attempt to delve into the main purpose of writing this article I would like to first define what cut off marks mean.
Cut off mark is the minimum score which an aspiring student is expected to achieve in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (JAMB UTME) before applying for any tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
Whether Universities, Polytechnics, School of Health Sciences, College of Education. Any tertiary institutions at all, name it.
Meeting the Cut Off Mark is the first prerequisite for application.
LASU Cut Off Mark
From what I explained Cut Off Mark to mean in the above paragraph, you will get to understand that Lagos State University Cut Off Mark is the minimum score which you must attain in the UTME exam before proceeding to apply for Lagos State University.
This Cut Off Mark for the year 2025/2026 Academic Session is set to be 140 in the Joint Admission and Matriculation Examination JAMB UTME.
This is an attainable Cut Off Mark for students who really desires and want to study in the university.
LASU Cut Off Mark For All Courses
If you have a particular course in mind and have been waiting to see what the cut is in LASU, check the table below
| Department | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Department of English Language | 195 |
| History and International Studies | 195 |
| Department of Philosophy | 195 |
| Theatre Arts and Music | 195 |
| Foreign Languages (French, Portuguese, etc.) | 195 |
| Department of Yoruba and Communication Arts | 195 |
| Christian Religious Studies | 195 |
| Islamic Religious Studies | 195 |
| Economics | 195 |
| Political Science | 195 |
| Sociology | 195 |
| Department of Psychology | 195 |
| Department of Transport Management and Planning | 195 |
| Public Administration | 195 |
| Geography and Planning | 195 |
| Department of Accounting | 195 |
| Banking and Finance | 195 |
| Business Administration | 195 |
| Department of Industrial Relations and Personnel Management | 195 |
| Department of Insurance | 195 |
| Department of Marketing | 195 |
| Department of Public Administration | 195 |
| Department of Adult Education | 195 |
| Department of Educational Management | 195 |
| Department of Guidance and Counselling | 195 |
| Science and Technology Education | 195 |
| Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education | 195 |
| Educational Foundations and Counselling Psychology | 195 |
| Human Kinetics, Sports, and Health Education | 195 |
| Library and Information Science | 195 |
| Department of Private and Property Law | 195 |
| Department of Public Law | 195 |
| Department of Islamic and Customary Law | 195 |
| Jurisprudence and International Law | 195 |
| Commercial and Industrial Law | 195 |
| Department of Botany | 195 |
| Department of Zoology | 195 |
| Department of Chemistry | 195 |
| Department of Physics | 195 |
| Department of Mathematics | 195 |
| Department of Computer Science | 195 |
| Department of Fisheries | 195 |
| Department of Microbiology | 195 |
| Department of Biochemistry | 195 |
| Department of Environmental Science | 195 |
| Department of Mechanical Engineering | 195 |
| Department of Civil Engineering | 195 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 195 |
| Department of Chemical Engineering | 195 |
| Computer and Systems Engineering | 195 |
| Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering | 195 |
| Department of Mass Communication | 195 |
| Department of Broadcasting | 195 |
| Public Relations and Advertising | 195 |
| Journalism and Media Studies | 195 |
| Department of Agricultural Economics | 195 |
| Department of Crop Science | 195 |
| Department of Animal Science | 195 |
| Fisheries and Aquaculture | 195 |
| Department of Soil Science | 195 |
| Department of Medicine and Surgery | 220 |
| Medical Microbiology and Parasitology | 195 |
| Hematology and Blood Transfusion | 195 |
| Department of Anesthesia | 195 |
| Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics | 195 |
| Department of Anatomy | 195 |
| Department of Physiology | 195 |
| Medical Biochemistry | 195 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | 195 |
| Department of Periodontology | 195 |
| Department of Restorative Dentistry | 195 |
| Department of Child Dental Health | 195 |
| Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine |
Lagos State University Post UTME Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of application.
- They must possess a minimum of five (5) credit passes in relevant O’Level subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings from recognized examination bodies such as WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB.
- Additionally All applicants are required to participate in the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination and attain at least the prescribed cut-off mark for LASU.
- Additionally, candidates must have selected Lagos State University (LASU) as their first-choice institution during JAMB registration.
How To Calculate LASU Aggregate Cut Off Mark
To calculate your LASU Post UTME aggregate score, divide your UTME score by 8 and your Post UTME score by 2.
For example, If Adamu scored 280 in JAMB and 60% in the Post UTME,then:
280 ÷ 8 = 35
60 ÷ 2 = 30
Finally, 35 + 30 = 65%
So, Adamu’s overall LASU aggregate score is 65%.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who Can Apply For LASU Post UTME?
Candidates who chose LASU as their first choice and scored a minimum of 150 in the UTME can apply.
Can I apply If LASU Wasn’t My First Choice?
Yes, you can change your institution to LASU via the JAMB portal before the application deadline.
How Do I Apply For LASU Post UTME?
Visit the LASU website, click on the Post UTME/Direct Entry Application link, enter your JAMB registration number, pay the screening fee (₦2,000), and complete the application form.What Documents Are Required?You’ll need your JAMB registration number, O-Level results, and passport photograph.
What Is The Screening Process Like?
The screening process includes an aptitude test, and the date will be announced on the LASU portal.
How Is Admission Determined?
Admission is based on UTME/DE score (70%) and O’Level grades (30%).
When Is The Screening/Post UTME Exam?
The screening exam date will be announced on the LASU portal.
Conclusion
If you know Lagos State University (LASU) very well, you will understand that the institution is very prestigious, therefore as a determined aspirant do all due diligence to secure your admission into the university.
However, For any inquiries reach out to us at FSN Media, or better still visit the university official portal at https://www.lasu.edu.ng
