The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has officially released the departmental cut-off marks for the Faculty of Science for the 2026/2027 academic session. Prospective candidates can now review the minimum score requirements across Merit, Catchment Areas, and Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS) categories.
Key Takeaway: The baseline cut-off mark for most science programmes is 50.00, though a few competitive courses have slightly higher requirements.
OAU Faculty of Science Cut-Off Marks Table
Highlights: Courses with Higher Cut-Off Marks
While standard entry requirements sit at 50.00 across most departments (including Applied Geophysics, Botany, Chemistry, Engineering Physics, Geology, Industrial Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, and Zoology), three programmes stand out with higher cut-offs:
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Biochemistry: 50.93 (Highest in the faculty)
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Microbiology: 50.78
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Science Laboratory Technology: 50.13
Note: Interestingly, the published figures remain uniform across the Merit, Catchment States (Osun, Oyo, Ondo, Ogun, Ekiti, Lagos), and ELDS columns for each specific course.
Does Meeting the Cut-Off Mark Guarantee Admission?
No. Meeting or exceeding the OAU departmental cut-off mark is a mandatory prerequisite, but it does not automatically guarantee admission.
Final admission decisions depend on multiple factors, including:
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The total pool and academic credentials of qualified applicants.
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Available carrying capacity/space in the department.
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Compliance with institutional and JAMB screening guidelines.
Quick Tips for OAU Aspirants
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Verify Requirements: Double-check your preferred course’s specific criteria to ensure your O’Levels and JAMB score match.
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Stay Updated: Rely strictly on official OAU portals and JAMB channels. Avoid unverified information circulating on social media.
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Complete All Steps: Ensure your post-UTME screening and document uploads are executed correctly and within stipulated deadlines.
