List of Private institutions That Offers Admissions Without JAMB
Afe Babalola University, along with Al-Muhibbah Open University, provides an alternative pathway for students seeking admission without the necessity of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination. These institutions primarily require candidates to possess O’Level credits as part of their admission criteria. It is important to note that while JAMB may not be a prerequisite for initial admission, some students may still need to undergo JAMB Regularization later, particularly for purposes related to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). This flexibility can benefit prospective students who may not have performed well in the JAMB examination or those who wish to explore diverse academic options. The unique admission policies of such private institutions contribute to a more inclusive educational environment, fostering access to higher education for a broader range of students.
many private institutions in Nigeria offer admission without JAMB (Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board) via pathways like Open Universities, Distance Learning Centers, JUPEB, or Direct Entry, with examples including Miva Open University,
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, and Al-Muhibbah Open University, primarily requiring O’Level credits for admission, though some still need JAMB Regularization later for NYSC.
Private Universities & Open Universities (No JAMB Needed for Entry):
- Miva Open University: Nigeria’s first private open university, offering direct admission with O’Level credits, tech-focused, online/remote learning.
- National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN): Public, but functions like private with flexible, self-paced learning; no JAMB required, just O’Levels.
- Al-Muhibbah Open University (Abuja): NUC-approved, O’Level based admission for distance learning.
- Iconic University of Open Learning: Offers bachelor’s degrees without JAMB, but regularization needed for NYSC.
- Afe Babalola University (ABUAD): A leading private university known for quality, often accessed via Direct Entry or specific programs.
- Lead City University (LCU): Requires O’Level credits in five subjects, including Math & English, for entry.
- Babcock University (BUCODEL): Offers online/distance learning programs without requiring JAMB score for admission.
How They Offer Admission Without JAMB:
- Open & Distance Learning (ODL): Models like NOUN, Miva, and Iconic focus on remote, flexible learning with O’Level entry.
- IJMB/JUPEB/Remedial Programs: Students complete these A-Level equivalent programs and gain Direct Entry into universities (public/private) without JAMB.
- Direct Entry (DE): Using A-Levels, OND, HND, or NCE to get admitted directly into 200L, bypassing JAMB UTME.
Key Requirement:
- O’Level Credits: Most institutions require 5 credits at SSCE/NECO/NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics, in one or two sittings.
Always confirm specific requirements and NUC accreditation on the university’s official website before applying.
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2. Madonna University, Okija 1999
3. Igbinedion University, Okada 1999
4. Bowen University, Iwo 2001
5. Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos 2002
6. Benson Idahosa University, Benin City 2002
7. Redeemers University, Mowe, Ogun State 2005
8. Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo 2005
9. Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin 2005
10. Caritas University, Amorji-Nke, Enugu 2005
11. Bingham University, AutaBalefi, Karu, Nasarawa State 2005
12. Al-Qalam University, Katsina 2005
13. Renaissance University, Enugu 2005
14. Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State 2005
15. Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State 2005
16. Crawford University, Igbesa, Ogun State 2005
17. Kwararafa University, Wukari (formerly Wukari Jubilee University) 2005
18. Crescent University, Abeokuta 2005
19. Novena University, Ogume, Delta State 2005
20. University of Mkar, Mkar 2005
21. Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji Osun State 2006
22. Caleb University, Lagos 2007
23. Fountain University, Osogbo 2007
24. Obong University, Obong Ntak 2007
25. Salem University, Lokoja 2007
26. Tansian University, Umunya, Anambra State 2007
27. Veritas University, Abuja 2007
28. Wesley University of Science & Technology, Ondo 2007
29. Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State 2007
30. The Achievers University, Owo 2007
31. Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State 2009
32. Godfrey Okoye University, Ugwuomu- Nike, Enugu State
33. Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Osun State 2009
34. Paul University, Awka, Anambra State 2009
35. Rhema University, Obeama-Asa, Rivers State 2009
36. Wellspring University, Evbuobanosa, Edo State 2009
37. Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State 2011
38. Baze University, Abuja 2011
39. Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State 2011
40. Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa, Edo State 2011
41. Elizade University, Ilara- Mokin, Ondo State 2012
42. Evangel University, Akaeze, Ebonyi State 2012
43. Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State 2012
44. McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ajebo, Ogun State 2012
45. Southwestern University, Okun Owa, Ogun State 2012.
46. Augustine, University, Ilara, Lagos State 2015
47. Chrisland University, Owode, Ogun State 2015
48. Christopher University, Mowe, Ogun State 2015
49. Hallmark University, Ijebu Itele, Ogun State 2015
50. Kings University, Ode Omu, Osun State 2015
51. Michael and Cecilia Ibru University, Owhrode, Delta State 2015
52. Mountain Top University, Ogun State 2015
53. Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State 2015
54. Summit University, Offa, Kwara State 2015
55. Edwin Clark University, University, Kiagbodo, Delta State 2015
56. Hezekiah University, Umudi, Imo State 2015
57. Anchor University, Ayobo, Lagos 2016
58. Arthur Jarvis Akpabuyo University, Calabar, Cross River 2016
59. Clifford University, Owerinta, Abia 2016
60. Coal City University, Enugu 2016
61. Crown Hill University, Kwara 2016
62. Dominican University, Ibadan, Oyo 2016
63. Kola Daisy University, also in Ibadan 2016
64. Legacy University, Okija, Anambra State 2016.
