General Cut Off Mark
For the 2025/2026 academic year, the minimum cut-off mark for admission into AAU is set at 140. This aligns with the guidelines established by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), which has also set the minimum cut-off for all universities in Nigeria at 140.
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Importance of Cut Off Marks
Cut-off marks are essential in the admission process as they determine which candidates are eligible to apply for specific courses. Meeting this threshold is the first step toward securing a place in the university, but it does not guarantee admission. Candidates must also perform well in subsequent assessments, such as Post UTME screenings.
Course-Specific Cut Off Marks
While the general cut-off mark is 140, certain competitive courses at AAU have higher requirements. The following are some examples of course-specific cut-off marks:
- Law: 55
- Mass Communication: 48
- Engineering: 40
These higher cut-off marks reflect the popularity and competitiveness of these programs, indicating that applicants should aim for scores above the general threshold to enhance their chances of admission.
AAU Departments Cut Off Marks
Below is a detailed list of AAU’s departmental cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session:
| Faculty | Department | Cut-Off Mark |
| Faculty of Agriculture | Animal Science | 35 |
| Agricultural Economics and Extension | 35 | |
| Crop Science | 35 | |
| Soil Science | 35 | |
| Faculty of Arts | English | 35 |
| Modern Languages | 35 | |
| History | 35 | |
| Philosophy | 35 | |
| Mass Communication | 48 | |
| Religious Management and Cultural Studies | 35 | |
| Theatre and Media Arts | 42 | |
| Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences | Anatomy | 40 |
| Human Physiology | 40 | |
| Nursing Science | No Cut-Off Mark Listed | |
| Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) | No Cut-Off Mark Listed | |
| Faculty of Education | Accounting Education | 35 |
| English Education | 35 | |
| Biology Education | 35 | |
| Early Childhood Education | 35 | |
| Mathematics Education | 35 | |
| Physics Education | 35 | |
| Social Studies | 35 | |
| French Education | 35 | |
| Computer Science Education | 35 | |
| Educational Management | 35 | |
| History Education | 35 | |
| Religious Studies Education | 35 | |
| Economics Education | 35 | |
| Geography Education | 35 | |
| Guidance and Counselling | 35 | |
| Political Science Education | 35 | |
| Health Education | 35 | |
| Human Kinetics Education | 35 | |
| Agricultural Education | 35 | |
| Home Economics Education | 35 | |
| Technical Education | 35 | |
| Faculty of Engineering and Technology | Civil Engineering | 40 |
| Electrical/Electronics Engineering | 40 | |
| Mechanical Engineering | 40 | |
| Industrial and Production Engineering | 38 | |
| Faculty of Environmental Studies | Architecture | 35 |
| Building | 35 | |
| Fine and Applied Arts | 35 | |
| Geography and Environmental Management | 35 | |
| Faculty of Life Sciences | Biochemistry | 40 |
| Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 40 | |
| Microbiology | 45 | |
| Plant Science and Biotechnology | 35 | |
| Zoology | 35 | |
| Faculty of Law | Law | 55 |
| Faculty of Management Sciences | Accounting | 40 |
| Banking and Finance | 35 | |
| Business Administration | 43 | |
| Public Administration | 35 | |
| Faculty of Physical Sciences | Chemistry (Pure) | 35 |
| Industrial Chemistry | 35 | |
| Computer Science | 40 | |
| Physics | 35 | |
| Geophysics | 35 | |
| Mathematics | 35 | |
| Industrial Mathematics | 35 | |
| Statistics | 35 | |
| Faculty of Social Sciences | Economics | 35 |
| Political Science | 40 | |
| Psychology | 35 | |
| Sociology | 35 | |
| Library and Information Science | 35 |
AAU JAMB and Departmental Cut Off Marks
Note that AAU’s departmental cut-off marks are not the same as JAMB cut-off mark. While JAMB cut-off is the minimum score, departmental cut-off marks is what determines if you can get your desired course. These are based on overall performance of candidates.
FAQs About AAU Cut Off Marks
Q: Is AAU departmental cut-off mark for 2025/2026 out?
A: Yes! All cut-off marks for all courses have been released.
Q: What is JAMB cut-off mark for AAU 2025/2026?
A: 140, but higher for competitive courses like Law and Mass Communication.
Q: Does AAU accept 120 score?
A: No, AAU doesn’t accept scores below 140 for now. Any changes will be announced.
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the cut-off mark, applicants must fulfill several other criteria to be considered for admission at AAU:
- O’Level Results: Candidates must possess a minimum of five credits in relevant subjects, including Mathematics and English, obtained from recognized examinations such as WAEC or NECO.
- Post UTME Screening: After meeting the initial cut-off mark, candidates must participate in a Post UTME screening exercise, which further assesses their readiness for university-level education.
Implications of Meeting the Cut Off Mark
Meeting or exceeding the cut-off mark is crucial for candidates but does not guarantee admission due to various factors that influence final decisions:
- Performance in Post UTME examinations
- Availability of slots in desired programs
- Overall competitiveness of applicants
Conclusion
The release of the AAU cut-off mark for the 2025/2026 academic session provides essential information for prospective students aiming to study at Ambrose Alli University. With a minimum requirement of 140, students are encouraged to prepare adequately not only to meet this benchmark but also to excel in any additional assessments required by the university.