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UTME & Direct Entry — 100 Level and 200 Level Admission

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Overview

Paul University offers undergraduate admission through two main pathways: the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for 100 level admission, and Direct Entry for 200 level admission. Our undergraduate programmes span seven faculties and over 35 departments, providing diverse academic options.

As a private university owned by the Anglican Church (Church of Nigeria), Paul University combines academic excellence with moral and spiritual formation. Our graduates are distinguished by both their professional competence and their character.

Who Should Apply?

UTME candidates who have written JAMB and scored the required cut-off mark, and Direct Entry candidates with A'Level, OND, NCE, HND, or JUPEB qualifications seeking admission into degree programmes.

Eligibility at a Glance

  • JAMB score of 180+
  • 5 O'Level credits including English
  • Direct Entry: A'Level / OND / NCE / JUPEB
UTME Score RequiredDirect Entry Available100L & 200L

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum JAMB (UTME) score of 180 and above
  • Minimum of five (5) O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics
  • Credits must be obtained at not more than two (2) sittings
  • Specific departmental requirements must be met (check department pages for details)
  • Direct Entry: Minimum of two A'Level passes or equivalent (OND Upper Credit, NCE Merit, JUPEB minimum of 3 points)

Application Process

1

Register for JAMB (UTME)

Register and sit for the JAMB Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. Choose Paul University, Awka as your preferred institution.

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2

Purchase Paul University Application Form

Visit the Paul University admissions portal to purchase and fill the university's application form.

3

Complete Online Application

Fill in all required information including personal details, academic records, programme choice, and upload required documents.

4

Pay Application Fee

Pay the non-refundable application processing fee through the online portal.

5

Submit Application

Review all information carefully and submit your application. Save your application number for reference.

6

Attend Screening Exercise

Come to campus on the scheduled screening date with original documents for verification.

7

Check Admission Status

Log in to the admissions portal to check if you have been offered admission.

8

Accept Admission & Pay Fees

If offered admission, accept online, print your admission letter, and proceed to pay school fees and register.

Fees & Charges

Fee TypeAmount
Application Form Fee₦ 12,000
Acceptance Fee₦ 75,000
School Fees — Science ProgrammesPer session₦ 450,000
School Fees — Arts & Social SciencesPer session₦ 380,000
School Fees — EngineeringPer session₦ 500,000
School Fees — LawPer session₦ 480,000
Accommodation (Optional)Per session₦ 180,000
Caution Deposit (Refundable)One-time₦ 10,000

Fees are subject to review. Visit the Bursary Department for the most current fee schedule.

Available Programmes

Degree programmes offered under this pathway. Click a department to view details.

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

2 programmes
Public Health
B.Sc. Public Health4yr • 200
B.Sc. Public Health4yr • 100

Faculty of Arts

12 programmes
English & Literary Studies
B.A. English & Literary Studies4yr • 100
B.A. English & Literary Studies4yr • 200
English Literature
B.A. English Literature4yr • 200
B.A. English Literature4yr • 100
History & International Relations
B.A. History & International Relations4yr • 200
B.A. History & International Relations4yr • 100
Religion
B.A. Religion4yr • 200
B.A. Religion4yr • 100
Theatre Arts
B.A. Theatre Arts4yr • 100
B.A. Theatre Arts4yr • 200
Theology
B.A. Theology4yr • 200
B.A. Theology4yr • 100

Faculty of Computing Sciences & Technology

6 programmes
Artificial Intelligence
B.Sc. Artificial Intelligence4yr • 200
B.Sc. Artificial Intelligence4yr • 100
Cybersecurity
B.Sc. Cybersecurity4yr • 200
B.Sc. Cybersecurity4yr • 100
Software Engineering
B.Sc. Software Engineering4yr • 100
B.Sc. Software Engineering4yr • 200

Faculty of Engineering

12 programmes
Computer Engineering
B.Eng. Computer Engineering4yr • 200
B.Eng. Computer Engineering4yr • 100
M.Eng. Computer Engineering4yr • 200
M.Eng. Computer Engineering4yr • 100
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
B.Eng. Electrical & Electronic Engineering4yr • 100
B.Eng. Electrical & Electronic Engineering4yr • 200
M.Eng. Electrical Engineering4yr • 200
M.Eng. Electrical Engineering4yr • 100
Engineering
B.Eng. Computer Engineering4yr • 200
B.Eng. Computer Engineering4yr • 100
B.Eng. Electrical & Electronic Engineering4yr • 100
B.Eng. Electrical & Electronic Engineering4yr • 200

Faculty of Law

2 programmes
Law
LL.B (Hons)4yr • 200
LL.B (Hons)4yr • 100

Faculty of Management & Social Sciences

28 programmes
Accountancy
B.Sc. Accountancy4yr • 200
B.Sc. Accountancy4yr • 100
Banking & Finance
B.Sc. Banking & Finance4yr • 100
B.Sc. Banking & Finance4yr • 200
Business Administration
B.Sc. Business Administration4yr • 100
B.Sc. Business Administration4yr • 200
Economics
B.Sc. Economics4yr • 100
B.Sc. Economics4yr • 200
Health Information Management
B.Sc. Health Information Management4yr • 100
B.Sc. Health Information Management4yr • 200
Library and Information Science
B.Sc. Library & Information Science4yr • 200
B.Sc. Library & Information Science4yr • 100
Management & Entrepreneurial Studies
B.Sc. Management & Entrepreneurial Studies4yr • 100
B.Sc. Management & Entrepreneurial Studies4yr • 200
Marketing
B.Sc. Marketing4yr • 100
B.Sc. Marketing4yr • 200
Mass Communication
B.Sc. Mass Communication4yr • 200
B.Sc. Mass Communication4yr • 100
Political Science
B.Sc. Political Science4yr • 100
B.Sc. Political Science4yr • 200
Psychology
B.Sc. Psychology4yr • 200
B.Sc. Psychology4yr • 100
Public Administration
B.Sc. Public Administration4yr • 100
B.Sc. Public Administration4yr • 200
MPA4yr • 100
MPA4yr • 200
Sociology
B.Sc. Sociology4yr • 200
B.Sc. Sociology4yr • 100

Faculty of Natural & Applied Sciences

18 programmes
Biochemistry
B.Sc. Biochemistry4yr • 100
B.Sc. Biochemistry4yr • 200
Botany
B.Sc. Botany4yr • 200
B.Sc. Botany4yr • 100
Computer Science
B.Sc. Computer Science4yr • 200
B.Sc. Computer Science4yr • 100
Management Information System
B.Sc. Management Information System4yr • 200
B.Sc. Management Information System4yr • 100
Microbiology
B.Sc. Microbiology4yr • 200
B.Sc. Microbiology4yr • 100
Pure & Industrial Chemistry
B.Sc. Pure & Industrial Chemistry4yr • 100
B.Sc. Pure & Industrial Chemistry4yr • 200
Pure & Industrial Physics
B.Sc. Physics4yr • 100
B.Sc. Physics4yr • 200
Pure Mathematics
B.Sc. Mathematics4yr • 200
B.Sc. Mathematics4yr • 100
Zoology
B.Sc. Zoology4yr • 100
B.Sc. Zoology4yr • 200

Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences

2 programmes
Computer Science and Information Technology
B.Sc. Computer Science and Information TechnologyB.Sc4yr • 100
B.Sc. Computer Science and Information TechnologyB.Sc4yr • 200

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Opens

15 Jan 2026

Application Closes

31 Aug 2026

Screening Date

1 Oct 2026

Resumption

1 Dec 2026

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Application deadline: 31 August 2026

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