If you sat for the 2026 UTME and plan to study a health-related course in Enugu, one of the first things you need to know is the Federal University of Allied Health Sciences (FUAHSE) cut off mark.

Meeting the required cut off mark is the first step towards securing admission. Candidates who do not meet the minimum score may not be eligible for the Post UTME screening exercise, while those who meet the requirement can proceed with the admission process.

FUAHSE Cut Off Mark for 2026/2027

The approved JAMB cut off mark for admission into FUAHSE for the 2026/2027 academic session is 150.

Candidates who scored 150 and above in the 2026 UTME and selected FUAHSE as their preferred institution are eligible to participate in the admission screening process.

FUAHSE Departmental Cut Off Marks 2026/2027

The following departmental cut off marks are expected for admission consideration.

S/N

Course

Cut Off Mark

1

Nursing Sciences

160

2

Medical Laboratory Science

160

3

Radiography

160

4

Public Health

160

5

Social Work

160

6

Dental Technology

160

7

Dental Therapy

150

8

Medical Rehabilitation Therapy (Physiotherapy)

150

9

Prosthetics and Orthotics

150

10

Health Information Management

150

11

Healthcare Management

150

12

Biomedical Engineering

150

13

Human Anatomy

150

14

Physiology

150

15

Biochemistry

150

16

Microbiology

150

Candidates seeking admission into competitive programmes should aim for scores above the minimum requirement to improve their chances of admission.

Courses Offered at FUAHSE

FUAHSE offers a wide range of health science and allied health programmes approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

Health and Allied Health Programmes

  • Nursing Sciences

  • Medical Laboratory Science

  • Radiography

  • Social Work

  • Public Health

  • Dental Technology

  • Dental Therapy

  • Medical Rehabilitation Therapy (Physiotherapy)

  • Prosthetics and Orthotics

  • Health Information Management

  • Healthcare Management

  • Biomedical Engineering

  • Human Anatomy

  • Physiology

  • Biochemistry

  • Microbiology

Emerging Programmes

The university has also expanded into technology driven and specialised healthcare fields, including:

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • Biotechnology

  • Software Engineering

  • Speech Therapy

  • Other health technology related programmes

FUAHSE Admission Requirements

UTME Requirements

Candidates applying through UTME must:

  • Score at least 150 in the 2026 UTME

  • Choose FUAHSE as first choice institution

  • Possess at least five O'Level credits including English Language and Mathematics

  • Obtain the required credits in not more than two sittings

  • Upload O'Level results to JAMB CAPS

  • Be at least 16 years old at the time of admission

Candidates who did not initially choose FUAHSE can apply after completing a change of institution through JAMB.

Direct Entry Requirements

Direct Entry candidates must:

  • Possess ND, HND, NCE or a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

  • Meet the O'Level requirements

  • Register through JAMB Direct Entry

  • Select FUAHSE as their institution of choice

  • Submit required academic records when requested

How the FUAHSE Admission Process Works

Admission into FUAHSE follows several stages.

Stage

Description

UTME

Candidate sits for JAMB and scores at least 150

Post UTME

Candidate participates in the university screening exercise

Aggregate Score

UTME and screening scores are combined

Admission Selection

Candidates are ranked according to performance

Admission Offer

Successful candidates receive admission

Meeting the cut off mark only makes a candidate eligible for screening. Final admission depends on overall performance and programme competitiveness.

FUAHSE Post UTME Screening

Qualified candidates are expected to:

  • Purchase the Post UTME form when released

  • Complete online registration

  • Upload required documents

  • Participate in the screening exercise

Candidates should ensure that all information provided during registration is accurate and consistent with their JAMB records.

Can I Gain Admission Into FUAHSE With 150?

Yes. Candidates who score 150 can apply for admission into several programmes offered by FUAHSE.

However, highly competitive courses such as Nursing Sciences, Medical Laboratory Science and Radiography may require stronger aggregate scores during admission selection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the general cut off mark for FUAHSE for 2026/2027?
A: The general JAMB cut off mark for FUAHSE is 150.

Q: Can I gain admission into FUAHSE with 150?
A: Yes. Candidates who score 150 and meet other admission requirements may participate in the screening exercise and be considered for admission.

Q: Does FUAHSE accept Direct Entry candidates?
A: Yes. FUAHSE accepts qualified Direct Entry candidates who meet the required academic qualifications.

Q: Must I choose FUAHSE as my first choice institution?
A: Yes. Candidates must select FUAHSE as their first choice institution before they can be considered for admission.

Q: Is O'Level result upload compulsory?
A: Yes. Candidates must upload their O'Level results to JAMB CAPS as part of the admission process.

Q: What is the minimum age requirement for admission?
A: Candidates must be at least 16 years old at the time of admission.

Q: Does meeting the cut off mark guarantee admission?
A: No. Meeting the cut off mark only qualifies a candidate for screening. Admission depends on overall performance and available spaces.

Q: Does FUAHSE conduct Post UTME screening?
A: Yes. Qualified candidates are expected to participate in the university's Post UTME screening exercise before admission can be offered.