LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY [LASU] RELEASES PRE-DEGREE STUDIES ADMISSION FORM FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Lagos State University (LASU) has officially commenced the sale of application forms for admission into its Pre-Degree Studies (PDS) Programme for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The programme is designed for candidates who wish to strengthen their academic qualifications, remedy deficiencies in their O’Level results, and improve their chances of gaining admission into LASU through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

About the LASU Pre-Degree Programme

The LASU Pre-Degree Studies (PDS) Programme is a one-year intensive academic programme scheduled to run from October 2026 to September 2027.

It is specifically structured to:

• Prepare candidates for the UTME.
• Help candidates address deficiencies in their WAEC, NECO, or GCE O’Level results.
• Enhance students’ chances of securing admission into 100-level degree programmes at LASU.

The programme will be held at the Lagos State University, Epe Campus, and all admitted students are required to reside in the university hostel throughout the programme.

Why Choose LASU Pre-Degree?

Candidates who apply through the regular UTME admission process often face intense competition for limited admission spaces. However, successful Pre-Degree students who meet the transition requirements are considered under the university’s Pre-Degree admission quota, giving them an added advantage in gaining admission into LASU.

The university also noted that despite the generally low performance recorded in the 2026 UTME, students enrolled in the Pre-Degree programme performed exceptionally well. According to LASU, about 90% of the students scored 200 and above, while several candidates scored over 300, thanks to intensive teaching and regular CBT practice.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must possess:

• At least three (3) credit passes in relevant subjects, including any of:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Government
  • Economics
  • Literature in English
  • Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
  • Islamic Religious Studies (IRS)
  • Accounting
• The required credits must be obtained in WAEC, NECO, or GCE at not more than two sittings.

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a written qualifying examination covering relevant subjects.

Transition to 100-Level

To qualify for admission into LASU’s undergraduate programmes after completing the Pre-Degree programme, candidates must:

• Register for and sit the 2027 UTME.
• Obtain the minimum JAMB cut-off mark prescribed by LASU.
• Participate in and satisfy the university’s screening requirements.
• Correct any O’Level deficiencies by obtaining the required credit passes before admission.

Successful candidates may gain admission into various faculties and colleges, including:

• Engineering
• Science
• Management Sciences
• Education
• Social Sciences
• Law
• Agriculture
• Transport
• Mass Communication
• Nursing
• Dentistry
• College of Medicine

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should:

1. Visit the LASU official website.
2. Select the “Make Payment” option.
3. Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₦15,000.
4. Complete the online application after successful payment.

Application Portal

Applicants can register online through the LASU Pre-Degree portal after payment.

Application Deadline

The sale of application forms will close six (6) weeks from the date of the official publication.

Qualifying Examination

The date for the qualifying examination and interview will be announced by the university at a later date.

Important Notice

LASU has warned applicants against making payments into personal accounts or through unauthorized channels. Candidates are advised to make payments only through the official university payment platform.

The programme is fully residential, and all admitted students will be accommodated at the LASU Epe Campus.

Candidates are encouraged to visit the official LASU website regularly for updates regarding the application process and examination schedule.

For further enquiries, applicants may contact the Director of Pre-Degree Studies, Professor Olawale Lawal, via 08033882172.