UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS (UNILAG) SCHOOL OF FOUNDATION RELEASES ADMISSION FORM FOR 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Management of University of Lagos has officially announced the commencement of admission into its School of Foundation Studies (formerly known as Diploma/Foundation Programmes) for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates seeking admission into the university’s one-year intensive foundation programme designed to prepare students for Direct Entry admission into 200 Level in various undergraduate programmes.

The programme is fully affiliated with the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB), and successful candidates upon completion may secure admission into the University of Lagos and other partnering universities within and outside Nigeria.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF FOUNDATION STUDIES

The School of Foundation Studies provides an alternative admission pathway for candidates who desire university admission through Direct Entry without relying solely on UTME admission procedures.

The programme offers:

• Intensive academic preparation
• JUPEB certification
• Opportunity for Direct Entry admission into 200 Level
• International academic progression opportunities
• Broad subject combinations across Sciences, Arts, Social Sciences, and Management disciplines

The university stated that the programme remains one of the most reputable advanced-level preparatory programmes in Nigeria due to its strong academic structure and high success rate.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Interested candidates must possess:

• A minimum of five (5) O’Level credits
• Credits must include English Language, Mathematics, and other relevant subjects
• Results must be obtained at not more than one sitting depending on programme requirements
• Acceptable examinations include WAEC, NECO, GCE, or equivalent qualifications

Candidates are advised to carefully confirm subject combinations relevant to their intended university courses before completing registration.

PROGRAMME BENEFITS

Successful candidates at the end of the programme may:

• Gain Direct Entry admission into 200 Level at UNILAG
• Apply to several partner universities abroad
• Build strong academic foundations before degree studies
• Improve competitiveness for professional courses

The university reiterated that admission into highly competitive courses remains dependent on candidates’ performance during the programme and available quotas.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants are required to complete their applications online through the official School of Foundation Studies portal.

Official Application Portal

UNILAG School of Foundation Studies Portal

Applicants are advised to:

• Generate their payment reference
• Complete online registration carefully
• Upload accurate personal and academic information
• Print out completed application forms and payment receipts

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

The university strongly warned candidates against:

• Patronizing unauthorized agents
• Submitting false academic records
• Engaging in examination malpractice

Candidates are also encouraged to regularly monitor the university portal for updates regarding:

• Entrance examination schedules
• Screening information
• Admission lists
• Resumption dates

The management reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining high academic standards and providing quality university preparatory education for prospective students.