A JAMB score of 220 qualifies for Economics at 1 institution in our 2026 dataset. The lowest cut-off for the course is 220.
Where 220 qualifies for Economics
Borderline picks at 220
| Institution | Course | UTME cut-off | Aggregate | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUBK Kebbi | Economics | 230 | 70.8 | federal | Borderline |
| FUOtuoke Bayelsa | Economics | 230 | 70.8 | federal | Borderline |
| FUNAAB Ogun | Economics | 230 | 70.8 | federal | Borderline |
| MOUAU Abia | Economics | 230 | 70.8 | federal | Borderline |
| OOU Ogun | Economics | 230 | 70.8 | state | Borderline |
| EBSU Ebonyi | Economics | 229 | 70.6 | state | Borderline |
| AAUA Ondo | Economics | 228 | 70.5 | state | Borderline |
| FUKashere Gombe | Economics | 228 | 70.5 | federal | Borderline |
| FUWukari Taraba | Economics | 228 | 70.5 | federal | Borderline |
| FULokoja Kogi | Economics | 227 | 70.4 | federal | Borderline |
| FUDMA Katsina | Economics | 226 | 70.3 | federal | Borderline |
| FUGashua Yobe | Economics | 226 | 70.3 | federal | Borderline |
| FULafia Nasarawa | Economics | 226 | 70.3 | federal | Borderline |
| FUGusau Zamfara | Economics | 225 | 70.1 | federal | Borderline |
What this means in plain language
The course cut-off mark is the UTME threshold to be considered for admission to Economics at a given institution. Clearing it means your application proceeds to post-UTME screening. Economics cut-offs in our 2026 dataset range from 220 to 254 across Nigerian universities.
A score of 220 is above the lowest cut-off and qualifies you to apply at the institutions listed above.
If 220 is not enough, what now?
Three honest routes are open. First, retake JAMB next cycle aiming for a higher score. Second, change first-choice course to a related programme with a lower cut-off but similar career destination (use our quiz to find one). Third, explore the same course at less competitive institutions, including state and private universities where cut-offs sit lower.
Diploma routes (ND at a polytechnic, then HND or Direct Entry to a degree), pre-degree programmes and JUPEB are also workable longer paths. They take more time but they work.
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Can I study Economics with 220 in JAMB 2026?
Yes. A JAMB score of 220 qualifies for Economics at 1 institution in our 2026 dataset, where the cut-off is 220 or lower. Clearing the cut-off makes you eligible for post-UTME screening; the post-UTME aggregate then decides admission.
What is the actual cut-off mark for Economics in 2026?
Economics cut-off marks for 2026 range from 220 at the most accessible institutions to 254 at the most competitive, across the 48 institutions offering the course in this guide. JAMB's national minimum is 150, but the course-specific institutional cut-off is the figure that decides consideration.
Which universities offer Economics with a cut-off around 220?
Institutions with Economics cut-offs closest to 220 include NOUN (220), FUGusau (225), FUDMA (226), FUGashua (226). Use the full table on this page to see every institution sorted by cut-off.
If I don't qualify for Economics with 220, what are my alternatives?
Three routes. First, apply for Economics at a less competitive institution where the cut-off is at or below 220. Second, pick a related course in the same field with a lower cut-off. Third, use the change-of-course window during the JAMB cycle, or a longer path through polytechnic ND and Direct Entry, JUPEB or a pre-degree programme.
Can I retake JAMB to score higher for Economics?
Yes. JAMB UTME can be retaken in the next admission cycle. If 220 falls short for Economics, a focused retake aiming for 240+ opens the broader range of institutions. Run the retake plan in parallel with a polytechnic or pre-degree application so the year is not lost if the retake also falls short.
Should I consider Economics at a state or private university?
Often yes. State universities and newer federal universities frequently set lower Economics cut-offs than the leading federal universities, and several private universities admit on the national minimum plus an internal screening. The trade-off is fees: federal sits at ₦40,000-₦200,000 per session, state ₦80,000-₦400,000, private ₦600,000 and above.