240 is below typical cut-offs for Nursing Science at most institutions, but within 10 points at 8 institutions. Worth applying with a strong post-UTME plan.
Borderline picks at 240
| Institution | Course | UTME cut-off | Aggregate | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABSU Abia | Nursing Science | 249 | 73.1 | state | Borderline |
| DELSU Delta | Nursing Science | 249 | 73.1 | state | Borderline |
| FUOYE Ekiti | Nursing Science | 249 | 73.1 | federal | Borderline |
| KWASU Kwara | Nursing Science | 248 | 73.0 | state | Borderline |
| OOU Ogun | Nursing Science | 248 | 73.0 | state | Borderline |
| FULafia Nasarawa | Nursing Science | 247 | 72.9 | federal | Borderline |
| UNICAL Cross River | Nursing Science | 247 | 72.9 | federal | Borderline |
| FUBK Kebbi | Nursing Science | 245 | 72.6 | federal | Borderline |
What this means in plain language
The course cut-off mark is the UTME threshold to be considered for admission to Nursing Science at a given institution. Clearing it means your application proceeds to post-UTME screening. Nursing Science cut-offs in our 2026 dataset range from 245 to 270 across Nigerian universities.
A score of 240 is close enough to several institutional thresholds that a strong post-UTME and O'level profile could still secure admission.
If 240 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 Nursing Science with 240 in JAMB 2026?
Borderline. 240 is below the cut-off at most institutions but within 10 points at 8 of them, so Nursing Science is worth applying for as a stretch choice backed by a strong post-UTME and O'level profile.
What is the actual cut-off mark for Nursing Science in 2026?
Nursing Science cut-off marks for 2026 range from 245 at the most accessible institutions to 270 at the most competitive, across the 33 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 Nursing Science with a cut-off around 240?
Institutions with Nursing Science cut-offs closest to 240 include FUBK (245), FULafia (247), UNICAL (247), KWASU (248). Use the full table on this page to see every institution sorted by cut-off.
If I don't qualify for Nursing Science with 240, what are my alternatives?
Three routes. First, apply for Nursing Science at a less competitive institution where the cut-off is at or below 240. 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 Nursing Science?
Yes. JAMB UTME can be retaken in the next admission cycle. If 240 falls short for Nursing Science, a focused retake aiming for 265+ 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 Nursing Science at a state or private university?
Often yes. State universities and newer federal universities frequently set lower Nursing Science 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.