Northwest University, Sokoto Publishes 2026/2027 Admission Cut-Off Marks for Undergraduate Programmes
The newly released cut-off marks highlight both the competitiveness of medical-related programmes and the university’s structured approach to admissions. For prospective candidates, early preparation and strict adherence to programme requirements will be key to securing admission into the 2026/2027 academic session.
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Admission Alert: Northwest University Announces 2026/2027 Cut-Off Marks for All Courses
Northwest University, Sokoto has announced the approved cut-off marks for admission into its undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session, with Medicine and Surgery emerging as the most competitive course in the institution, requiring a minimum score of 200.
The announcement signals the beginning of preparations for the new admission cycle, as the university aligns entry requirements with academic standards and programme demand.
According to the university’s Director of Communications, Public Affairs and Protocol, Abdallah el-Kurebe, Medicine and Surgery recorded the highest cut-off mark at 200 points. This places it at the top of all programmes offered by the institution in terms of competitiveness.
The university explained that the benchmarks were approved by its Admissions Unit ahead of the commencement of the 2026/2027 admission process.
Several professional and health-related courses also recorded elevated cut-off marks in line with regulatory and academic requirements.
1. Common and Islamic Law: 180
2. Medical Laboratory Science: 160
3. Nursing Science: 160
4. Doctor of Physiotherapy: 160
5. Public Health: 160
6. Radiography: 160
These programmes continue to attract high demand due to their professional relevance and limited admission slots.
Most Other Courses Fixed at 150
A wide range of programmes were set at a minimum cut-off mark of 150. These include:
- Accounting
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Economics
- Information Technology
- Library and Information Science
- Psychology
-Public Administration
-Sociology
- Software Engineering
-Special Education
The university noted that this baseline applies to most non-professional programmes across its faculties.
El-Kurebe stated that the approved cut-off marks reflect the institution’s commitment to balancing academic quality with broader access to higher education opportunities.
The university maintained that while it aims to admit qualified candidates, it must also uphold standards that align with programme requirements and professional expectations.
Applicants have been advised to carefully review the published benchmarks before proceeding with their applications. The university also urged candidates to ensure they meet the minimum requirements for their chosen courses.
In addition, prospective students were encouraged to follow official communication channels for updates on admission guidelines, screening processes, and application timelines.
Admission into Nigerian universities is largely influenced by performance in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board. Over time, institutions have continued to adjust cut-off marks in response to increasing competition for limited spaces and growing demand for professional courses such as Medicine, Nursing, and Law.
