Rivers State University (RSU) Releases 2025/2026 Cut-Off Marks for All Courses
The admission race has officially begun at Rivers State University (RSU), formerly known as RSUST, as the institution has released its cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Located in Port Harcourt and recognized as the first university in the Niger Delta, RSU carries a proud legacy. Now, with admission season underway, thousands of students across Nigeria are eager to know the scores that will determine their chances of securing a place at the prestigious university.
RSU JAMB Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026
For this academic year, the general JAMB cut-off mark for Rivers State University is set at 190 points. This means that only candidates who scored 190 and above in the UTME are eligible to apply for RSU’s Post-UTME screening exercise.
Falling below this benchmark automatically disqualifies candidates from participating in the screening – no exceptions.
RSU Departmental Cut-Off Marks
RSU has also released detailed departmental cut-off marks for various faculties and programmes. These scores determine merit admission, catchment considerations, and pre-degree opportunities.
Here are some key highlights:
- Medicine & Surgery – Merit: 71 | Catchment: 68 | Pre-degree: 72
- Nursing Sciences – Merit: 66 | Catchment: 63 | Pre-degree: 68
- Law – Merit: 69 | Catchment: 67
- Medical Laboratory Science – Merit: 58 | Catchment: 55 | Pre-degree: 47
- Computer Science – Merit: 57 | Catchment: 53
- Computer Engineering – Merit: 55 | Catchment: 50 | Pre-degree: 42
- Environmental Management – Merit: 55 | Catchment: 49 | Pre-degree: 41
- Broadcasting & Cinematography – Merit: 56 | Catchment: 54
- Business Administration – Merit: 53 | Catchment: 50
- Mechanical Engineering – Merit: 53 | Pre-degree: 42
- Journalism & Media Studies – Merit: 53 | Catchment: 48
At the other end of the scale:
- Economics – Merit: 33
- Marketing – Merit: 35
- Geology – Merit: 35
- Sociology – Merit: 36
This mix shows that while highly competitive courses like Medicine, Law, and Nursing demand very high scores, other programmes offer more accessible entry points.
What This Means for Aspirants
The cut-off marks are more than just numbers – they are the deciding factor for who gains admission and who doesn’t.
For some candidates, meeting the required score is a dream come true. For others, it’s a reminder to aim higher in the next attempt.
One thing is clear: the race for admission into Rivers State University has officially started. Students who cross the line now have the chance to prove themselves in the next stage – the Post-UTME screening.
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