Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Opens JUPEB/Pre-degree Admission for 2024/2025 Session

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has officially announced the commencement of admission into its Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) and Pre-degree programs for the 2024/2025 academic session. These programs offer a unique opportunity for students seeking alternative pathways to gain admission into the university’s undergraduate courses.

The JUPEB and Pre-degree programs at FUNAAB are designed to provide a solid foundation for students who wish to enhance their academic knowledge and skills before proceeding to the university’s degree programs. These programs are open to candidates who have completed their O’level examinations and meet the specified entry requirements.

Program Details:

1. JUPEB Program: The JUPEB program is a one-year intensive academic program that prepares students for direct entry into 200-level undergraduate courses at FUNAAB and other participating universities. The program covers various subjects, including Mathematics, English Language, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and other relevant courses based on the student’s intended field of study.
2. Pre-degree Program: The Pre-degree program is a six-month preparatory program that enables students to gain admission into FUNAAB’s 100-level undergraduate courses. The program offers courses in Science, Agriculture, and Social Science, depending on the student’s chosen area of study. Successful completion of the Pre-degree program guarantees admission into FUNAAB’s undergraduate programs.

Eligibility Requirements:

1. O’level Results: Candidates must possess a minimum of five credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, at not more than two sittings in WAEC, NECO, or other recognized O’level examinations.
2. UTME Score: For the Pre-degree program, candidates are required to have a valid UTME score that meets the university’s cut-off marks for their desired course of study. JUPEB candidates are not required to have a UTME score.

Application Process:

1. Online Application: Interested candidates are required to visit the FUNAAB website and complete the online application form for either the JUPEB or Pre-degree program. They will need to provide their personal details, and academic information, and upload the necessary documents, including their O’level results and passport photograph.
2. Application Fee: Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee using the approved payment methods specified on the FUNAAB website. The application fee for the JUPEB program is ₦15,000, while the Pre-degree program fee is ₦10,000.
3. Screening Exercise: Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and successfully submit their applications will be invited for a screening exercise. The screening may include a written examination and/or an oral interview, depending on the program and the university’s discretion.

Admission Requirements:

1. JUPEB Program: Candidates must pass the JUPEB examinations with the required grades in the relevant subjects for their desired undergraduate course.
2. Pre-degree Program: Candidates must pass the Pre-degree examinations and meet the university’s cut-off marks for their chosen course of study.

FUNAAB encourages interested candidates to take advantage of this opportunity to enhance their academic prospects and increase their chances of gaining admission into the university’s undergraduate programs. The JUPEB and Pre-degree programs offer a conducive learning environment, experienced lecturers, and state-of-the-art facilities to support students’ academic growth.

For more information, including the application deadline, examination dates, and other program-specific details, candidates are advised to visit the FUNAAB website or contact the university’s admission office.