Entry requirements
Minimum of five credits at Ordinary Level in GCE, SSCE, or equivalent examinations. Credits must include English Language, Government/History, and three other Arts or Social Science subjects. Combinations from WAEC/NECO at not more than two sittings are acceptable. UTME subjects: English Language, Government/History, and any other two Arts or Social Science subjects. Successful completion of Obong University's post-UTME screening and interview. Direct Entry. Two Advanced Level Passes in Government, History, Economics or related subjects plus credits at Ordinary Level as specified above. Diploma in International Relations, Political Science or related fields with minimum Upper Credit. NCE with merit in relevant disciplines.
UTME cut-offs change every year and differ by programme. Check the university's current admission list before you apply.
NGN 340,000 a year (2026/2027). Official 'Tuition (Per Year)' covering 1st and 2nd semesters. Excludes separate flat 'Other Charges' of NGN 160,000/yr (departmental dues, medicals, sports, registration, library, exams, ICT, utilities, welfare) and optional hostel. Source
Admission for the 2026/2027 session is through JAMB UTME/Direct Entry: select Obong University on the JAMB portal (or change institution), accept the offer on JAMB CAPS, then screening and verification. Admission notification runs August to October 2026, screening October to December 2026, and student resumption October 10 to January 31.
JAMB UTME/DE registration runs January 31 to March 5 and the UTME examination April 25 to May 5, 2026 for the 2026/2027 cycle; applicants are limited to three undergraduate applications.