OAU Pre-Degree Admission and Final Closure 2025/2026
The management of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has announced that the first batch of 2025/2026 pre-degree candidates will resume on Tuesday, 4 November 2025. This marks the beginning of a new academic cycle for students seeking admission into the university’s degree programmes through its pre-degree scheme.
The orientation programme is scheduled to run from Wednesday, 5 to Friday, 7 November 2025, while lectures officially commence on Monday, 10 November 2025.
OAU Pre-Degree Programme: Late Admission and Key Information
OAU has stated that there will be two more entrance examination sessions on 10 and 17 November 2025, after which the admission process for the 2025/2026 pre-degree session will close permanently.
Programme Fees
- Total Fees (Including Hostel Accommodation): ₦434,000, payable in two instalments (₦280,000 + ₦154,000).
- Application Form Fee: ₦20,000.
Prospective students can learn how to apply by visiting the OAU pre-degree admission portal for detailed registration instructions.
Benefits of the OAU Pre-Degree Programme
The OAU pre-degree programme offers an excellent academic foundation for students aiming for direct entry into 100-level degree courses. Key advantages include:
- Eligibility for admission into OAU’s undergraduate programmes.
- Intensive preparation for outstanding performance in the UTME, which remains compulsory for admission.
- Comprehensive training in key first-year subjects to give students a strong academic start.
- A minimum score of 60% in the pre-degree examination can serve as an alternative to OAU Post-UTME.
- Early exposure to university life, student mentorship, and academic culture.
Contact Information
For further details and inquiries, prospective candidates may contact the following:
Front Desk: +234 810 828 7293
Pre-Degree Programme Officer: +234 806 464 1986
Hotlines:
+234 816 322 7540
+234 805 452 7714
+234 806 755 6070
+234 803 381 9274
+234 803 068 0434
The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) pre-degree programme continues to offer one of the most reliable pathways to university admission in Nigeria. Interested applicants are advised to act promptly before the final closure date.