LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY (LASU) JUPEB ADMISSION FORM FOR 2026/2027 SESSION: REQUIREMENTS, FEES AND DEADLINE
The Lagos State University (LASU) has invited applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its School of Basic and Advanced Studies (LASUSBAS) JUPEB Programme for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The intensive programme runs for one academic session, from September 2026 to August 2027, and prepares eligible candidates for admission into the 200-level degree programmes of LASU and other universities affiliated with the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB).
The programme is based at the LASU School of Basic and Advanced Studies Campus, ASCON Road, Topo, Badagry, Lagos State.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission into the LASU JUPEB Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Candidates must possess at least five O’Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Eligible candidates will be invited to sit for a written qualifying examination.
- Candidates invited for the examination must come with the following documents:
- National Identification Number (NIN) slip.
- Birth certificate.
- O’Level result.
- One passport photograph.
- The names on the NIN slip, birth certificate and O’Level result must be consistent.
- Awaiting results will not be accepted.
- Successful candidates must pay a non-refundable acceptance fee of ₦30,000 and resume lectures immediately.
Application Fee and Method of Application
Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of ₦50,000 through the University's application portal.
Application portal: http://www.lasu.edu.ng/foundation
Interested candidates should visit the portal to complete the application process and follow the instructions provided by the University.
Application Deadline
The closing date for the application form is Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Applicants are advised to complete their applications before the deadline.
Qualifying Examination Date and Venue
The qualifying examination for admission into the programme is scheduled as follows:
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m.
- Venue: LASUSBAS Campus, ASCON Road, Topo, Badagry, Lagos State.
Candidates invited for the examination should arrive with the required documents.
Commencement of Lectures
Lectures will commence immediately after admission, according to the University's announcement.
LASU JUPEB Subject Combinations
Applicants should carefully select subject combinations relevant to their intended fields of study.
The combinations listed by the University include:
Arts and Humanities
- CRS/IRS, French and Literature in English
- CRS/IRS, History and Literature in English
- Economics, History and Literature in English
- CRS/IRS, Economics and Government
- CRS/IRS, French and Government
- Literature in English, Government and French
- CRS/IRS, Government and Literature in English
- Economics, Government and Literature in English
Business, Accounting and Management Sciences
- Business Studies, Economics and Mathematics
- Accounting, Business Studies and Economics
- Accounting, Economics and Geography
- Accounting, Economics and Government
- Business Studies, Economics and Government
- Business Studies, Economics and Geography
- Economics, Geography and Government
Sciences and Other Combinations
- Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- Biology, Mathematics and Physics
- Biology, Economics and Government
- Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics
- Biology, Chemistry and Economics
- Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics
- Chemistry, Economics and Mathematics
- Economics, Mathematics and Physics
- Mathematics, Economics and Geography
- Mathematics, Geography and Physics
- Mathematics, Economics and Government
Candidates should confirm that their preferred subject combination is suitable for their intended degree programme.
Requirements for Transition to 200-Level
All admitted students will sit for the JUPEB examination at the end of the programme. Successful candidates may use their results to seek admission into 200-level degree programmes at LASU and other JUPEB-affiliated universities.
The University will determine the courses allocated to students. Degree options will depend on their areas of study, including Sciences, Arts, and Social and Management Sciences.
Candidates who successfully gain admission into a degree programme at the 200-level must purchase the JAMB Direct Entry application form.
Students who fail the JUPEB examination may be permitted to repeat the programme, subject to payment of the applicable fees.
Important: Students who voluntarily withdraw from the programme after admission will not be entitled to a refund of their school fees.
Hostel Accommodation and Transportation
The University provides hostel accommodation and transportation for students. However, hostel spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applicants who require accommodation should make the necessary arrangements early.
Contact for Enquiries
For further information about the LASU JUPEB Programme, applicants may contact the University through the following telephone numbers:
- 08023404719
- 09121350068
- 08030500622
- 08023771703
Signed:
Mr Emmanuel A. Fanu, MANUPA, MNIM, MCIPM, FCAI
Registrar and Secretary to Council
Final Advice to Applicants
Candidates interested in the LASU JUPEB Programme for the 2026/2027 academic session should ensure they meet the admission requirements, select appropriate subject combinations and complete their applications before the November 4, 2026 deadline.
Applicants should also prepare for the qualifying examination scheduled for November 7, 2026, and monitor the University's official website for further updates.