Ebonyi State University (EBSU) in Abakaliki is one of Nigeria’s respected institutions.
Each year, the university sets a general cut-off mark for admission and also specific marks for each course.
If you’re aiming for Medical Laboratory Science at EBSU, knowing these numbers helps you plan and prepare.
What is the general cut-off mark for EBSU?
EBSU usually sets a general cut-off mark of 140 in JAMB UTME. This is the minimum score needed to qualify for the post-UTME screening.
Scoring below 140 means you are not eligible to proceed to the next stage.
What is the specific cut-off mark for Medical Laboratory Science?
For the 2024/2025 session, EBSU requires a minimum JAMB UTME score of 200 for Medical Laboratory Science.
That means you need at least 200 marks to be considered for admission into that course.
Has the cut-off mark changed recently?
No. As of last month, EBSU confirmed the Medical Laboratory Science cut-off remains 200. This is consistent across reliable sources.
Why is the cut-off mark 200 and not the general 140?
The general 140 is the minimum across all courses. But more competitive or science-based courses usually demand higher scores.
Since Medical Laboratory Science is part of the Faculty of Health Science, its cut-off is higher at 200, which aligns with the standards for nursing (230) and similar programs.
Can I gain admission with 195?
Sadly, no. Even if you scored above the general 140, you do not meet the required 200.
You must either write JAMB again and improve your score, or consider an alternative course.
Does EBSU accept Direct Entry into Medical Lab Science?
EBSU generally admits students into Medical Laboratory Science via UTME only. There’s no public record of accepting Direct Entry (DE) into that department.
If you have JUPEB or A-levels, check directly with the admissions office, but competition is usually through UTME.
When will the cut-off mark apply?
That score is for the 2024/2025 academic session. It applies to JAMB MTME examinations in early 2024.
All candidates for that session must meet at least 200 to proceed.
What should I do if I’m below 200?
You can consider writing JAMB again, aiming for 200+.
You may also look into other health courses with lower cut-off marks, like Applied Microbiology (150) or other departments (140).
Follow EBSU’s post-UTME announcements carefully; sometimes they offer supplementary forms or catch-up exams for late scorers.
If you scored 200 or more, you can apply and sit for EBSU’s post-UTME. If not, it’s best to reapply or choose a different course.