Imo State University (IMSU), located in Owerri, offers a competitive B.Sc. Nursing Science programme under its Faculty of Health Science.
As with many health courses, Nursing at IMSU attracts high-demand applicants.
The university publishes a departmental cut-off mark each year, indicating the minimum JAMB score needed to qualify for admission.
Every aspirant must understand this benchmark before applying to avoid disappointment during screening.
What is the official UTME cut‑off mark for Nursing at IMSU?
For the 2025/2026 academic session, IMSU has officially set the Nursing Science UTME cut-off at 220.
This means you must score at least 220 in your JAMB UTME to be eligible for post-UTME screening for Nursing.
How does this compare to previous sessions?
In the previous 2024/2025 admission cycle, IMSU also used a cut-off mark of 220 for Nursing Science.
This consistency indicates stable demand and admission standards in that faculty.
What is the general IMSU UTME cut‑off for other courses?
While Nursing requires 220, IMSU’s general admission eligibility cut-off across most courses is 160 or 170, depending on the year.
This means candidates with UTME scores ≥170 may proceed with screening for most departments, but Nursing remains distinct at a higher threshold.
What are the admission requirements beyond UTME?
After scoring 220 or above, Nursing aspirants must also meet the following:
- Five credit passes in WAEC/NECO, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (max two sittings)
- UTME subject combination: English Language, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
- Must choose IMSU as the first-choice institution
- Participate in IMSU’s Post-UTME screening and pass the departmental aggregate requirements
Failing any of these may result in disqualification, even if the UTME score is met.
What role does the Post‑UTME score play in admission?
IMSU considers 65% aggregate (combining UTME and post-UTME scores) to rank Nursing candidates.
A UTME score of 220 only makes you eligible; a strong post-UTME performance is key to surpassing others and securing a place.
What if I score below 220 in UTME?
With a UTME score below 220—such as 200—you will not qualify for Nursing admission at IMSU.
Alternatives include applying to less competitive programmes or retaking UTME to reach the required threshold.
The university does not make exceptions for Nursing below the official cut-off.
How strong are my chances with a score just above 220?
Candidates scoring slightly above 220 (e.g. 220–230) can gain admission, provided they perform well in post-UTME and have strong O’Level results.
Those who score 240+ enjoy better chances, as their post-UTME aggregate is likely higher.