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LASU Pre-Degree Admission 2025/2026: How to Apply and Requirements |
Lagos State University (LASU) Pre-Degree Admission 2025/2026 is now open. Learn about requirements, application process, and benefits of the programme.
The Lagos State University (LASU) Pre-Degree Studies (PDS) Programme for the 2025/2026 academic session is now open for applications. This intensive one-year programme, hosted at LASU’s Epe Campus, runs from October 2025 to September 2026. It is specifically designed to help candidates with deficiencies in their O’Level results re-sit WAEC/NECO exams and prepare for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), giving them a competitive edge for admission into 100 Level degree programmes at LASU.
Why Choose LASU Pre-Degree Studies?
Many candidates struggle to gain admission through the general JAMB process. However, LASU offers a unique PDS admission quota, giving participants a better chance of securing admission into their preferred course of study.
Key benefits of the LASU PDS include:
- Structured academic preparation for WAEC, NECO, and UTME
- Intensive teaching and Computer-Based Test (CBT) practice
- Access to a dedicated admission quota for successful PDS candidates
- Residential programme with hostel accommodation at Epe Campus
LASU Pre-Degree Admission Requirements 2025/2026
To be eligible for the programme, applicants must:
- Have at least three (3) credit passes in subjects such as Mathematics, English Language, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Government, Economics, Literature in English, CRS, IRS, or Accounting.
- Present results from SSCE, GCE, or NECO, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Sit for the LASU qualifying examination, which all shortlisted candidates must pass.
Subjects Offered in the Programme
Students will take courses across the following subjects:
- Mathematics
- English Language
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Government
- Economics
- Literature in English
- Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
- Islamic Religious Studies (IRS)
- Accounting
Transitioning to 100 Level
To progress into LASU’s 100 Level programmes, candidates must:
- Sit for the UTME and score at or above the minimum JAMB cut-off mark.
- Pass all deficient O’Level subjects through WAEC or NECO.
- Meet LASU’s internal screening requirements.
Eligible PDS graduates may gain admission into faculties such as:
- Engineering
- Sciences
- Management Sciences
- Education
- Social Sciences
- Law
- Agriculture
- Transport
- Mass Communication
- Nursing
- Dentistry
- College of Medicine
LASU Pre-Degree Performance in 2025
Despite a nationwide decline in UTME performance in 2025, LASU PDS students excelled. 89% scored 200 and above, with some achieving scores above 300. This success demonstrates the effectiveness of the programme’s rigorous teaching and CBT-focused preparation.
How to Apply for LASU Pre-Degree Admission 2025/2026
Step 1: Online Payment
- Visit the official LASU website.
- Select MAKE PAYMENT at the top menu.
- Pay the non-refundable fee of ₦15,000.00 only.
Step 2: Registration
- After payment, candidates should complete their registration on the official LASU PDS application portal:
LASU PDS Application Portal
Important Dates and Information
- Application Closing Date: Six (6) weeks from the date of this publication.
- Qualifying Examination and Interview: Dates will be announced on LASU’s website.
- Programme Type: Fully residential; students must reside in hostels at the LASU Epe Campus.
- Fraud Warning: Applicants are advised to pay only via official channels. Payments to individuals or third-party accounts are at the applicant’s risk.
Contact for Enquiries
For further details, visit the LASU official website or contact:
- Prof. Lawal (Director, PDS) at 08033882172
Signed,
Mr Emmanuel FANU, MANUPA, MNIM, MCIPM, FCAI
Registrar and Secretary to Council
