JAMB Subject Combination for Mathematics

Are you planning to further your studies in Mathematics? If so, it is essential to select and understand the right JAMB subject combination for Mathematics and the institutions that offer Mathematics with their various requirements. Mathematics is a fundamental science that forms the backbone of many fields like engineering, economics, computer science, and physical sciences.

Understanding and selecting the right JAMB subject combination and meeting the prerequisite for the university of your choice will serve as an added advantage to securing your admission. In this article, we will show you the right JAMB subject combination for Mathematics, the list of institutions offering the program as a degree course, and the O’level and Direct Entry admission requirements. Ensure you meet the requirements before applying for admission to stand a chance. Read carefully to be guided!

JAMB Subject Combination for Mathematics

To apply for a Mathematics degree program through the UTME, you must select the following JAMB subject combinations:

• English Language (compulsory)
• Mathematics (compulsory)
• Any two of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Economics, and Geography.

Universities Offering Mathematics Programs in Nigeria

Below is a list of Nigerian universities that offer degree programs in Mathematics. Whether you prefer a federal institution, a state university, or a private university, there are plenty of options available across the country: 

1. Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State
2. Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State
3. Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
4. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State
5. Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State
6. University of Abuja, Abuja, FCT
7. Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State
8. Adamawa State University, Mubi, Adamawa State
9. Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Oyo State
10. Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Kwara State
11. Al-Qalam University, Katsina, Katsina State
12. Anchor University, Ayobo, Lagos State
13. Arthur Jarvis University, Akpabuyo, Cross River State
14. Atiba University, Oyo, Oyo State
15. Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State
16. Augustine University, Ilara, Lagos State
17. Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State
18. Bauchi State University, Gadau, Bauchi State
19. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Bauchi State
20. Bayero University, Kano, Kano State
21. Baze University, Abuja, FCT
22. University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State
23. Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa State
24. Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, Edo State
25. Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State
26. Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue State
27. University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State
28. Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State
29. Chrisland University, Owode, Ogun State
30. Clifford University, Owerrinta, Abia State
31. Coal City University, Enugu, Enugu State
32. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State
33. Crown Hill University, Eiyenkorin, Kwara State
34. Cross Rivers University of Technology, Calabar, Cross River State
35. Crescent University, Abeokuta, Ogun State
36. Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State
37. Dominican University, Ibadan, Oyo State
38. Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
39. Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo, Delta State
40. Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State
41. Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State
42. Eastern Palm University, Ogboko, Imo State
43. Edo University, Iyamho, Edo State
44. Evangel University, Akaeze, Ebonyi State
45. Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State
46. Federal University, Gashua, Yobe State
47. Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara State
48. Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State
49. Federal University, Birnin-Kebbi, Kebbi State
50. Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State
51. Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State
52. Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State
53. Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa State
54. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
55. Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State
56. Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun State
57. Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State
58. Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, Delta State
59. Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State
60. Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State
61. Godfrey Okoye University, Urgwuomu-Nike, Enugu State
62. Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State
63. Gombe State University, Tudun Wada, Gombe, Gombe State
64. Hallmark University, Ijebu-Itele, Ogun State
65. Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
66. University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State
67. University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State
68. Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State
69. Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State
70. University of Jos, Jos, Plateau State
71. Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Kaduna State
72. Koladaisi University, Ibadan, Oyo State
73. Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero, Kebbi State
74. Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil, Kano State
75. Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara State
76. University of Lagos, Lagos State
77. Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State
78. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger State
79. Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State
80. Legacy University, Okija, Anambra State
81. University of Maiduguri, Borno State
82. Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano, Kano State
83. Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, Benue State
84. Modibo Adama University of Technology, Yola, Adamawa State
85. McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State
86. University of Mkar, Gboko, Benue State
87. Mountain Top University, Makogi-Oba, Ogun State
88. Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State
89. Nigerian Army University, Biu, Borno State
90. Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna, Kaduna State
91. National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos State
92. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State
93. Obong University, Obong Ntak, Akwa Ibom State
94. Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State
95. Ondo State University of Medical Sciences, Laje Road, Ondo, Ondo State
96. Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa, Ondo State
97. Paul University, Awka, Anambra State
98. University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State
99. Plateau State University, Bokkos, Plateau State
100. Nigerian Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State
101. Redeemers University, Osun State
102. Renaissance University, Ojiagu-Agbani, Enugu State
103. Rhema University, Aba, Abia State
104. Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State
105. Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
106. Salem University, Lokoja, Kogi State
107. Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa, Edo State
108. Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State
109. Sokoto State University, Sokoto, Sokoto State
110. Southwestern University, Okun-Owa, Ogun State
111. Spiritan University, Nneochi, Abia State
112. Summit University, Offa, Kwara State
113. Technical University, Ibadan, Oyo State
114. Taraba State University, Jalingo, Taraba State
115. Usmanu Danfodio University, Sokoto, Sokoto State
116. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
117. Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina, Katsina State
118. University of Africa, Toru-Orua, Bayelsa State
119. Hezekiah University, Umudi, Imo State
120. Kings University, Ode-Omu, Osun State
121. Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun State
122. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State

General Admission Requirements to Study Mathematics

To study mathematics in any of the universities in Nigeria, candidates must ensure they meet the following requirements:

For UTME Requirements:

• Candidates must have at least five (5) SSC credit passes in relevant subjects.
• These credits should include English Language, Mathematics, and Physics or Chemistry.
• The subject combination for UTME should be Mathematics plus any two (2) of Physics, Chemistry, Economics, or Geography.

For Direct Entry Requirements:

• Candidates with two (2) A-Level passes in Mathematics and any other science subject.
• Alternatively, an NCE merit in Mathematics and one 1 of Physics, Chemistry, or Economics.

Note: For specific waiver policies or special considerations, always refer to the official JAMB brochure.

Conclusion

By following the information provided in this article, candidates will ensure they meet the requirements and choose the right JAMB subject combination for Mathematics to be offered admission. Studying Mathematics opens many career pathways, and with numerous universities offering the program across Nigeria, prospective students have a variety of choices. Meeting the entry requirements, understanding course expectations, and choosing a university that fits your aspirations will ensure you have a successful academic journey. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comment section, and we will respond ASAP!