The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has opened a supplementary change of programme opportunity for eligible 2026/2027 UTME applicants who participated in the institution’s Post-UTME screening but did not attain the required cut-off mark for their originally selected courses.
The opportunity is limited to programmes with available spaces across selected faculties. Interested candidates who meet the stated conditions can apply to change to one of the listed programmes at no cost, with applications closing on Friday, September 25, 2026.
UNILAG Supplementary Programmes Available
The university has provided a specific list of courses available under the supplementary exercise. Programmes not included in the list are already fully subscribed.
Faculty of Arts
Eligible applicants may consider the following:
- French
- Russian
- Linguistics/Igbo
- Linguistics/Yoruba
- Christian Religious Studies
- Islamic Religious Studies
Faculty of Education
The available programmes are:
- Adult Education
- Educ. Islamic Religion Studies
- Education Igbo
- Education Early Childhood
- Education Yoruba
- Education French
- Education History
- Educ. Christian Rel. Studies
- Education Geography
- Health Education
- Human Kinetics
- Education Biology
- Education Chemistry
- Education Home Economics
- Education Integrated Science
- Education Mathematics
- Education Physics
- Education Technology
- Special Education
Faculty of Life Sciences
Three programmes are listed under this faculty:
- Botany
- Fisheries
- Zoology
Faculty of Physical & Earth Science
The programme available under this category is:
- Physics
Faculty of Social Sciences
Candidates can apply for:
- Geography
- Meteorology & Climate Science
- Social Standards
Important: UNILAG stated that programmes outside the list have already reached their available capacity.
Who Can Apply?
The supplementary opportunity is specifically directed at 2026/2027 UTME applicants who took part in the university's Post-UTME screening exercise but did not meet the cut-off mark for their preferred programme.
Applicants must also have a minimum Post-UTME score of 12 to qualify for the change of programme application.
Before selecting a new programme, candidates are required to confirm that they satisfy the applicable JAMB and O'Level admission requirements for that programme.
How to Apply for UNILAG Change of Programme
The application is available through the university's dedicated change of programme portal:
https://changeprgm.unilag.edu.ng/
Applicants should follow these steps:
- Visit the portal and select “Prospective Student Login.”
- Enter the UTME Registration Number in the required field.
- Click “Login” to access the application interface.
- Read the information presented after logging in.
- Close the pop-up notification after reviewing its contents.
- Select the appropriate option on the application page to proceed.
- Follow the instructions provided on the portal to choose a preferred programme.
- Confirm eligibility and complete the application details.
- Carefully check all information entered before submission.
- Submit the application and keep the application details for reference.
The application is free of charge, according to the information released by the university.
Important Conditions Applicants Should Know
Changing to one of the available programmes does not automatically mean that a candidate will receive admission. Applications will be considered based on UNILAG's approved admission criteria and the number of spaces available in the selected programme.
Candidates should therefore verify their eligibility before submitting an application rather than selecting a course without checking the applicable admission requirements.
Another important condition concerns the number of applications permitted. Submitting more than one application will result in disqualification.
Applicants who eventually receive admission through the supplementary process will also have an additional JAMB requirement. They will need to complete a Change of Course with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) so that their admission documentation reflects the programme approved by the university.
Application Deadline
The UNILAG supplementary change of programme application is currently open and will close on:
Friday, September 25, 2026
Applicants who intend to take advantage of the available programmes should complete the process before the stated closing date.
UNILAG Reminds Applicants to Check Requirements
The supplementary exercise provides an opportunity for eligible candidates who did not meet the cut-off mark for their original programmes to seek consideration for selected courses where vacancies remain.
However, the available spaces are restricted to the programmes listed by the university, while courses not included in the announcement are already fully subscribed. Candidates should consequently review the requirements of their intended programme and ensure that their application information is accurate before submission.
The notice was signed by Mrs. V. Abosede Wickliffe, Registrar and Secretary to Council, University of Lagos.
Final Note for 2026/2027 Applicants
Eligible UNILAG UTME candidates who are considering a change of programme should complete the application through the official portal before September 25, 2026. The university has made the process free, but submission alone does not guarantee admission, as final consideration remains subject to the institution's admission criteria and available spaces.
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