JAMB Subject Combination for Statistics 2025/2026 UTME

Are you aiming to gain admission for 2025/2026 academic session specifically for Statistics? If yes, then knowing the correct JAMB subject combination for Statistics is a good starting point. Getting it wrong at this point can jeopardize your entire effort.

We have provided the approved JAMB subject combination for statistics, O’level requirements, institutions offering the course and every other thing you should know.

What is JAMB Subject Combination? 

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) subject combination simply refers to the key four (4) subjects you must write in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

Example is someone who wishes to study Statistics, the core JAMB subject combination are; Use of English, Mathematics, Physics, Economics etc. This is also the same thing applicable to other courses.

JAMB Subject Combination for Statistics

To study Statistics in any Nigerian university, the approved JAMB subject combination as stated in the brochure and IBASS portal are: 

  • Use of English
  • Mathematics
  • Physics or Further Mathematics
  • Economics

This means when you’re registering for the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), you must choose Use of English, Mathematics, Physics or Economics the subjects you wish to write on exam day.

Why Study Statistics? 

There are divers reasons why you should study competitive especially in a country like Nigeria and even the world at large.

  • The course is in high demands and get across almost all industries.
  • Gaining admission is less competitive.
  • Studying the course builds you to become analytical, critical and logical in thinking and interpretation of complex data. 

O’Level Admission Requirements for Statistics 

Another pin point in gaining admission into any Nigerian university is meeting the O’level requirements as approved by JAMB and for Statistics, below are the subjects you must have at least a credit pass.

  • Mathematics
  • English Language
  • Further Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Physics
  • And any other four (4) subjects of your choice.

General Admission Requirements for Statistics 

Summing up, below are the criteria to gain admission for Statistics in any Nigerian institution.

  • First you must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
  • Registering, writing and scoring at least 180 in JAMB is mandatory.
  • You must have at least five (5) C6 in either WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, GCE in not more than two sitting. This includes Mathematics and English language.
  • Applying as a Direct Entry candidate, you must have an A’level certification like National Diploma, NCE or even HND.
  • A valid copy of National Identity card, birth certificate, and certificate of origin etc.

JAMB Cut-off Mark for Statistics 

To gain admission for Statistics, it is required you score at least 180 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

Departmental Cut-off Mark for Statistics

The departmental cut-off mark for Statistics is determined by individual institutions. For most universities, the departmental cut-off mark for Statistics may be higher, often ranging from 200 to 250. 

FAQs 

Over the years, these are some of the most asked questions we’ve gotten from candidates.

Is Statistics offered in polytechnics?

Yes, apart from Universities, you can as well study Statistics in polytechnics. 

Can I study Statistics without Economics?

There are certain institution where you can study Statistics with alternative subjects like Chemistry or Further Mathematics instead of Economics.

Can I switch to Statistics from another course?

Yes, if at any point to find difficulty in studying Statistics, you can change it any other course of your choice. This can be done both at JAMB and school level.

Helpful Tips

Ensure you go through JAMB brochure, syllabus and IBASS portal carefully to fully understand the requirements for gaining admission into any university to study Statistics.

Generally, the right JAMB subject combination for Statistics are Use of English, Mathematics, Physics and Economics etc. In case you need more clarification, let us know in the comment section below.

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