Social Works is a profession dedicated to helping vulnerable individuals and communities overcome hardship through support, rehabilitation, and advocacy. The JAMB cut off mark for Social Works for the 2026/2027 academic session ranges from 140 to 190, depending on the university and the level of competition for admission.
Social Works centre on improving human wellbeing through counselling, advocacy, social intervention, rehabilitation, and community support services for people facing emotional, economic, and social difficulties.
Students learn areas such as sociology, psychology, social policy, human development, crisis management, and community relations while developing practical skills in welfare and support systems.
Graduates can go into careers in NGOs, healthcare institutions, correctional services, schools, humanitarian agencies, government organisations, and social welfare centres as counsellors, social workers, rehabilitation officers, and community development professionals.
Federal Universities Offering Social Works
Not every federal university offers Social Works as a standalone degree. Most offer it under the Faculty of Social Sciences. Below are the federal institutions that do, along with their cut off marks for 2026.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) | 170 to 190 | Yes | Enugu |
| University of Ibadan (UI) | 170 to 190 | Yes | Oyo |
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | 160 to 180 | Yes | Lagos |
| Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) | 150 to 170 | Yes | Osun |
| Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria | 150 to 170 | Yes | Kaduna |
| University of Benin (UNIBEN) | 150 to 170 | Yes | Edo |
| University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) | 150 to 170 | Yes | Kwara |
| University of Calabar (UNICAL) | 140 to 160 | Yes | Cross River |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka | 140 to 160 | Yes | Anambra |
| University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) | 140 to 160 | Yes | FCT |
| Bayero University, Kano (BUK) | 140 to 160 | Yes | Kano |
| University of Uyo (UNIUYO) | 140 to 160 | Yes | Akwa Ibom |
| Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Ekiti |
| Federal University, Lokoja (FULOKOJA) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Kogi |
| Federal University, Dutsin Ma (FUDMA) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Katsina |
| Federal University, Lafia (FULAFIA) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Nasarawa |
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State Universities Offering Social Works
State universities are generally more accessible for Social Works applicants.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos State University (LASU) | 150 to 170 | Yes | Lagos |
| Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka | 140 to 160 | Yes | Delta |
| Rivers State University (RSU), Port Harcourt | 140 to 150 | Yes | Rivers |
| Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Ekiti |
| Imo State University (IMSU) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Imo |
| Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma | 140 to 150 | Yes | Edo |
| Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago Iwoye | 140 to 150 | Yes | Ogun |
| Kwara State University (KWASU) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Kwara |
| Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Nasarawa |
| Benue State University (BSU) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Benue |
Private Universities Offering Social Works
Private universities offer Social Works with lower JAMB cut off marks. The trade off is higher tuition fees.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant University, Ota | 150 to 170 | Yes | Ogun |
| Babcock University, Ilishan Remo | 140 to 160 | Yes | Ogun |
| Bowen University, Iwo | 140 to 150 | Yes | Osun |
| Lead City University, Ibadan | 140 to 150 | Yes | Oyo |
| Madonna University, Okija | 140 to 150 | Yes | Anambra |
| Igbinedion University, Okada | 140 to 150 | Yes | Edo |
Requirements That Get Students Rejected
Your JAMB score is important, but it will not save you if you ignore the rules below.
O Level Requirements
You need at least five credits in English Language, Mathematics, and any three other social science or arts subjects like Government, Economics, CRS, IRS, or Literature. These credits must come from no more than two exam sittings. WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB results are accepted.
UTME Subject Combination
You must register for English Language and any three other social science or arts subjects.
Do not register for Biology, Chemistry, or Physics unless you are also applying for a science course. That combination will get your application rejected.
Careers in Social Works
Social Works opens doors to jobs in child protection, mental health, healthcare, and community development.
1. Child Protection Social Worker
This role involves investigating reports of child abuse or neglect, working alongside families to create safer homes, and when necessary, removing children from dangerous environments.
2. School Social Worker
Inside schools, social workers help students struggling with behaviour problems, family breakdowns, or mental health issues that affect their learning.
3. Medical Social Worker
Hospitals and clinics rely on social workers to help patients understand their illnesses, plan for discharge, and find the care they need after leaving the hospital.
4. Mental Health Social Worker
Providing counselling for people dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or severe mental illness. Connecting them to therapy, medication, and support networks.
5. Geriatric Social Worker
Helping elderly individuals stay independent, access medical care, and navigate the difficult transition to nursing homes or assisted living facilities.
6. Substance Abuse Counsellor
Working with people fighting addiction. Leading support groups, referring clients to rehabilitation programmes, and supporting families through the recovery process.
7. Community Development Worker
Going into communities to identify problems and create real solutions. Clean water projects, job training programmes, youth initiatives, or housing assistance.
8. Crisis Intervention Specialist
Responding to emergencies. Suicide attempts, domestic violence incidents, and child abandonment. This is the front line of social works.
9. Non Profit Programme Manager
Overseeing programmes for organisations focused on poverty, homelessness, or family support. Managing staff, budgets, and measuring results.
10. Academic
Teaching Social Works at a university or polytechnic, training the next generation of social workers who will carry the work forward.
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