For those who have ventured into the world of university applications, the path isn’t always linear or predictable. Missed the mark for the desired programme at the esteemed University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) for 2023/2024? Fear not. Could there be another avenue to explore? Indeed, UNIPORT’s supplementary admission beckons! Dive deeper to decipher the eligibility criteria, grasp the key dates, and unearth the faculties opening their doors for this unique opportunity.

The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) is extending a lifeline to first-choice candidates who, despite their earnest efforts in the 2023/2024 admission screening, did not secure an admission into their desired programmes. This opportunity comes in the form of a supplementary admission offering.

Considering Supplementary Admission: What You Need to Know

For candidates still eager to become part of the esteemed University of Port Harcourt community, a supplementary admission may be their gateway. However, there are pivotal criteria they must meet:

1. Performance Metrics:
   • Candidates should have scored no less than 150 in the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
   • Additionally, a Post-UTME score of 104, coupled with the requisite UTME subject combination, is mandatory.
2. Age Restriction:
   • As of 31st October 2023, candidates should have celebrated their 16th birthday.
3. Academic Qualifications:
   • Five O’level credit passes in relevant subjects are essential, aligning with the University’s stipulated entry prerequisites.

Initiating the Supplementary Admission Process

Eager to give this opportunity a shot? Here’s your starting point:

• Application Form: Navigate to the Supplementary Admission Application Form to commence the process.

Do note, however, that not all faculties and programmes are open for supplementary admission.

Key Dates and Subsequent Steps

• Deadline Alert: It’s crucial for candidates to be aware that the window for online supplementary admission applications concludes on Friday, 6th October, 2023.
• Post-Admission Formalities: Candidates who find success in their supplementary admission endeavours will then need to:
  1. Visit the JAMB website’s CAPS section and approve the transfer, thus accepting a change in their department.
  2. Upload their O’Level results to JAMB. This step is non-negotiable; any candidates neglecting this will find their admission ambitions thwarted.

Regularly Monitor Your Admission Status

To ensure that the admission process advances without a hitch, it’s imperative for candidates to:

• Regularly peruse their admission status on the JAMB CAPS portal.
• Promptly accept any admission offers, which is crucial for the completion of the admission process.

In Conclusion

To the aspirants of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT): although the path may seem meandering, remember that every challenge surmounted is a step closer to your academic aspirations. Here’s wishing every candidate the very best in their supplementary admission journey!