As the 2026/2027 admission and enrolment exercise continues, prospective students of the National Open University of Nigeria are strongly advised to confirm their eligibility before choosing and applying for any programme.
Applicants should not select a programme based only on interest or popularity. Admission requirements differ across programmes, and candidates must ensure that their O’Level subjects, previous qualifications and academic background meet the requirements of their preferred course.
This is especially important for:
* Undergraduate applicants
* Direct Entry candidates
* Postgraduate diploma applicants
* Master’s degree applicants
* Doctoral programme applicants
Candidates should carefully verify their programme requirements before making any admission payment. Applying for a programme without the required qualifications may lead to rejection, delayed admission processing or the need to begin another application.
Prospective students should also ensure that all personal information entered during registration is correct. Names, date of birth, telephone number, email address and selected study centre should be properly checked before submission.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare clear copies of their academic credentials, passport photograph, birth certificate or age declaration and other relevant documents before starting the application.
NOUN Update is available to assist prospective students with programme selection, eligibility verification, admission guidance and application processing.
Avoid costly admission mistakes. Confirm your eligibility before paying for or submitting your NOUN application.