Planning to study in the department of Fine & Applied Arts at DELSU but unsure about the admissions process? This blog post is created especially for you, as we lead you step by step through the procedure.
Is There a Post-UTME Exam for DELSU Fine & Applied Arts in 2025?
For the 2025/2026 academic session, DELSU is no longer writing Post UTME for the department of Fine & Applied Arts in DELSU.
DELSU has modified the admission requirement for the 2025/2026 academic session. Instead of using your JAMB score + POST UTME aggregate to give you admission, your admission would be processed using your JAMB score + O’ Level grades.
This admission process has made things easier for student as you won’t travel a long distance to come write exam for a day and travel back. Your JAMB score sums up to 70% of your admission and O’ Level grades 30%
Requirements to Calculate Your DELSU Aggregate
You need these subjects for Fine & Applied Art aggregate calculation:
- JAMB Subjects: English Language, Fine & Applied Arts, Literature in English, History.
- O’Level Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Fine & Applied Arts, Literature in English and Geography or Economics.
Always include your WAEC/NECO and GCE result, or both if you are combining, when uploading your results to the school site for online screening.
- [Link: JAMB Subject Combination for Fine & Applied Arts in DELSU2025]
- [link: WAEC/NECO & GCE Subject Requirements for Fine & Applied Arts in DELSU]
How to Calculate Your DELSU Aggregate
The admissions procedure at DELSU for the department of Fine & Applied Arts 2025/2026 academic session has been modified. JAMB score (60%) and WAEC/NECO & GCE (40%) were utilized in the past. Presently, your JAMB score (70%) and WAEC/NECO (30%).sums up for your admission
This means no more Post UTME examinations, saving you the stress of traveling to Delta State, Abraka to write the exams.
Step 1 – Calculate Your JAMB Component
Note: Your JAMB score now covers 70% of your admission and the WAEC/NECO 30%.
Your JAMB score contributes 70% to your total aggregate using this formula: (Your JAMB Score ÷ 400) × 70.
To calculate this, divide your JAMB score by 400, then multiply the result by 70. For example, if you scored 270 in JAMB: 270 ÷ 400 = 0.675, then 0.675 × 70 = 47.25. Your JAMB aggregate is 47.25 out of 70 possible points.
| JAMB Score | Aggregate Points |
| 400 | 70.00 |
| 350 | 61.25 |
| 300 | 52.50 |
| 250 | 43.75 |
| 200 | 35.00 |
Step 2 – Calculate Your O’Level Component
Your O’Level results contribute 30% to your aggregate based on a points system for grade
WAEC/NECO/GCE Points Breakdown
| Grade | Points |
| A1 | 6 |
| B2 | 5 |
| B3 | 4 |
| C4 | 3 |
| C5 | 2 |
| C6 | 1 |
The calculation includes five topics: your four core JAMB subjects (English Language, Fine & Applied Arts, Literature in English, History), as well as one additional applicable subject such as Geography or Economics. Simply add the points for these five subjects to acquire your O’Level component, which has a maximum of 30 points.
[Link: DELSU O’Level Requirements to study Fine & Applied Arts in DELSU: WAEC, NECO & GCE Accepted Grades]
Complete Calculation Example
Here’s how to put everything together using a real example.
Student Profile: JAMB Score: 270, O’Level Results: A1, B2, C4, C5, C6
JAMB Calculation: 270 ÷ 400 = 0.625, then 0.675 × 70 = 47.25 points
O’Level Calculation: A1 (6) + A1 (6) + B2 (5) + B2 (5) + B3 (4) = 26 points
Final Aggregate: 47.35 + 17 = 73.35 out of 100
This student’s aggregate score is 73.35, which will be compared against the departmental cut-off when released.
[Link: DELSU Fine & Applied Arts Department Cut-off Marks]
FAQ
How many Faculties of DELSU are in Oleh?
There are two faculties in Oleh which include Engineering and Law.
Can I apply for weekends program in DELSU?
Yes! DELSU offers weekend program for students.
When would DELSU start giving admission?
DELSU would start giving out admission a month before school resumes and the admission continues by releasing other batches as school resumes.
Next Steps After Calculating Your Aggregate
Now that you know your aggregate score: monitor DELSU’s official website for cut-off announcements, prepare backup university options if your score seems borderline, Get your JAMB result and O’Level certificates ready for verification, and check your admission status regularly once cut-offs are released.
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