can i study law with a score of 234 or i should just change my course?

Olaleyedamilola456

2 months ago

I think you should just change your course

Kelvinsmart20

1 month ago

To be completely honest, studying Law at Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) with a score of 234 is quite risky, but not impossible depending on several factors.
​Here is a realistic breakdown of your situation:
​The Reality of Law Admissions
​Law is one of the most competitive courses in any Nigerian federal university. Most federal universities, including FULOKOJA, often have a "merit" cut-off for Law that hovers between 250 and 280.
​The Positive: Your score of 234 is decent and likely above the general university minimum cut-off. It puts you in a position where you are eligible to sit for the Post-UTME.
​The Risk: Because Law has a very limited number of slots (quota), the university will prioritize candidates with higher scores first. A score of 234 puts you in the "middle ground"—you aren't at the top of the pile, but you aren't at the bottom either.
​Factors That Could Work in Your Favor
​Before you rush to change your course, consider these three things:
​Post-UTME Performance: FULOKOJA uses an aggregate system. If you can score exceptionally high in your Post-UTME (think 80% and above), you can pull your average up and compete with those who had 260+ in JAMB but performed poorly in the screening.
​Catchment Area: If you are from Kogi State, you fall under the catchment area. Catchment cut-off marks are usually lower than the general merit cut-off, which gives you a much better chance.
​ELDS: If you are from an Educationally Less Developed State, the requirements might also be slightly more relaxed.
​Should You Change Your Course?
​Stay with Law if: You are extremely confident in your ability to ace the Post-UTME and you are from Kogi State or an ELDS.
​Consider Changing if: You are a "Merit" candidate (not from the catchment area) and you are not willing to take the risk of not being admitted at all. If having a guaranteed admission this year is your priority, changing to a less competitive but related course (like Criminology, Political Science, or Philosophy) might be safer.
​My Advice:
Don't change just yet. Wait for FULOKOJA to release their official departmental cut-off marks for the 2026 session. If the cut-off for Law is set at 240 or 250, then you should definitely consider a change of course to avoid losing the year.