Can You Combine Two WAEC Results for Admission?

For many Nigerian students, gaining admission into a university or polytechnic can be competitive. If you’ve sat for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC) more than once, you might wonder: Can I combine two WAEC results to gain admission?

The good news is — Yes, you can! But there are important conditions and considerations to keep in mind.

What Does “Combining WAEC Results” Mean?

Combining WAEC results simply means using the best grades from two different exam sittings to meet the required five (5) or more O’Level credit passes (including English and Mathematics) needed for admission into a tertiary institution in Nigeria.

This can be:

• WAEC + WAEC
• WAEC + NECO
• NECO + NECO
• WAEC + NABTEB (in some schools)

Why Do Students Combine Results?

• To make up for failed or missing subjects in one sitting
• To meet a specific course requirement (e.g., a credit in Physics or Literature)
• To increase chances of getting admitted to a competitive course

Is It Acceptable in All Schools?

Most Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges accept two sittings for admission. However, this depends on the institution and the course you’re applying for.

• Highly competitive courses like Medicine, Law, or Engineering in some top universities may require a single sitting.
• Schools like UI, UNILAG, and Covenant University are known to be strict with admission requirements and often prefer one sitting.

➡️ Always check the admission policy of the institution or department you’re applying to.

How to Combine Your Results

1. Ensure both results are valid and verifiable.
2. During your JAMB registration or Post-UTME, indicate that you are using two sittings.
3. When filling your online or physical application form, enter your grades accordingly for each sitting.
4. Upload both WAEC result certificates or printouts when required.

Important Things to Note

• The combination must meet the minimum 5 credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics.
• You must use the same name and date of birth on both results for smooth verification.
• If your school requires Verification Pin (WAEC Scratch Card), keep it handy.
• Some schools accept combinations with GCE results as well.

Final Thoughts

Combining WAEC results is a smart way to increase your chances of admission if you didn’t meet the requirements in one sitting. Just make sure the school and course you’re applying for accept it, and provide accurate documentation during your application.

Your dream course may still be within reach—even with two sittings.