Admissions
Two routes into professional nursing. Find out which one applies to you, what you need, and how to apply.
Applying to Sancta Maria College
Detail About How To Apply
Nursing at our College of Nursing Sciences is a four year programme: two years of National Diploma followed by two years of Higher National Diploma. There are two ways in.
If you are a school leaver, you apply through JAMB and start at ND 1. If you are already a registered nurse or registered midwife, you apply on your existing qualification, you do not sit JAMB, and you join partway through.
Everything happens through the college admission portal. Read the requirements for your route below before you apply. Application fees are not refundable.
Nursing (ND and HND) for school leavers, and Post Basic Nursing for registered nurses and midwives.
ND and HND academic certificates, plus RN, RM and RPHN professional qualifications.
Register, apply, pay and check your admission status in one place.
You enter your result and credential numbers on the form. The college verifies them directly.
Things To Know First
A few points that save applicants time, money and a rejected application.
- Check your eligibility before you apply.
- NABTEB stands on its own
- Post Basic applicants do not need JAMB
- There is nothing to scan or upload.
- Apply before the deadline, not on it.
Do I need to submit documents?
No. There is nothing to scan or upload on the portal.
School leaver applicants enter their O’Level grades and their JAMB registration number and score on the application form. Post Basic applicants enter their NMCN registration number, practising licence number and certificate details.
Bring your original documents to the post-UTME/physical interview.
The Application Process
1
Create a portal account
Visit the College's admission portal and create an account using a valid email address and active phone number. Ensure that the information provided is accurate, as your contact details will be used for important admission updates. After registration, log in to your applicant dashboard and select your preferred programme of study.
2
Fill the Application Form
After logging into your dashboard, click on “Begin Application” to start your application. Select your desired programme and carefully complete all required sections of the application form. Provide accurate personal, educational, and contact information, and review your entries before submitting.
3
Pay the Application Fee
Proceed to the Payments/Receipts section of your applicant dashboard. Select the application fee invoice and follow the instructions provided to make payment. Ensure that your payment is successfully processed and keep your payment receipt for future reference.
4
Post-UTME Examination
Applicants who have completed the application process will proceed to the College's Post-UTME screening examination. The examination assesses candidates in relevant core science subjects and English Language. Applicants are advised to prepare adequately and arrive at the examination venue with printed copy of their application form and payment reciept as instructed.
5
Admission Decision
Following the screening exercise, applications will be reviewed and successful candidates will be offered admission. Successful applicants will receive an admission letter indicating the programme and level of entry. Applicants should carefully follow the instructions contained in their admission letter.
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Acceptance and School Fees
Upon receiving an admission offer, the successful candidate is required to accept the offer within the specified period. The candidate should then proceed to pay the applicable acceptance fee and school fees and complete the necessary registration and documentation processes.
FAQ
Frequently Ask Questions.
Here are commonly asked questions with answers to help prospective students:
SMCCNS offers:
- Nursing (ND and HND) – A Four-year program training students to become professional nurses.
- Post Basic Nursing – Your existing qualification decides where you join. Registered midwives enter at ND 2 (200 level) for a three year programme, taking RPHN at HND 1 and RN at HND 2. Registered nurses enter at HND 1 (300 level) for a two year programme, taking RPHN at HND 1 and RM at HND 2.
Only on the Post Basic route, which requires you to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria. For the four year Nursing programme, a JAMB result meeting the college cut off is required.
To apply, candidates must have:
- A JAMB (UTME) result meeting the college cut off mark for that admission year
- At least 16 years of age
- SSCE (WAEC or NECO) with credits in at least five subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings
- NABTEB is accepted and stands on its own, on the same five subject and two sitting basis
- A pass in the college Post UTME examination, and attendance at the physical interview.
Steps:
- Confirm your eligibility Check your O'Level credits, your JAMB score and your age against the requirements above before you pay any fee.
- Create a portal account Register on the admission portal with a working email address and phone number, then select the Nursing ND and HND programme.
- Enter your results and pay Fill in your O'Level grades and your JAMB registration number and score, then pay the application fee to submit.
- Sit the Post UTME examination The college runs its own Post UTME screening covering the core science subjects and English.
- Attend the physical interview Shortlisted candidates attend an interview on campus assessing communication and suitability for the profession.
- Accept your offer Successful candidates receive an admission letter, then pay the acceptance fee and school fees to register at ND 1.
Requirements:
- You must be a qualified nurse or midwife, duly registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN)
- A current practising licence and your notification of registration or certificate
- A pass in the college entrance examination, and attendance at the physical interview
- JAMB is not required for this route.
Steps:
- Have your credentials to hand You will need your NMCN registration, your current practising licence and your notification of registration or certificate.
- Create a portal account Register on the admission portal and select Post Basic Nursing. There is no JAMB step on this route.
- Enter your credential numbers and pay Enter your licence and registration numbers, complete your details, and pay the application fee. There is nothing to scan or upload.
- Verification by the college The college verifies your numbers directly with the NMCN. You will be contacted if anything needs clarifying.
- Sit the entrance examination and interview Post Basic candidates sit the college entrance examination and attend the physical interview.
- Accept your offer Successful applicants receive an admission letter stating the level you enter at, then pay the acceptance fee and school fees.
Two years. You would enter at HND 1 (300 level), take the RPHN examination at HND 1 and the RM examination at HND 2. Registered midwives take three years, entering at ND 2 (200 level).
Yes! The school offers hostel facilities with a safe and conducive learning environment. Accommodation is available to all admitted students.
Graduates can work in:
- Hospitals & Clinics (Public & Private)
- Maternity Homes & Community Health Centers
- Government & International Health Agencies
- Further Studies & Specializations in Nursing or Midwifery
💡 Have more questions? Contact our admissions office today!
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Take the first step towards a rewarding career in nursing. At Sancta Maria College, quality education, practical training, and compassionate service come together to prepare you for a successful future in healthcare.