What does admission in progress check back later mean?

When your application for admission into the university or other higher institution enters its processing stage, you’ll start seeing the phrase “Admission in Progress, Check Back Later” on either the JAMB CAPS or the school’s admission portal.

While seeing this should bring a sense of relief, you need to know that it does not guarantee anything.

It is only but, proof that you’re not being left out of the consideration for admission.

In essence, this message shows that your application is actively being reviewed by the school you applied to.

It suggests that you have passed some stages of the admission process, but your final admission status has not yet been determined.

When you see “admission in progress, check back later”, on your dashboard, here’s what it “actually” means and what to do next.

What does admission in progress check back later mean?

When you see the message “admission in progress, check back later” on JAMB CAPS or a school’s admission portal, it simply means that your application is currently under review.

The admissions team is actively checking your qualifications, like your JAMB score, O’Level results, and other details to know if you should be granted admission or not.

Does that call for celebration? Absolutely no.

This phrase simply shows that you are still being considered for admission and have not been rejected yet, it doesn’t also mean that you’ll get the admission.

It only confirms that you have passed the initial stages of the admission process like you meet the cut-off mark or that you submitted every requirement for admission.

However, it is not a confirmation of admission. No decision on whether you’ll get admission or not has been made yet at this point.

It only means that your application is progressing, and a final decision has not yet been made.

What the school is currently doing is comparing applications to pick who meets their requirements or fits their available slots.

What can I do when I see admission in progress, check back later?

When you see admission in progress, check back later, first, go through your JAMB portal dashboard and check if your details there match the ones in your school admission portal dashboard.

In addition, log into the JAMB CAPS portal and check your O’Level results, JAMB scores, and any other documents required by the school for admission.

If anything is missing or incorrect, fix it immediately to avoid complications.

Next, check your admission status frequently. Schools do release their admission lists in batches, so checking all the time will help you know when there is an update.

Furthermore, be patient. Admission in progress does not mean you’ll get admission nor does it mean you won’t, it shows that you are still in the running.

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If you have concerns, you can contact the school’s admissions office for clarification.

Can admission in progress turn to not admitted?

Yes, “Admission in Progress” can turn to “Not Admitted.” This will happen if after reviewing your application the school decides that you do not meet the requirements for admission or if the competition for slots is too high and your score isn’t among the top.

While seeing “Admission in Progress” is a sign that your application is being actively considered, it doesn’t guarantee admission.

For example, the admission team can find that your JAMB score, O’Level results, or subject combination does not meet the needed score for the course you applied for.

Furthermore, if you apply for a highly competitive course and your score isn’t high enough, you’ll not be admitted.

Finally, your status can change to “Not Admitted” if you fail to upload all necessary documents or if the uploaded ones are incorrect.

If your status changes to “Not Admitted,” don’t lose hope:

• You can go for other options like changing your course or institution through JAMB CAPS.
• You can also apply to less competitive courses where you can easily get admission.
• Or, wait for another admission cycle.

Generally, while “Admission in Progress” shows that your application is under review, it’s not a guarantee you’ll get admission.

What if I’m not admitted?

If your status changes to “Not Admitted,” you can:

• Apply for other schools or Courses: Consider applying for less competitive courses or change your target to schools with less competition.
• Go for Polytechnic or College of Education: Polytechnic or College of Education is a good option if you can’t get admission into your chosen university.
• Register for part-time or Pre-degree programs: This is a good way to stay on track while you plan for the next admission cycle.

If you see the message “Admission in Progress, Check Back Later” on your dashboard, it is simply a sign that your application is still in the race.

But it does not mean you’ll get admission.