By: Joseph Kerkula
The Administration of the University of Liberia (UL) has officially released the results of the 2025 Undergraduate Entrance Examination, which was administered on July 12, 2025.
Speaking at a press conference held Monday in Monrovia, UL President Dr. Layli Maparyan described the results as a reflection of the university’s commitment to transparency and fairness in its admissions process.
She emphasized that the examination process incorporated both computer-based testing (CBT) and paper-based assessments, which were overseen by the university’s Center for Testing and Evaluation.
According to official figures released by the university, the entrance exam attracted a total of 13,130 registered candidates. Out of that number:
614 candidates (or 4.68%) were absent on the day of the exam.
12,516 candidates (or 95.32%) were present and took the test.
Of those who sat for the exam:
2,807 candidates successfully passed the examination, representing 28.32% of those who sat.
9,299 candidates failed, accounting for 74.30%.
410 candidates (or 3.28%) were disqualified due to incorrect shading of identification numbers or other technical errors that rendered their answer sheets invalid.
Gender Breakdown of Successful Candidates
In a positive shift toward gender parity, the results show a nearly even distribution between male and female successful candidates:
1,415 females passed the exam, constituting 50.41% of the total successful candidates.
1,392 males were successful, making up the remaining 49.59%.
Dr. Maparyan expressed satisfaction with the improved gender representation, noting that it aligns with the university’s broader goal of promoting equal access to higher education for all Liberians, regardless of gender.
The University of Liberia has consistently emphasized the importance of merit-based admission and continues to improve the integrity of its entrance process.
The integration of computer-based testing is part of an ongoing effort to modernize the university’s assessment systems and minimize the possibility of exam malpractices.
Dr. Maparyan concluded by congratulating all successful candidates and encouraged those who were unsuccessful not to give up, but to prepare better for future opportunities.
