Overview
Established in 2011, the African Rural University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Kagadi (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Western Region. This institution also has a branch campus in Kibaale and Kampala. Officially recognized by the The National Council for Higher Education of Uganda, African Rural University (ARU) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: under-250 students) women only Ugandan higher education institution. African Rural University (ARU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 13-year-old Ugandan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Ugandan higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ARU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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private
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non-profit
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very small-sized
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averagely selective
University Identity
| Name | African Rural University  |
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| Acronym | ARU |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Motto | Awakening the sleeping genius in each of us |
| Colours | White, blue and red |
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University Location
| Address | PO Box 24 Kagadi Western Region Uganda |
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+256 (793) 150 990 |
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+256 (414) 342 270 |
| Other locations | Kibaale and Kampala |
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Social Media
Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some African Rural University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
African Rural University's Facebook page
African Rural University's X (formerly Twitter) page
African Rural University's YouTube channel
African Rural University's Instagram page
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