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Government College University, Lahore

country rank  30
world rank  5897

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Overview

Founded in 1864, the Government College University, Lahore is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Lahore (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Punjab. Officially recognized by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, Government College University, Lahore (GCU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Pakistani higher education institution. Government College University, Lahore (GCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 160-year-old Pakistani higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. GCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Government College University, Lahore's Control Typepublic

Entity

Government College University, Lahore's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Government College University, Lahore' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Government College University, Lahore's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) گورنمنٹ کالج یونیورسٹی لاہور
Acronym GCU
Founded 1864
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address Lower Mall, Katchehri Road
Lahore
54600 Punjab
Pakistan
Government College University, Lahore's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Government College University, Lahore Phone Number +92 (42) 712 0028
Government College University, Lahore Fax Number +92 (42) 724 3198

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Government College University, Lahore's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Government College University, Lahore's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Government College University, Lahore's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Government College University, Lahore.

Government College University, Lahore: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
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International
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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Government College University, Lahore's admission information.

Government College University, Lahore's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Government College University, Lahore's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Government College University, Lahore a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Government College University, Lahore's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Government College University, Lahore's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Government College University, Lahore's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Government College University, Lahore.

Government College University, Lahore's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Government College University, Lahore has an enrollment range of 7,000-7,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


Government College University, Lahore's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 300-399 academic employees (Faculty).


Government College University, Lahore's Control Type Control Type

Government College University, Lahore is a public higher education institution.


Government College University, Lahore's Entity Type Entity Type

Government College University, Lahore is a non-profit higher education institution.


Government College University, Lahore's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Government College University, Lahore's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Not reported


Religious Affiliation

Government College University, Lahore does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Government College University, Lahore's main facilities:


Government College University, Lahore's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Government College University, Lahore's Library


Government College University, Lahore's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Government College University, Lahore's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Government College University, Lahore's main services:


Government College University, Lahore's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Government College University, Lahore's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Government College University, Lahore's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Government College University, Lahore's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Government College University, Lahore's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Government College University, Lahore's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Government College University, Lahore is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Education Commission of Pakistan


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Government College University, Lahore's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Government of the Punjab
  • Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of Government College University, Lahore's official first-level academic divisions. If you are an official representative you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).




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 Government College University, Lahore's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Government College University, Lahore's Facebook page Government College University, Lahore's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Government College University, Lahore's X (formerly Twitter) page Government College University, Lahore's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Government College University, Lahore's YouTube channel Government College University, Lahore's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Government College University, Lahore's Instagram page Government College University, Lahore's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Government College University, Lahore's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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