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Galen University

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Overview

Founded in 2002, the Galen University is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of San Ignacio (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Cayo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of Belize, Galen University (GU) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 250-499 students) coeducational Belizean higher education institution. Galen University (GU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 22-year-old Belizean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Belizean higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. GU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Galen University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Galen University's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Galen University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Galen University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym GU
Founded 2002
Motto Foundations for Life
Colours Green and white
Mascot Harpy Eagle
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official Galen University general video presentation.

University Location

Address 62.5 Western Highway, PO Box 177
San Ignacio
Cayo
Belize
Galen University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Galen University Phone Number +501 824 3226
Galen University Fax Number +501 824 3723

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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 Galen University'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 Galen University'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 Galen University'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 Galen University.

Galen University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)

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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 Galen University's admission information.

Galen University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Galen University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Galen University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Galen University's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Galen University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Galen University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 177, mile 62.5 Western Highway
San Ignacio
824 2336


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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 Galen University.

Galen University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Galen University has an enrollment range of 250-499 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Galen University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of under-50 academic employees (Faculty).


Galen University's Control Type Control Type

Galen University is a private higher education institution.


Galen University's Entity Type Entity Type

Galen University is a for-profit higher education institution.


Galen University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Galen University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Galen University 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 Galen University's main facilities:


Galen University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Galen University's Library


Galen University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Galen University'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 Galen University's main services:


Galen University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Galen University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Galen University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Galen University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Galen University'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.


Galen University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Galen University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of Belize

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2003


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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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

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


Facebook Facebook

Galen University's Facebook page Galen University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Galen University's X (formerly Twitter) page Galen University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Galen University's YouTube channel Galen University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Galen University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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