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UR University at ur.ac.rw

2024 Ranking and Overview

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Overview

Founded in 1963, the University of Rwanda is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kigali (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Kigali Province. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Rwanda, University of Rwanda (UR) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Rwandan higher education institution. University of Rwanda (UR) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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 61-year-old Rwandan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Rwandan higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UR 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Rwanda's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Rwanda's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Rwanda' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Rwanda's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Profile

Name
Acronym UR
Founded 1963 Merger between National University of Rwanda (1963), Kigali Institute of Science & Technology, Kigali Institute of Education, Higher Institute of Agriculture & Animal Husbandry, School of Finance & Banking, Higher Institute of Umutara Polytechnic
Motto Excellence in Education and Service to the People
Colours Blue and white
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Campus Location

Address
Kigali
Kigali Province
Rwanda
University of Rwanda Phone Number +250
University of Rwanda Fax Number +250

University of Rwanda's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

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 University of Rwanda'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 University of Rwanda's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

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 University of Rwanda'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 University of Rwanda.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 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 University of Rwanda's admission information.

University of Rwanda's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Rwanda's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Rwanda's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


University of Rwanda's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


University of Rwanda's Admission Office Admission Office

BP 117, University Venue
Butare
530053


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. 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 University of Rwanda.

University of Rwanda's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Rwanda has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Rwanda's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Rwanda's Control Type Control Type

University of Rwanda is a public higher education institution.


University of Rwanda's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Rwanda is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Rwanda's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Rwanda's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Rwanda 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 University of Rwanda's main facilities:


University of Rwanda's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Rwanda's Library


University of Rwanda's Housing University Housing

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


University of Rwanda'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 University of Rwanda's main services:


University of Rwanda'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.

University of Rwanda's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

University of Rwanda's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Rwanda's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Rwanda'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.


University of Rwanda's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Rwanda is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Education of Rwanda

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1963


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Higher Education Council (HEC)


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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

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Rwanda's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study 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

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Rwanda 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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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

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Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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