Founded in 1980, Rivers State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Port Harcourt (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Rivers. Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, Rivers State University (RSU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Nigerian higher education institution. Rivers State University (RSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 40 years old Nigerian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Nigerian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. RSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Rivers State University |
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Acronym | RSU |
Founded | 1980 Origins date back to 1972 |
Motto | Excellence and Creativity |
Colours | Blue, green and white |
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Address | Ikwerre Road, Nkoplu Oroworukwo, Private Mailbox 5080, Nkpoku Oroworukwo Port Harcourt Rivers Nigeria |
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Tel | +234 (709) 541 5002 |
Fax | +234 803 312 6790 |
Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |||
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Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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Local students |
0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
International students |
1,000-2,500 US$ (750-1,800 Euro) |
2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro) |
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Gender | Men and Women (coed) |
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International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations |
Admission Rate | 0-10% |
Admission Office | Office of the Registrar, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt (803) 3126790 |
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Student Enrollment | 30,000-34,999 |
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Academic Staff | 1,500-1,999 |
Control Type | Public |
Entity Type | Non-Profit |
Academic Calendar | Semesters |
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Campus Setting | Urban |
Religious Affiliation | None |
Study Abroad | Yes |
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Distance Learning | Yes |
Academic Counseling | Yes |
Career Services | Yes |
Institutional Hospital | Not reported |
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