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University of Abomey-Calavi

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Overview

Established in 1970, the Université d'Abomey-Calavi (University of Abomey-Calavi) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Abomey-Calavi (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Atlantique. This institution also has branch campuses in Cotonou, Ouidah and Porto-Novo. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique, Benin (Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Benin), Université d'Abomey-Calavi (UAC) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Beninese higher education institution. Université d'Abomey-Calavi (UAC) 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 table below for further details. This 54-year-old Beninese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this Beninese higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UAC 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.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Abomey-Calavi's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Abomey-Calavi's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Abomey-Calavi' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Abomey-Calavi's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Profile

Name (English)
Name University of Abomey-Calavi
Colours Green, yellow and red
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Campus Location

Address Boîte Postale 526
Abomey-Calavi
229 Atlantique
Benin
University of Abomey-Calavi Phone Number +229 (21) 361 119
University of Abomey-Calavi Fax Number +229 (21) 361 119
Other locations Cotonou, Ouidah and Porto-Novo

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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 University of Abomey-Calavi'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 Abomey-Calavi's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Abomey-Calavi'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 Abomey-Calavi.

University of Abomey-Calavi: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)

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Admission Info

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 Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Abomey-Calavi's admission information.

University of Abomey-Calavi's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Abomey-Calavi's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Abomey-Calavi a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Abomey-Calavi's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


University of Abomey-Calavi's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


University of Abomey-Calavi's Admission Office Admission Office

Vice Rectorat charge des Affaires Academiques et de la Recherche Universitaire, Campus d'Abomey-Calavi
Abomey-Calavi 01 BP 526
(21) 361 119


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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Abomey-Calavi.

University of Abomey-Calavi's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Abomey-Calavi has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Abomey-Calavi's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


University of Abomey-Calavi's Control Type Control Type

University of Abomey-Calavi is a public higher education institution.


University of Abomey-Calavi's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Abomey-Calavi is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Abomey-Calavi's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Abomey-Calavi's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Abomey-Calavi does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Abomey-Calavi's main facilities:


University of Abomey-Calavi's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Abomey-Calavi's Library


University of Abomey-Calavi's Housing University Housing

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


University of Abomey-Calavi'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 Abomey-Calavi's main services:


University of Abomey-Calavi's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

University of Abomey-Calavi's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

University of Abomey-Calavi's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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


University of Abomey-Calavi's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Abomey-Calavi's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


University of Abomey-Calavi's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

University of Abomey-Calavi is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique, Benin

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1970


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

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

  • African and Malagasy Council for Higher Education (AMEC)


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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Conseil Africain et Malgache pour l'Enseignement Supérieur (CAMES)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)

Academic Divisions

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 Divisions

uniRank shows a diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Abomey-Calavi '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 Twitter

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Free Online Courses

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