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List of Universities in Rwanda

Rwanda is a landlocked country located in East Africa, with a population of approximately 13 million people. It has a growing higher education sector, with both public and private universities offering a range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Below is a list of some of the universities in Rwanda:

  • University of Rwanda - Established in 2013, it is the largest public university in Rwanda, with several campuses throughout the country. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study, including agriculture, engineering, medicine, and law.

  • Kigali Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) - Established in 1997, it is a public university located in the city of Kigali. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in science, engineering, and technology.

  • Rwanda Military Academy (RMA) - Established in 2018, it is a public military academy located in the city of Gako. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in military science, leadership, and management.

  • Catholic University of Rwanda (CUR) - Established in 1997, it is a private Catholic university located in the city of Huye. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study, including business, law, and education.

  • Adventist University of Central Africa (AUCA) - Established in 1984, it is a private university located in the city of Kigali. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study, including theology, business, and education.

  • University of Lay Adventists of Kigali (UNILAK) - Established in 1996, it is a private university located in the city of Kigali. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study, including business, law, and education.

  • University of Tourism, Technology and Business Studies (UTB) - Established in 2008, it is a private university located in the city of Kigali. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study, including tourism, hospitality, and business.

  • Independent Institute of Lay Adventists of Kigali (INILAK) - Established in 2000, it is a private university located in the city of Kigali. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields of study, including business, education, and theology.

These are just some of the universities in Rwanda, each with its own unique strengths and areas of specialization. The higher education sector in Rwanda is growing and continues to expand, providing students with a range of options for pursuing their academic and professional goals.


This is only a List / Database of Institutions

  1. Adventist University of Central Africa

  2. Higher Institute of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry

  3. Kigali Health Institute

  4. Kigali Independent University

  5. Kigali Institute of Education

  6. Kigali Institute of Science & Technology

  7. National University of Rwanda

  8. School of Finance and Banking

  9. Umutara Polytechnic

  10. Université Catholique de Kabgayi

  11. University of Kibungo

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