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Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs

Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs Ranking

country rank: 1
world rank: 7969

University Overview

Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs ranking (Free University of the Great Lakes Countries) was founded in 1991 and is a non-profit private higher-education institution based in the urban setting of Goma, North Kivu (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000). Bukavu and Butembo are two other locations where this institution maintains branch campuses. Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs ranking (ULPGL) is a small (Topuniversitieslist enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Congolese higher education institution that is officially recognized by the Ministère de l’Enseignement Supérieur et Universitaire, République Démocratique du Congo (Ministry of Higher and University Education of the Democratic Republic of the Congo). In a variety of fields of study, the Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs (ULPGL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees. For more information, see the degree levels and areas of study matrix below from Topuniversitieslist. This Congolese higher education school, which is 29 years old, has a selective admission criteria based on entrance exams and students’ previous academic records and ratings. With an admittance rate of 60-70 percent, this Congolese higher education school is considered selective. Applicants from all over the world are welcome to apply. ULPGL also offers a library, lodging, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning possibilities, as well as administrative services to students.

Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs Ranking

University Identity

Name Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs
Acronym ULPGL
Founded 1991
Motto Foi, Science et Action Faith, Science and Action
Colours Blue, yellow and green

University Location

Address Avenue Karibu N°02, Quartier Himbi 1, Commune de Goma Goma 368 North Kivu Congo DR
Tel +243 990 903 157
Fax +243 977 556726
Other locations Bukavu, Butembo

Yearly Tuition Range

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,500 US$ (750-1,800 Euro) 2,500-5,000 US$ (1,800-3,700 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,500 US$ (750-1,800 Euro) 5,000-7,500 US$ (3,700-5,500 Euro)

University Admissions

Gender Men and Women (coed)
International Students Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission
Selection Type Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades
Admission Rate 60-70%
Admission Office Avenue Karibu N°02, Quartier Himbi 1 Goma 368 (99) 776 8113 (99) 776 8113

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment 3,000-3,999
Academic Staff 200-299
Control Type Private
Entity Type Non-Profit
Academic Calendar Semesters
Campus Setting Urban
Religious Affiliation None

Carnegie Classification

Facilities and Services

Library Yes
Housing Yes
Sport Facilities Yes
Financial Aids Yes
Study Abroad Yes
Distance Learning Yes
Academic Counseling Not reported
Career Services Yes
Institutional Hospital Not reported

Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations

Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) Réseau des Universités Protestantes d'Afrique (RUPA)

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