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University of Cape Verde

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world rank  7630

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Overview

Established in 2006, the Universidade de Cabo Verde (University of Cape Verde) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Praia (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Mindelo and São Vicente. Officially recognized by the Ministério da Educacao e Desporto, Cabo Verde (Ministry of Education and Sport of Cape Verde), Universidade de Cabo Verde (Uni-CV) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Cape Verdean higher education institution. Universidade de Cabo Verde (Uni-CV) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 18-year-old Cape Verdean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Uni-CV also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, 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 Cape Verde's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Cape Verde's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Cape Verde' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

University of Cape Verde's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) University of Cape Verde
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym Uni-CV
Founded 2006
Motto Scientia via est
Knowledge is the Way
Colours Burgundy, gray, white and black
Mascot
Video Presentation

University Location

Address Praça António Lereno
Praia
CP 379C Praia
Cape Verde
University of Cape Verde's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Cape Verde Phone Number 261 9904
University of Cape Verde Fax Number 261 2660
Other locations Mindelo and São Vicente

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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 Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidade de Cabo Verde 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 Universidade de Cabo Verde's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidade de Cabo Verde: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Cape Verde's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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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 Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidade de Cabo Verde categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Universidade de Cabo Verde.



University of Cape Verde: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Cape Verde's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

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

University of Cape Verde's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Cape Verde's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Cape Verde's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


University of Cape Verde's Admission Office Admission Office

Praça António Lereno
Praia CP 379C
261 9904


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Cape Verde's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

University of Cape Verde's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


University of Cape Verde's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


University of Cape Verde's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


University of Cape Verde's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Cape Verde's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Cape Verde's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Cape Verde's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Cape Verde is None Religious Affiliation

None.


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


University of Cape Verde's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Cape Verde's Library


University of Cape Verde's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Cape Verde's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University of Cape Verde's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Cape Verde's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Cape Verde's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Cape Verde's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


University of Cape Verde's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Cape Verde's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Cape Verde's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

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 Cape Verde's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Cape Verde is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministério da Educacao e Desporto, Cabo Verde

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universidade de Cabo Verde's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Cape Verde as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

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 Universidade de Cabo Verde's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Associação das Universidades de Língua Portuguesa (AULP)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines 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 divisions and a more streamlined 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 Universidade de Cabo Verde '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

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of University of Cape Verde's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Universidade de Cabo Verde's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Universidade de Cabo Verde's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Universidade de Cabo Verde's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Universidade de Cabo Verde's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universidade de Cabo Verde's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Universidade de Cabo Verde's official TikTok channel


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.


Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

Universidade de Cabo Verde's Wikipedia article

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