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Mount Kigali University

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world rank  12843

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Overview

Established in 2010, the Mount Kigali University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kigali (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Kigali Province. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Rwanda, Mount Kigali University (MKUR) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Rwandan higher education institution. Mount Kigali University (MKUR) 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 15-year-old Rwandan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 90-99% making this Rwandan higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MKUR also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Mount Kigali University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Mount Kigali University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Mount Kigali University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Mount Kigali University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym MKUR
Founded 2010
Motto Empowering Generations Through Education
Colours Blue, orange, white and gold
Mascot
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University Location

Address KK 554 St, KK 15 Rd
Kigali
5826 Kigali Province
Rwanda
Mount Kigali University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Mount Kigali University Phone Number 788 125 088
Mount Kigali University Fax Number
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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 Mount Kigali University 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 Mount Kigali University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


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 Mount Kigali University 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 Mount Kigali University.



Mount Kigali University: 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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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

Mount Kigali University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Mount Kigali University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 90-99% making it a least selective higher education institution.


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


Mount Kigali University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Mount Kigali University's Admission Office Admission Office

KK 554, KK 15 Rd
Kigali 5826
788 125088


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Mount Kigali University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Mount Kigali University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Mount Kigali University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Mount Kigali University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Mount Kigali University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Mount Kigali University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Mount Kigali University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Mount Kigali University 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


Mount Kigali University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Mount Kigali University's Library


Mount Kigali University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Mount Kigali University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Mount Kigali University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Mount Kigali University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Mount Kigali University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Mount Kigali University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Mount Kigali University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Mount Kigali University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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.


Mount Kigali University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Mount Kigali University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Rwanda

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2023


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Higher Education Council (HEC)
  • Nursing Council of Rwanda


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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 Mount Kigali University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Mount Kenya University


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 Mount Kigali University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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