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Northrise University

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world rank  7752

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Overview

Established in 2003, the Northrise University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Ndola (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Copperbelt. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Zambia, Northrise University (NU) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: under-250 students) coeducational Zambian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Nondenominational religion. Northrise University (NU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 22-year-old Zambian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Zambian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Northrise University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Northrise University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Northrise University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Northrise University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym NU
Founded 2003
Motto Being Excellent at What is Good!
Colours Orange, black, white and gray
Mascot
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University Location

Address Carvelle House, Buteko Avenue, PO Box 240271
Ndola
10101 Copperbelt
Zambia
Northrise University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Northrise University Phone Number (212) 622 195
Northrise University Fax Number (212) 622 198
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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 Northrise 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 Northrise University's academic range and degree level offering.




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 Northrise 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 Northrise University.



Northrise University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 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

Northrise University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Northrise University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 50-59% making it an averagely 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


Northrise University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Northrise University's Admission Office Admission Office

Caravelle House, Buteko Avenue
Ndola
(212) 622 195


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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

Northrise University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment of fewer than 250, making it a very small-sized institution


Northrise University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.


Northrise University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Northrise University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Northrise University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Northrise 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.


Northrise University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Northrise University is Christian-Nondenominational Religious Affiliation

Christian-Nondenominational.


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


Northrise University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Northrise University's Library


Northrise University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Northrise University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Northrise University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Northrise University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Northrise University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Northrise University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Northrise University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Northrise University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


Northrise University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Northrise University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education of Zambia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2003


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Higher Education Authority (HEA)


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

  • International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education (IAPCHE)


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 Northrise University '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 Northrise University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Northrise University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Northrise University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

Northrise University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Northrise University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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