University Overview
Founded in 1953, Rajshahi University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large city of Rajshahi (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Rajshahi University (RU) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational Bangladeshi higher education institution. Rajshahi University (RU) 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 72-year-old Bangladeshi higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Bangladeshi higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. RU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | Rajshahi University |
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| Name (Non Latin) | রাজশাহী বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় |
| Acronym | RU |
| Founded | 1953 |
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| Address | Rajshahi - Dhaka Hwy Rajshahi 6205 Rajshahi Bangladesh |
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(721) 750 244 |
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(721) 750 064 |
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