University Overview
Established in 1970, Université d'Abomey-Calavi (University of Abomey-Calavi) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Abomey-Calavi (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Atlantique. This institution also has branch campuses in Cotonou, Ouidah and Porto-Novo. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique, Benin (Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Benin), Université d'Abomey-Calavi (UAC) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Beninese higher education institution. Université d'Abomey-Calavi (UAC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 55-year-old Beninese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this Beninese higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UAC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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very large-sized
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averagely selective
University Identity
| Name | Université d'Abomey-Calavi |
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| Name (English) | University of Abomey-Calavi |
| Name (Non Latin) | n.a. |
| Acronym | UAC |
| Founded | 1970 |
| Motto | Mens Molem Agitat Mind Agitates the Material |
| Colours | Green, yellow and red |
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| Address | Boîte Postale 526 Abomey-Calavi Atlantique Benin |
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(21) 361 119 |
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(21) 361 119 |
| Other locations | Cotonou, Ouidah and Porto-Novo |
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