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Catholic University of Bukavu

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Overview

Université Catholique de Bukavu (Catholic University of Bukavu) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Bukavu, South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo. Founded in 1989, Université Catholique de Bukavu (UCB) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et Universitaire. UCB offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as 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 or use the website search engine below. This 37-year-old Congolese (DRC) higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply. UCB also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, and administrative services.

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Control

Catholic University of Bukavu's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Catholic University of Bukavu's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Catholic University of Bukavu' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Catholic University of Bukavu's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Catholic University of Bukavu
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UCB
Founded 1989
Motto Super Lacus Ac Montes Splendends
Shine above lakes and mountains
Colours Blue sky, green, red and yellow
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Location

Address 02 Avenue de la Mission, Bugabo, Kadutu
Bukavu
South Kivu
Democratic Republic of Congo
Catholic University of Bukavu's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Catholic University of Bukavu Phone Number 854 893 440
Catholic University of Bukavu Fax Number 975 343808
Other locations

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Catholic University of Bukavu's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Catholic University of Bukavu is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et Universitaire

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1991


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Université Catholique de Bukavu'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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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Catholic University of Bukavu Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Catholic University of Bukavu 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 Catholic University of Bukavu's academic range and degree level offering.



Université Catholique de Bukavu: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes
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Programs and Courses

Catholic University of Bukavu Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Catholic University of Bukavu Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Catholic University of Bukavu 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 Catholic University of Bukavu.



Catholic University of Bukavu: 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		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Catholic University of Bukavu Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Catholic University of Bukavu website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Catholic University of Bukavu's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Catholic University of Bukavu is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Catholic University of Bukavu has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Catholic University of Bukavu 's acceptance rate is 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


Catholic University of Bukavu's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Catholic University of Bukavu's Admission Office Admission Office

02 Avenue de la Mission, Bugabo, Kadutu
Bukavu 285
854 893 440
975 343 808

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Size and Profile

Catholic University of Bukavu Size and Profile


Catholic University of Bukavu's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Catholic University of Bukavu has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Catholic University of Bukavu's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Control Type Control Type

Catholic University of Bukavu is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Entity Type Entity Type

Catholic University of Bukavu is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Catholic University of Bukavu's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Catholic University of Bukavu 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.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Catholic University of Bukavu is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

Catholic University of Bukavu Facilities


Catholic University of Bukavu's Library University Library

Yes Visit Catholic University of Bukavu's Library


Catholic University of Bukavu's Housing University Housing

Yes

Université Catholique de Bukavu offers dormitory facilities for both boys and girls at different campuses:

Boys Dormitories:

  1. Karhale Campus: Boys' dormitory is available at the Karhale campus.
  2. Kalambo Campus: Boys' dormitory is available at the Kalambo campus.

Girls Dormitories:

  1. Lycée Wima: Girls' dormitory is available at Lycée Wima.
  2. Centre Olame: Girls' dormitory is available at Centre Olame.

These dormitories provide accommodation specifically tailored for male and female students, respectively.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Catholic University of Bukavu's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Catholic University of Bukavu Services


Catholic University of Bukavu's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes
The University offers a 50% tuition fee scholarship to students who achieved a score of 80% and above during the previous academic year.


Catholic University of Bukavu's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Catholic University of Bukavu's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Catholic University of Bukavu's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Catholic University of Bukavu's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Catholic University of Bukavu Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Université Catholique de Bukavu consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism
  • Faculty of Agriculture
  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Sciences
  • Faculty of Social Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Catholic University of Bukavu Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Université Catholique de Bukavu's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Association des Universités et Instituts Supérieurs Catholiques d'Afrique et de Madagascar (ASUNICAM)
  • Austrian-African Research Network Africa-UniNet
  • United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI)
  • Regional University Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Catholic University of Bukavu public or private?

Catholic University of Bukavu is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Catholic University of Bukavu profit or non-profit?

Catholic University of Bukavu is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Catholic University of Bukavu in terms of enrollment?

Catholic University of Bukavu has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Catholic University of Bukavu in terms of academic staff?

Catholic University of Bukavu's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is Catholic University of Bukavu a coeducational institution?

Catholic University of Bukavu is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Catholic University of Bukavu use?

Catholic University of Bukavu 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.

What religion is Catholic University of Bukavu affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Catholic University of Bukavu admit international students?

Yes.

What is Catholic University of Bukavu's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Catholic University of Bukavu 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Catholic University of Bukavu UCB?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Catholic University of Bukavu UCB located?

Catholic University of Bukavu is located in Bukavu, South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo. Address: 02 Avenue de la Mission, Bugabo, Kadutu.

Is Catholic University of Bukavu UCB accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Catholic University of Bukavu is accredited by Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et Universitaire (since 1991).

Does Catholic University of Bukavu offer financial aid?

Yes The University offers a 50% tuition fee scholarship to students who achieved a score of 80% and above during the previous academic year.

Does Catholic University of Bukavu offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of Bukavu have a university library?

Yes

Does Catholic University of Bukavu provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Université Catholique de Bukavu offers dormitory facilities for both boys and girls at different campuses:

Boys Dormitories:

  1. Karhale Campus: Boys' dormitory is available at the Karhale campus.
  2. Kalambo Campus: Boys' dormitory is available at the Kalambo campus.

Girls Dormitories:

  1. Lycée Wima: Girls' dormitory is available at Lycée Wima.
  2. Centre Olame: Girls' dormitory is available at Centre Olame.

These dormitories provide accommodation specifically tailored for male and female students, respectively.

Does Catholic University of Bukavu have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Catholic University of Bukavu offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Catholic University of Bukavu offer career services?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of Bukavu offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Catholic University of Bukavu have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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