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Protestant University of Lubumbashi

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Overview

Université Protestante de Lubumbashi (Protestant University of Lubumbashi) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo. Founded in 2002, Université Protestante de Lubumbashi (UPL) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et Universitaire. UPL provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 24-year-old Congolese (DRC) higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 50-59%. It is considered an averagely selective. International students are welcome to apply. UPL also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Protestant University of Lubumbashi' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name (English) Protestant University of Lubumbashi
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UPL
Founded 2002
Motto Verite & Liberte
Truth & Liberty
Colours Blue
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Location

Address Avenue du 30 Juin
Lubumbashi
Haut-Katanga
Democratic Republic of Congo
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Protestant University of Lubumbashi Phone Number (97) 230 2443
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Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2006


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 Protestante de Lubumbashi'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

Protestant University of Lubumbashi Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

Protestant University of Lubumbashi Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Protestant University of Lubumbashi Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Protestant University of Lubumbashi 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 Protestant University of Lubumbashi.



Protestant University of Lubumbashi: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported

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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 Protestant University of Lubumbashi Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Protestant University of Lubumbashi website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Protestant University of Lubumbashi Admission Info


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Protestant University of Lubumbashi has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Protestant University of Lubumbashi's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 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


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Admission Office Admission Office

2179, du 30 juin
Lubumbashi
(97) 230 2443


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Size and Profile

Protestant University of Lubumbashi Size and Profile


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Protestant University of Lubumbashi has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Protestant University of Lubumbashi has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Control Type Control Type

Protestant University of Lubumbashi 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.


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Entity Type Entity Type

Protestant University of Lubumbashi 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.


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Protestant University of Lubumbashi 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.


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Protestant University of Lubumbashi is Christian-Protestant Religious Affiliation

Christian-Protestant.



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Facilities and Services

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Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Library University Library

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Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Housing University Housing

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Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Protestant University of Lubumbashi Services


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Protestant University of Lubumbashi's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Protestant University of Lubumbashi Organisational Structure

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

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  • Faculty of Computer Science
  • Faculty of Theology
  • Faculty of Information and Communication Sciences
  • Faculty of Economy and Management Science
  • Faculty of Letter and Human Science
  • Faculty of Law

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Memberships and Affiliations

Protestant University of Lubumbashi Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Protestant University of Lubumbashi public or private?

Protestant University of Lubumbashi 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 Protestant University of Lubumbashi profit or non-profit?

Protestant University of Lubumbashi 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 Protestant University of Lubumbashi in terms of enrollment?

Protestant University of Lubumbashi has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Protestant University of Lubumbashi in terms of academic staff?

Protestant University of Lubumbashi has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.

Is Protestant University of Lubumbashi a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Protestant University of Lubumbashi use?

Protestant University of Lubumbashi 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 Protestant University of Lubumbashi affiliated with?

Christian-Protestant.

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi admit international students?

Yes.

What is Protestant University of Lubumbashi's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Protestant University of Lubumbashi's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Protestant University of Lubumbashi UPL?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Protestant University of Lubumbashi UPL located?

Protestant University of Lubumbashi is located in Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of Congo. Address: Avenue du 30 Juin.

Is Protestant University of Lubumbashi UPL accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Protestant University of Lubumbashi is accredited by Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et Universitaire (since 2006).

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi have a university library?

Not reported

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi offer career services?

Not reported

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Protestant University of Lubumbashi have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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