Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs
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Overview
Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs (Free University of the Great Lakes Countries) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Goma, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo. This institution also has a branch campus in Bukavu and Butembo. Founded in 1991, Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs (ULPGL) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et Universitaire. ULPGL 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 35-year-old Congolese (DRC) higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 60-69%. This places it among a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. ULPGL also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.
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moderately selective
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| Name | Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs |
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| Name (English) | Free University of the Great Lakes Countries |
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| Acronym | ULPGL |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Motto | Foi, Science et Action Faith, Science and Action |
| Colours | Blue, yellow and green |
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| Address | Avenue Karibu N°02, Quartier Himbi 1, Commune de Goma Goma North Kivu Democratic Republic of Congo |
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990 903 157 |
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977 556726 |
| Other locations | Bukavu and Butembo |
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