Universities in Ethiopia

Wolkite University

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world rank  11505

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Overview

Wolkite University (ወልቂጤ ዩኒቨርሲቲ) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Welkite, SNNPR, Ethiopia. This institution also has a branch campus in Butajira. Founded in 2011, Wolkite University (WKU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia. WKU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees across several fields 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 15-year-old Ethiopian 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 0-9%. It is considered an extremely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. WKU also provides students with 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.

Snapshot

Control

Wolkite University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Wolkite University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Wolkite University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Wolkite University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) ወልቂጤ ዩኒቨርሲቲ
Acronym WKU
Founded 2011
Motto Le Tibeb Entegalen
We Strive for Wisdom
Colours Blue
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Location

Address SNNPR
Welkite
07 SNNPR
Ethiopia
Wolkite University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Wolkite University Phone Number (11) 322 0043
Wolkite University Fax Number (11) 322 0014
Other locations Butajira

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Wolkite University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Ethiopia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2011


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Wolkite University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Wolkite University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees
Bachelor
degrees
Master
degrees
Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Wolkite University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Wolkite University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Wolkite University 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 Wolkite University.



Wolkite University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported Not reported
International
students
Not reported Not reported

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Admissions

Wolkite University Admission Info


Wolkite University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Wolkite University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Wolkite University's acceptance rate ranges from 0 to 9%, making it an extremely 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


Wolkite University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Wolkite University's Admission Office Admission Office

Wolkite University, Wolkite
Wolkite 07, Wolkite
937734748


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Size and Profile

Wolkite University Size and Profile


Wolkite University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Wolkite University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Wolkite University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Wolkite University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Wolkite University's Control Type Control Type

Wolkite University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Wolkite University's Entity Type Entity Type

Wolkite University 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.


Wolkite University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Wolkite University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Wolkite University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Wolkite University 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.


Wolkite University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Wolkite University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Wolkite University Facilities


Wolkite University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Wolkite University's Library


Wolkite University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Wolkite University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Wolkite University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Wolkite University Services


Wolkite University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Wolkite University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Wolkite University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Wolkite University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Wolkite University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Wolkite University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Wolkite University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Wolkite University
  • College of Social Science and Humanities
  • College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
  • College of Natural and Computational Sciences
  • College of Computing and Informatics
  • College of Engineering and Technology
  • College of Health Science
  • College of Business and Economics
  • School of Law
  • College of Education and Behavioural science
  • School of Medicine

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Memberships and Affiliations

Wolkite University Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wolkite University public or private?

Wolkite University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Wolkite University profit or non-profit?

Wolkite University 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 Wolkite University in terms of enrollment?

Wolkite University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Wolkite University in terms of academic staff?

Wolkite University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Wolkite University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Wolkite University use?

Wolkite University 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 Wolkite University affiliated with?

None.

Does Wolkite University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Wolkite University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Wolkite University's acceptance rate ranges from 0 to 9%, making it an extremely 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 Wolkite University WKU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Wolkite University WKU located?

Wolkite University is located in Welkite, SNNPR, Ethiopia. Address: SNNPR.

Is Wolkite University WKU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Wolkite University is accredited by Ministry of Education of Ethiopia (since 2011).

Does Wolkite University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Wolkite University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Wolkite University have a university library?

Yes

Does Wolkite University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Wolkite University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Wolkite University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Wolkite University offer career services?

Yes

Does Wolkite University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Wolkite University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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