Universities in Ethiopia

Wollega University

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country rank  32
world rank  11977

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Overview

Wollega University (ወለጋ ዩኒቨርሲቲ) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Nekemte, Oromia Region, Ethiopia. This institution also has a branch campus in Gimbi and Shambu. Founded in 2007, Wollega University (WOU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia. WOU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate 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 19-year-old Ethiopian 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. WOU 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, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Wollega University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Wollega University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Wollega University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Wollega University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
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Name (Non Latin) ወለጋ ዩኒቨርሲቲ
Acronym WOU
Founded 2007
Motto Excellence and Innovation
Colours Blue and yellow
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Location

Address PO Box 395
Nekemte
Oromia Region
Ethiopia
Wollega University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Wollega University Phone Number (57) 661 7981
Wollega University Fax Number (57) 661 7980
Other locations Gimbi and Shambu

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2007


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Wollega University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Higher Education Relevance and Quality Agency (HERQA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Wollega University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Wollega University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Wollega University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Wollega University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Wollega University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Wollega 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 Wollega University.



Wollega University: 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		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 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 Wollega University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Wollega University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Wollega University Admission Info


Wollega University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Wollega University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Wollega University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately 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


Wollega University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Wollega University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 395
Nekemte
(57) 661 7979


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Wollega University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Wollega University Size and Profile


Wollega University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


Wollega University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Wollega University's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


Wollega University's Control Type Control Type

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


Wollega University's Entity Type Entity Type

Wollega 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.


Wollega University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Wollega University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Wollega 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.


Wollega University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Wollega University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Wollega University Facilities


Wollega University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Wollega University's Library


Wollega University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Wollega University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Wollega University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Wollega University Services


Wollega University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Wollega University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Wollega University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Wollega University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Wollega University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Wollega University Organisational Structure

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

Wollega University
  • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
  • Faculty of Natural Sciences
  • School of Computational Sciences
  • School of Earth Sciences
  • Faculty of Health Sciences
  • College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
  • Faculty of Business and Economics
  • School of Management and Cooperatives
  • School of Banking and Accounting
  • College of Social Sciences and Humanities
  • School of Education
  • School of Law
  • School of Veterinary Sciences
  • Medical Faculty
  • Institute of Food and Bio-process Technology
  • School of Language and Journalism

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Memberships and Affiliations

Wollega University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Consortium of Ethiopian Public Universities


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Official Social Media Channels

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wollega University public or private?

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

Is Wollega University profit or non-profit?

Wollega 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 Wollega University in terms of enrollment?

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

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

Wollega University's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.

Is Wollega University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Wollega University use?

Wollega 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 Wollega University affiliated with?

None.

Does Wollega University admit international students?

Yes.

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

Wollega University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately 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 Wollega University WOU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Wollega University WOU located?

Wollega University is located in Nekemte, Oromia Region, Ethiopia. Address: PO Box 395.

Is Wollega University WOU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Wollega University is accredited by Ministry of Education of Ethiopia (since 2007).

Does Wollega University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Wollega University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Wollega University have a university library?

Yes

Does Wollega University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Wollega University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Wollega University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Wollega University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Wollega University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Wollega University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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