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Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 23 Universities in Gabon

The Gabonese Republic is divided into 9 provinces, which are further subdivided into 49 departments. The majority of higher education institutions meeting the uniRank selection criteria are situated in the Estuaire province, where the capital and largest city, Libreville, is located. Known for its vibrant academic environment, Libreville serves as a central hub for higher education in the country. The following uniRank league tables and sub-rankings take into account all provinces that include at least one Gabonese higher education institution meeting the uniRank selection criteria.

Estuaire (21)  
Haut-Ogooue (2)  

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Overview of Gabon Universities

Gabon's higher education system comprises universities and specialized institutes offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The landscape features both public and private institutions, with a notable concentration in Libreville. Key characteristics include French as the primary language of instruction, vocational training emphasis and growing management/technology programs. The National Education Ministry oversees accreditation, with most universities being relatively young (post-1970 establishment).

Top 10 Gabon Universities

1. Original name: Université Omar Bongo
   English name: Omar Bongo University
   Acronym: UOB
   Rank: Country #1 | Global #10817
   Location: Libreville, Estuaire
   Established: 1970
   Control type: Not reported
   University profile
2. Original name: Université des Sciences et Techniques de Masuku
   English name: University of Science and Technology of Masuku
   Acronym: USTM
   Rank: Country #2 | Global #11001
   Location: Franceville, Haut-Ogooue
   Established: 1986
   Control type: Not reported
   University profile
3. Original name: École Normale Supérieure de Libreville
   English name: Normal Superior School of Libreville
   Acronym: ENS Libreville
   Rank: Country #3 | Global #12736
   Location: Libreville, Estuaire
   Established: 1971
   Control type: Not reported
   University profile
4. Original name: École Supérieure de Gestion, d'Informatique et des Sciences
   English name: Higher School of Management, Computer Science and Sciences
   Acronym: ESGIS Gabon
   Rank: Country #4 | Global #12900
   Location: Libreville, Estuaire
   Established: Not available
   Control type: Private
   University profile
5. Original name: École de Management du Gabon
   English name: School of Management of Gabon
   Acronym: EMG
   Rank: Country #5 | Global #13116
   Location: Libreville, Estuaire
   Established: 2010
   Control type: Private
   University profile
6. Original name: École des Mines et de la Métallurgie de Moanda
   English name: School of Mines and Metallurgy of Moanda
   Acronym: E3MG
   Rank: Country #6 | Global #13258
   Location: Moanda, Haut-Ogooue
   Established: Not available
   Control type: Public
   University profile
7. Original name: African University of Management and Technologies
   English name: Not available
   Acronym: AUM
   Rank: Country #7 | Global #13285
   Location: Libreville, Estuaire
   Established: Not available
   Control type: Private
   University profile
8. Original name: Institut National de la Poste des Technologies de l'Information et de la Communication
   English name: National Institute of Information Technology and Communication
   Acronym: INPTIC
   Rank: Country #8 | Global #13438
   Location: Libreville, Estuaire
   Established: Not available
   Control type: Public
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9. Original name: Institut National des Sciences de Gestion
   English name: National Institute of Management Sciences
   Acronym: INSG
   Rank: Country #9 | Global #13604
   Location: Libreville, Estuaire
   Established: Not available
   Control type: Not reported
   University profile
10. Original name: Institut Universitaire des Sciences de l'Organisation
    English name: University Institute of Organisational Sciences
    Acronym: IUSO
    Rank: Country #10 | Global #13657
    Location: Libreville, Estuaire
    Established: Not available
    Control type: Not reported
    University profile

Analysis of University Types

Gabon's 23 higher education institutions show a distinct ownership distribution:

• Public universities: 4 (17.4% of total)
• Private universities: 12 (52.2% of total)
• Institutions with unreported control type: 7 (30.4%)

Private institutions dominate Gabon's higher education sector, outnumbering public universities by 3:1 among classified institutions.

Global Ranking and Standing

Gabonese universities show limited presence in global rankings:

• Universities in top 200: 0 (0%)
• Universities in top 1000: 0 (0%)

No Gabon institutions currently rank among the world's top 200 universities or top 1,000 universities globally. The highest-ranked university places at #10,817 worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the oldest university in Gabon?
Omar Bongo University (1970) is Gabon's oldest higher education institution.

Where are most Gabon universities located?
7 of the top 10 universities are in Libreville, making Estuaire Province the educational hub.

Are private universities common in Gabon?
Yes, private institutions constitute 52.2% of Gabon's classified universities.

Do Gabon universities appear in global rankings?
Currently no Gabonese universities rank in the global top 1,000 according to uniRank data.

What are Gabon's top STEM universities?
University of Science and Technology of Masuku (#2) and School of Mines and Metallurgy of Moanda (#6) lead in STEM fields.

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