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Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 7 Universities in Guyana

The Co-operative Republic of Guyana is divided into 10 regions, which are further subdivided into 27 neighbourhood councils. The majority of higher education institutions that meet the uniRank selection criteria are located in the Demerara-Mahaica region, the smallest of the regions, which hosts the capital and largest city, Georgetown. The following uniRank league tables and sub-rankings consider all regions that include at least one Guyanese higher education institution meeting the uniRank selection criteria.

Demerara-Mahaica (7)  

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Overview of Guyana Universities

Guyana's higher education system comprises universities focused on specialized professional training, particularly in medicine and technology. The sector is dominated by private institutions (86%), primarily established since 1999 to serve international students, with public universities making up a small minority (14%). All universities are concentrated in the Demerara-Mahaica region near Georgetown. Degrees range from bachelor's to doctoral levels, with English as the primary language of instruction. Medical universities form the majority, reflecting Guyana's emergence as a destination for international medical education.

Top Guyana Universities

1. Texila American University (TAU) | East Bank Demerara | Est. 2010 | Private | Specialized | Fields: Medicine, Nursing, Business | Levels: Bachelor’s to Doctoral
   Country Rank: 1 | World Rank: 7,113
2. University of Guyana (UG) | Georgetown | Est. 1963 | Public | Comprehensive | Fields: Agriculture, Arts, Education, Health Sciences, Technology | Levels: Bachelor’s to Doctoral
   Country Rank: 2 | World Rank: 7,559
3. GreenHeart Medical University (GMU) | Georgetown | Est. 2005 | Private | Specialized | Fields: Medicine, Biomedical Sciences | Levels: Bachelor’s to Doctoral
   Country Rank: 3 | World Rank: 9,194
4. American International School of Medicine (AISM) | Georgetown | Est. 1999 | Private | Specialized | Fields: Medicine, Public Health | Levels: Bachelor’s to Doctoral
   Country Rank: 4 | World Rank: 11,595
5. Lincoln American University (LAU) | Kingston | Est. 2016 | Private | Specialized | Fields: Medicine, Surgery | Levels: Bachelor’s to Doctoral
   Country Rank: 5 | World Rank: 11,656
6. Georgetown American University (GAU) | Georgetown | Est. 2014 | Private | Specialized | Fields: Medicine, Healthcare Management | Levels: Bachelor’s to Doctoral
   Country Rank: 6 | World Rank: 12,500
7. Rajiv Gandhi University of Science and Technology (RGUST) | Georgetown | Est. 2012 | Private | Specialized | Fields: Computer Science, Information Technology | Levels: Bachelor’s to Master’s
   Country Rank: 7 | World Rank: 13,416

Analysis of University Types

Guyana has 7 universities total, with a significant skew toward private institutions:

• Public universities: 1 institution (14% of total)
• Private universities: 6 institutions (86% of total)

All universities operate in Demerara-Mahaica province, with Georgetown hosting 5 institutions. Specialized medical schools dominate the private sector, while the sole public university (University of Guyana) offers comprehensive programs.

Global Ranking and Standing

Guyanese universities are developing their global presence:

• Top 200 universities: 0 (0% of national institutions) | Global Top 200 List
• Top 1,000 universities: 0 (0% of national institutions)

No Guyanese university currently ranks among the world's top 1,000. The highest-ranked institution (Texila American University) places at 7,113 globally. This reflects Guyana's emerging higher education sector focused on niche specializations rather than broad research output.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Guyana's top-ranked university?
Texila American University (TAU) holds Guyana's #1 national ranking according to uniRank, positioned at 7,113 globally.

Are there public universities in Guyana?
Yes, the University of Guyana (UG) is the country's only public university, established in 1963. It offers comprehensive programs across 7 faculties.

Why are most Guyanese universities medical schools?
Private medical universities proliferated to serve international students (particularly from North America and Asia) seeking accredited, English-language medical degrees at competitive tuition rates.

Do Guyanese universities offer PhD programs?
Yes, several institutions like the University of Guyana, Texila American University and GreenHeart Medical University offer doctoral degrees in selected fields.

Where are Guyana's universities located?
All 7 universities operate in Demerara-Mahaica province. Five are in Georgetown, one in Kingston and one in East Bank Demerara.

Since 2005, UniRank provides original research, valuable information and resources to help you explore and make informed decisions about Guyanese universities and their online presence.

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