Universities in Madagascar ^New

Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 6 Universities in Madagascar

League Tables and University sub-rankings of Malagasy Universities in the following provinces:

Antananarivo (1)  
Antsiranana (1)  
Fianarantsoa (1)  
Mahajanga (1)  
Toamasina (1)  
Toliara (1)  

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Overview of Madagascar Universities

Madagascar's higher education system comprises public universities administered by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Established primarily in the 1970s following decentralization reforms, these institutions operate as comprehensive universities covering multiple disciplines. All nationally ranked universities are public non-profit institutions, concentrated in provincial capitals. Degree programs follow the LMD system (License/Bachelor, Master, Doctorate) with French as the primary language of instruction. Higher education focuses on addressing national development needs through locally relevant programs.

Top Madagascar Universities

1. Université d'Antananarivo (University of Antananarivo) - Antananarivo, Antananarivo Province. Established 1961. Public university. Country Rank: #1 | World Rank: #6670
2. Université de Toliara (University of Toliary) - Toliara, Toliara Province. Established 1977. Public university. Country Rank: #2 | World Rank: #10909
3. Université de Fianarantsoa (University of Fianarantsoa) - Fianarantsoa, Fianarantsoa Province. Established 1977. Public university. Country Rank: #3 | World Rank: #11049
4. Université de Mahajanga (University of Mahajanga, UMGA) - Mahajanga, Mahajanga Province. Established 1977. Public university. Country Rank: #4 | World Rank: #11181
5. Université de Toamasina (University of Toamasina) - Toamasina, Toamasina Province. Established 1977. Public university. Country Rank: #5 | World Rank: #11770
6. Université d'Antsiranana (University of Antsiranana, UNA) - Antsiranana, Antsiranana Province. Established 1976. Public university. Country Rank: #6 | World Rank: #12360

Analysis of University Types

Madagascar's university landscape is exclusively public according to current national rankings. All 6 ranked institutions (100%) are public universities operated by the government. There are 0 private universities represented in national rankings, indicating a state-dominated higher education sector. This reflects the historical development model where provincial public universities were established to decentralize education access beyond the capital.

Global Ranking and Standing

Currently, no Madagascar universities rank among the global top 200 institutions (0% of nationally ranked universities). Similarly, 0% of Madagascar's universities appear in the global top 1,000 rankings. This indicates significant opportunities for international research collaboration and academic development to enhance global competitiveness. The highest-ranked institution, University of Antananarivo, holds a world rank position of #6670.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the oldest university in Madagascar?
The University of Antananarivo, established in 1961, is Madagascar's oldest and highest-ranked university.

Are there English-taught programs in Madagascar universities?
French is the primary language of instruction. Limited English-taught programs may exist, but fluency in French is essential for most degrees.

How many public universities are in Madagascar?
There are 6 major public universities, each serving as the main higher education institution in their respective provincial capital.

Do Madagascar universities appear in global rankings?
While included in global ranking databases, no Malagasy universities currently rank within the top 5,000 worldwide institutions.

What are the admission requirements?
Admission typically requires a high school diploma (Baccalauréat) and passing competitive entrance exams specific to each university.

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