Colleges & Universities in Mauritania

Universities in Mauritania New

Introduction

What are the most popular Universities and Colleges in Mauritania? uniRank answers this question by publishing the 2025 Mauritanian University Ranking of 4 Mauritanian higher-education institutions meeting the following uniRank selection criteria:

  • being chartered, licensed or accredited by the appropriate higher education-related organization in Mauritania
  • offering at least three-year bachelor's degrees or postgraduate master's or doctoral degrees
  • delivering courses predominantly in a traditional, non-distance education format

2025 Ranking of Mauritanian Universities

2025 University Sub-rankings by Regions

League Tables and University sub-rankings of Mauritanian Universities in the following regions:


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Overview of Universities in Mauritania

Overview of Mauritania Universities

Mauritania's higher education system comprises public and private institutions concentrated primarily in Nouakchott. Established under the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, universities offer programs in fields like Islamic studies, technology, administration and medicine. The landscape features specialized schools alongside comprehensive universities, with Arabic and French as common languages of instruction. Most institutions focus on undergraduate education, though some provide postgraduate opportunities. Higher education in Mauritania continues developing to meet national workforce needs through technical training and professional degrees.

Top Mauritania Universities

  1. University of Science, Technology and Medicine (USTM) - Ranked #1 nationally and #7648 globally. This public comprehensive university in Nouakchott (established 1981) offers science, technology and medicine programs.
  2. National School of Administration, Journalism and Magistracy (ENAJM) - Ranked #2 nationally and #13004 globally. Located in Nouakchott (founded 1966), this specialized institution focuses on administration, journalism and law.
  3. Lebanese International University of Mauritania (LIU) - Ranked #3 nationally and #13407 globally. This private comprehensive university in Nouakchott (established 2008) offers diverse academic programs.
  4. Advanced Institute for Islamic Studies and Research (ISERI) - Located in Nouakchott (founded 1979), this specialized institution focuses on Islamic studies and research.

Analysis of University Types

Mauritania has 4 universities total. Public institutions represent 25% (1 university), private institutions constitute 25% (1 university), while 50% (2 institutions) have unreported control types. Nouakchott hosts all higher education institutions, reflecting centralized academic resources.

Global Ranking and Standing

No Mauritanian universities rank among the global top 200 (0%). Similarly, none appear in the top 1,000 worldwide universities (0%). This indicates opportunities for international research collaboration and academic development to enhance global competitiveness.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Mauritania's top-ranked university?
The University of Science, Technology and Medicine (USTM) ranks #1 nationally according to uniRank.

Are there private universities in Mauritania?
Yes, private institutions like the Lebanese International University operate alongside public universities.

Where are universities located in Mauritania?
All universities are concentrated in Nouakchott, the capital city.

Do Mauritanian universities appear in global rankings?
Currently, no universities rank within the world's top 1,000 institutions.

What fields of study are available?
Programs include medicine, technology, Islamic studies, journalism, administration and legal studies.


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