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Caritas University

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Overview

Caritas University is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large city of Enugu, Nigeria. Founded in 2005, Caritas University (CAU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the National Universities Commission. CAU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 21-year-old Nigerian 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. CAU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Caritas University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Caritas University's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Caritas University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Caritas University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
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Acronym CAU
Founded 2005
Motto Love for Education and Morals
Colours Red and brown
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Location

Address Amorji Nike, Emene
Enugu
23401 Enugu
Nigeria
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Caritas University Phone Number (806) 358 9115
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Caritas University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: National Universities Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2005


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Caritas University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Caritas University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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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 Caritas 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

Caritas University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Caritas University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Caritas University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Caritas 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 Caritas University.



Caritas University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 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 Caritas University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Caritas University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Caritas University Admission Info


Caritas University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Caritas University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Caritas 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


Caritas University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Caritas University's Admission Office Admission Office

Admission Office Caritas University Amorji Nike
Enugu 23401
806 3589115


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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 Caritas University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Caritas University Size and Profile


Caritas University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Caritas University has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Caritas University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Caritas University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Caritas University's Control Type Control Type

Caritas University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Caritas University's Entity Type Entity Type

Caritas University is a for-profit higher education institution, meaning it generates revenue that may be distributed to owners or shareholders.


Caritas University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Caritas University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Caritas University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Caritas 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.


Caritas University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Caritas University is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

Caritas University Facilities


Caritas University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Caritas University's Library


Caritas University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Caritas University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Caritas University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Caritas University Services


Caritas University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Caritas University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Caritas University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Caritas University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Caritas University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Caritas University Organisational Structure

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

Caritas University
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Environmental Sciences
  • Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Natural Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Caritas University Affiliations and Memberships

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Caritas University's official affiliations and memberships to higher education-related organizations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE UNIVERSITY).



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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caritas University public or private?

Caritas University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Caritas University profit or non-profit?

Caritas University is a for-profit higher education institution, meaning it generates revenue that may be distributed to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Caritas University in terms of enrollment?

Caritas University has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

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

Caritas University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is Caritas University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Caritas University use?

Caritas 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 Caritas University affiliated with?

Christian-Catholic.

Does Caritas University admit international students?

Yes.

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

Caritas 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 Caritas University CAU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Caritas University CAU located?

Caritas University is located in Enugu, Enugu, Nigeria. Address: Amorji Nike, Emene.

Is Caritas University CAU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Caritas University is accredited by National Universities Commission (since 2005).

Does Caritas University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Caritas University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Caritas University have a university library?

Yes

Does Caritas University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Caritas University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Caritas University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Caritas University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Caritas University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Caritas University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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