Colleges & Universities in the Solomon Islands

Universities in the Solomon Islands New

Introduction

What are the most popular Universities and Colleges in the Solomon Islands? uniRank answers this question by publishing the 2025 Solomon Islander University Ranking of 1 Solomon Islander higher-education institutions meeting the following uniRank selection criteria:

2025 Ranking of Solomon Islander Universities

2025 University Sub-rankings by Provinces

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


Guadalcanal (1)  

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Overview of Universities in the Solomon Islands

Overview of Solomon Islands Universities

Solomon Islands' higher education system centers around one public university established in 2012. As a developing island nation, its university focuses on practical fields aligned with national development needs like education, agriculture and marine studies. All tertiary institutions are public and non-profit, with specialized programs addressing the unique environmental and economic context of the Pacific region. Higher education emphasizes vocational training, teacher education and sustainable resource management.

Top Solomon Islands Universities

  1. Solomon Islands National University (SINU) – Acronym: SINU
    Country Rank: 1 | World Rank: 11335 – Located in Honiara, Guadalcanal Province – Established 2012 – Public control – Non-profit specialized institution – Fields: Education, Agriculture, Marine Studies, Business – Levels: Certificates to Bachelor's degrees.

Analysis of University Types

Solomon Islands has 1 university total. Public universities dominate at 100% (1 institution), while private universities represent 0% (0 institutions). The entire higher education system operates under public administration.

Global Ranking and Standing

No Solomon Islands universities rank in the global top 200 (0% of institutions). Similarly, none appear in the top 1,000 worldwide universities (0%). The national university focuses on regional impact rather than international rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the main university in Solomon Islands?
Solomon Islands National University (SINU) is the country's only university, established in 2012 in Honiara.

Does Solomon Islands have private universities?
No. All higher education institutions are publicly funded and operated.

What are popular fields of study in Solomon Islands?
Key disciplines include teacher education, sustainable agriculture, fisheries management, business administration and environmental science.

What language is used in Solomon Islands universities?
English is the primary language of instruction, though some vocational programs incorporate local languages.

Are there international student exchange programs?
Limited partnerships exist with Pacific-region universities for faculty and student exchanges, primarily in Australia and New Zealand.


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