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University of Sierra Leone

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Overview

University of Sierra Leone is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the large city of Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone. Established in 2005, University of Sierra Leone (USL) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Technical and Higher Education. USL provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. International applicants are eligible to apply. USL also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

University of Sierra Leone's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Sierra Leone's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Sierra Leone' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Sierra Leone's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Acronym USL
Founded 2005 Origins date back to 1827
Motto Unity, Service, Learning
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Location

Address Momoh Street, Tower Hill
Freetown
Western Area
Sierra Leone
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University of Sierra Leone Phone Number (78) 920 590
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Sierra Leone is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Technical and Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Sierra Leone's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Tertiary Education Commission (TEC)


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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 University of Sierra Leone 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

University of Sierra Leone Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

University of Sierra Leone Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Sierra Leone Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Sierra Leone 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 University of Sierra Leone.



University of Sierra Leone: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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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 University of Sierra Leone Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Sierra Leone website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Sierra Leone Admission Info


University of Sierra Leone's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Sierra Leone's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Sierra Leone 's admission selection is not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Sierra Leone 's acceptance rate is not reported.


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


University of Sierra Leone's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Sierra Leone's Admission Office Admission Office






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

Size and Profile

University of Sierra Leone Size and Profile


University of Sierra Leone's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Sierra Leone has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Sierra Leone's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Sierra Leone's academic staff number is not reported.


University of Sierra Leone's Control Type Control Type

University of Sierra Leone is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Sierra Leone's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Sierra Leone is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Sierra Leone's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Sierra Leone's main campus setting is not reported.


University of Sierra Leone's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Sierra Leone's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


University of Sierra Leone's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Sierra Leone is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Sierra Leone Facilities


University of Sierra Leone's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Sierra Leone's Library


University of Sierra Leone's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Sierra Leone's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University of Sierra Leone's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Sierra Leone Services


University of Sierra Leone's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Sierra Leone's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


University of Sierra Leone's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Sierra Leone's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Sierra Leone's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Sierra Leone Organisational Structure

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

University of Sierra Leone
  • Fourah Bay College
  • College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences
  • Institute of Public Administration and Management
  • School of Postgraduate Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Sierra Leone Affiliations and Memberships

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Sierra Leone public or private?

University of Sierra Leone is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Sierra Leone profit or non-profit?

University of Sierra Leone is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Sierra Leone in terms of enrollment?

University of Sierra Leone has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Sierra Leone in terms of academic staff?

University of Sierra Leone's academic staff number is not reported.

Is University of Sierra Leone a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Sierra Leone use?

University of Sierra Leone's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is University of Sierra Leone affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Sierra Leone admit international students?

Yes.

What is University of Sierra Leone's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Sierra Leone 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university 's admission selection is not reported.

How much does it cost to attend University of Sierra Leone USL?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Sierra Leone USL located?

University of Sierra Leone is located in Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone. Address: Momoh Street, Tower Hill.

Is University of Sierra Leone USL accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Sierra Leone is accredited by Ministry of Technical and Higher Education (since ).

Does University of Sierra Leone offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Sierra Leone offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does University of Sierra Leone have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Sierra Leone provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does University of Sierra Leone have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does University of Sierra Leone offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Sierra Leone offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Sierra Leone offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Sierra Leone have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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