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Cavendish University Uganda

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world rank  11866

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Overview

Cavendish University Uganda is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kampala, Central Region, Uganda. This institution also has a branch campus in Kampala. Founded in 2008, Cavendish University Uganda (CUU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the The National Council for Higher Education. CUU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 18-year-old Ugandan higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 20-29%. This makes it a very selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. CUU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Cavendish University Uganda's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Cavendish University Uganda's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Cavendish University Uganda' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Cavendish University Uganda's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

Name
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Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym CUU
Founded 2008
Motto Educare Mundum!
Educate the World!
Colours Blue and white
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Location

Address Nsambya Plot 1469 Ggaba Road, Opposite American Embassy
Kampala
Central Region
Uganda
Cavendish University Uganda's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Cavendish University Uganda Phone Number (414) 531 700
Cavendish University Uganda Fax Number (312) 265 679
Other locations Kampala

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Cavendish University Uganda is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: The National Council for Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2008


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Law Council of Uganda
  • Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC)


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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 Cavendish University Uganda 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

Cavendish University Uganda Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

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Programs and Courses

Cavendish University Uganda Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Cavendish University Uganda Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Cavendish University Uganda 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 Cavendish University Uganda.



Cavendish University Uganda: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 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 Cavendish University Uganda Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Cavendish University Uganda website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Cavendish University Uganda Admission Info


Cavendish University Uganda's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Cavendish University Uganda's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Cavendish University Uganda has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Cavendish University Uganda's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very 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


Cavendish University Uganda's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Cavendish University Uganda's Admission Office Admission Office

Nsambya Plot 1469 Ggaba Road, Opp. American Embassy
Kampala 33145
(414) 531 700


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

Size and Profile

Cavendish University Uganda Size and Profile


Cavendish University Uganda's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Cavendish University Uganda has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Cavendish University Uganda's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Cavendish University Uganda's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Cavendish University Uganda's Control Type Control Type

Cavendish University Uganda 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.


Cavendish University Uganda's Entity Type Entity Type

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


Cavendish University Uganda's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Cavendish University Uganda's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Cavendish University Uganda's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Cavendish University Uganda adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


Cavendish University Uganda's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Cavendish University Uganda is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Cavendish University Uganda Facilities


Cavendish University Uganda's Library University Library

Yes Visit Cavendish University Uganda's Library


Cavendish University Uganda's Housing University Housing

Yes


Cavendish University Uganda's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Cavendish University Uganda's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Cavendish University Uganda Services


Cavendish University Uganda's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Cavendish University Uganda's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Cavendish University Uganda's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Cavendish University Uganda's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Cavendish University Uganda's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Cavendish University Uganda Organisational Structure

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

Cavendish University Uganda
  • Faculty of Business and Management
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Science and Technology
  • Faculty of Socio-Economic Sciences
  • School of Postgraduate Studies and Research
  • School of Working Adults Programme

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Memberships and Affiliations

Cavendish University Uganda Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Cavendish University Uganda's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA)
  • International Association of Law Schools ( IALS)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavendish University Uganda public or private?

Cavendish University Uganda 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 Cavendish University Uganda profit or non-profit?

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

What is the size of Cavendish University Uganda in terms of enrollment?

Cavendish University Uganda has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Cavendish University Uganda in terms of academic staff?

Cavendish University Uganda's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Cavendish University Uganda a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Cavendish University Uganda use?

Cavendish University Uganda adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.

What religion is Cavendish University Uganda affiliated with?

None.

Does Cavendish University Uganda admit international students?

Yes.

What is Cavendish University Uganda's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Cavendish University Uganda's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Cavendish University Uganda CUU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Cavendish University Uganda CUU located?

Cavendish University Uganda is located in Kampala, Central Region, Uganda. Address: Nsambya Plot 1469 Ggaba Road, Opposite American Embassy.

Is Cavendish University Uganda CUU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Cavendish University Uganda is accredited by The National Council for Higher Education (since 2008).

Does Cavendish University Uganda offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Cavendish University Uganda offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Cavendish University Uganda have a university library?

Yes

Does Cavendish University Uganda provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Cavendish University Uganda have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Cavendish University Uganda offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Cavendish University Uganda offer career services?

Yes

Does Cavendish University Uganda offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Cavendish University Uganda have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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