Top Verified Universities in Uganda – Leading Directory-Listing

ALL Saints University, Lango (ASUL) was first conceived in 1963 by the Diocese of Lango of the Anglican Church of Uganda of but its operation was deferred till 2008. The University became fully operational in May 2009. In March 2010, its programs were accredited by Uganda National Council for Higher Education (NCHE). All Saints University, Lango offers quality programmes, which are most relevant to ones needs. The programmes offered are tailor made to suit today’s job seekers requirement.

AFRICA RENEWAL UNIVERSITY IS COMMITED TO: ...developing influential leaders who boldly stand against theological err and immorality, understand the African context in which they live and cultivate long-lasting and self-sustaining ministries. ...sound theology in the context of twenty-first century African culture. Our goal is to ground our students in a Biblical doctrine while balancing it with real ministry to others in the community. ...an atmosphere of local church ministry. The emphasis of the institute is teaching and practical training in the context of an actual local church rather than primarily academic research. Students are taught to serve the Lord alongside the institute faculty and pastoral staff in the midst of a real community. ...hands-on training. There is an outcry in Uganda that University students are unemployable. At ARU we are committed to teaching students to love work while giving them the practical and professional skills they will need to excel

Vision To be the leading community oriented centre of learning and research Mission To produce through learning and research God fearing, hard working, disciplined and compassionate graduates of integrity, accountable to the community Motto Light of the World Core Values Compassionate Integrity Love Handwork Discipline Accountability Philosophy The University is based on the conviction that human development is a product of dedicated service driven by God fearing values. Those in the service of others ought to demonstrate high levels of dedication and uphold christian morals and beliefs. In this, they become the "Light of the World" Academic Programmes With its small size and capacity for individual attention to students, AWU is an attractive place for students from all backgrounds. Below are a number of academic programmes at Certificate, Diploma and Undergraduate Levels.

To lead in innovative higher education for a social, economic and technological transformation. Our Mission To enhance accessibility to innovative higher education in the pursuit of producing competent citizens ready to change and benefit the society to a sustainable social, economic and technological transformation. Our current programmes BBA – Marketing & Co-operatives Management BBA – Land & Property Management BBA – International Business Bachelor of Information Technology Diploma in Information Technology Diploma in Business Administration Certificate in Business Administration Certificate in Information Technology Short Courses Change Management Personal Management Leadership & Leadership skills Accounting & Records Management for Business Financial Management for non Financial Managers Management of Cooperative Societies/SACCOS Fundamentals of Land Property Management Front Desk..

As a Constituent College of the Uganda Christian University, our academic and other programmes are identical with those of the Main Campus at Mukono. Indeed, our Graduation Ceremonies every October are presided over by the Chancellor of the Uganda Christian University, as well as by the Vice-Chancellor. Masters Programmes Master of Business Administration Master of Social Work and Social Administration Master of Arts in Translation and Language Development Master of Arts in Development Studies Postgraduate Programmes Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration Postgraduate Diploma in Education Postgraduate Diploma in Christian Ministry Postgraduate Diploma in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselling Undergraduate Programmes Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics Management Bachelor of Economics and Management Bachelor of Public Admin.

As a Constituent College of the Uganda Christian University, our academic and other programmes are identical with those of the Main Campus at Mukono. Indeed, our Graduation Ceremonies every October are presided over by the Chancellor of the Uganda Christian University, as well as by the Vice-Chancellor. Masters Programmes Master of Business Administration Master of Social Work and Social Administration Master of Arts in Translation and Language Development Master of Arts in Development Studies Postgraduate Programmes Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration Postgraduate Diploma in Education Postgraduate Diploma in Christian Ministry Postgraduate Diploma in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselling Undergraduate Programmes Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics Management Bachelor of Economics and Management Bachelor of Public Admin.

With the entry of the Adventist Church in Uganda in 1927 came also the first Adventist educational institution in Nchwanga in West Central Uganda.  As in most cases of pioneering ventures, the primary function of the institution was to train pastors and church workers.  In 1948 the institution moved to a newly purchased property of 640 acres in Bugema, 34 Kilometers from Kampala.  Two years later a secondary education at ‘O’ level was started.  By 1970 a junior college began its operations training pastors for the field.  Four years later, the denomination upgraded the institution into a four-year seminary, granting bachelor’s degrees in theology (BTh).

With the entry of the Adventist Church in Uganda in 1927 came also the first Adventist educational institution in Nchwanga in West Central Uganda.  As in most cases of pioneering ventures, the primary function of the institution was to train pastors and church workers.  In 1948 the institution moved to a newly purchased property of 640 acres in Bugema, 34 Kilometers from Kampala.  Two years later a secondary education at ‘O’ level was started.  By 1970 a junior college began its operations training pastors for the field.  Four years later, the denomination upgraded the institution into a four-year seminary, granting bachelor’s degrees in theology (BTh).

Busoga University is a private (non-profit making) institution founded by the Church of Uganda under the Busoga Diocese. It is located 35km along Jinja-Iganga/Mbale Tororo highway and is situated in the Iganga Christian Missionary Society (CMS) Educational Village.

Busoga University is a private (non-profit making) institution founded by the Church of Uganda under the Busoga Diocese. It is located 35km along Jinja-Iganga/Mbale Tororo highway and is situated in the Iganga Christian Missionary Society (CMS) Educational Village.

A few years ago, the University Council, after thoughtful consideration, decided to change the name of the university from International Health Sciences University (IHSU) to Clarke International University (CIU) to better reflect the scope of a diverse and innovative curriculum beyond health.

IHSU has a long-standing history of being a niche university offering only health-related training. IHSU’s early beginnings originated out of a Nursing School and over the years evolved to comprise other Schools including: the Institute of Public Health and Management (IPHM), Institute of Allied Health Sciences (IAHS), Family Medicine, ICT in Health and the School of Nursing and Midwifery (SONM). Our curriculum has been innovative but limited in scope. The new brand of the university allows us to build on IHSU’s successful legacy but also diversify our program offerings. 

The Eastern and Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI) is an intergovernmental regional management development centre. ESAMI's head office is located in Arusha, Tanzania. The institute was established with the primary objective of providing the region with trained personnel in a number of critical areas including policy management, transportation management, financial management, information technology management, health management, human resources management, project management, energy and environment management and gender management among others. The focus was to train middle to senior managers from the region to improve their managerial performance taking into consideration the global issues but with a regional focus relevant to the African environment.

A few years ago, the University Council, after thoughtful consideration, decided to change the name of the university from International Health Sciences University (IHSU) to Clarke International University (CIU) to better reflect the scope of a diverse and innovative curriculum beyond health.

IHSU has a long-standing history of being a niche university offering only health-related training. IHSU’s early beginnings originated out of a Nursing School and over the years evolved to comprise other Schools including: the Institute of Public Health and Management (IPHM), Institute of Allied Health Sciences (IAHS), Family Medicine, ICT in Health and the School of Nursing and Midwifery (SONM). Our curriculum has been innovative but limited in scope. The new brand of the university allows us to build on IHSU’s successful legacy but also diversify our program offerings. 

We are a registered private non - residential University in Uganda and a member of the International Medical Group...

We are a registered private non - residential University in Uganda and a member of the International Medical Group...

ISBAT University has carved a niche for itself among the best Universities in Uganda. ISBAT as a quality brand in education sector has been in existence in Uganda since 2006, being ranked consistently among the top higher education institutions. It has an excellent array of international collaborative arrangements with reputed Universities, Business schools, and ICT Academies that enable student and faculty exchanges, credit mapping and credit transfer, paving the way for a unique multicultural and eclectic experience in a global scenario.

ISBAT University has been granted a Charter by H. E. The President of the Republic of Uganda upon the recommendations of Uganda National Council for Higher Education in November 2019, and is one of the few Chartered Universities in Uganda.

ISBAT University has carved a niche for itself among the best Universities in Uganda. ISBAT as a quality brand in education sector has been in existence in Uganda since 2006, being ranked consistently among the top higher education institutions. It has an excellent array of international collaborative arrangements with reputed Universities, Business schools, and ICT Academies that enable student and faculty exchanges, credit mapping and credit transfer, paving the way for a unique multicultural and eclectic experience in a global scenario.

ISBAT University has been granted a Charter by H. E. The President of the Republic of Uganda upon the recommendations of Uganda National Council for Higher Education in November 2019, and is one of the few Chartered Universities in Uganda.

The Idea of Kabale University was born way back in 1995 under the umbrella of the Kigezi Development Association. In 1999, Kabale District Local Government signed and sealed a commitment deed confirming its donation of land in Kabale Municipality for the development of Kabale University. This contribution was fifty-three (53) acres of land and the developments on it at Kikungiri Hill and Nyabikoni. In the same year, an application to operate Kabale University as a centre of higher learning was submitted to the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES). Kabale University is located on Plot 364 Block 3 Kikungiri Hill, in Kabale Municipality, about a kilometre off Kabale-Katuna-Kigali Highway. The Main Campus sits on 50 acres of land. The University can be accessed via Mukombe Road, which connects the Kikungiri Campus to the Highway. An additional Campus is located on Plots 66-76 in Nyabikoni Parish in the Central Division of Kabale Municipality. 

The Idea of Kabale University was born way back in 1995 under the umbrella of the Kigezi Development Association. In 1999, Kabale District Local Government signed and sealed a commitment deed confirming its donation of land in Kabale Municipality for the development of Kabale University. This contribution was fifty-three (53) acres of land and the developments on it at Kikungiri Hill and Nyabikoni. In the same year, an application to operate Kabale University as a centre of higher learning was submitted to the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES). Kabale University is located on Plot 364 Block 3 Kikungiri Hill, in Kabale Municipality, about a kilometre off Kabale-Katuna-Kigali Highway. The Main Campus sits on 50 acres of land. The University can be accessed via Mukombe Road, which connects the Kikungiri Campus to the Highway. An additional Campus is located on Plots 66-76 in Nyabikoni Parish in the Central Division of Kabale Municipality. 

Kampala University is a fountain of knowledge, which produces holistic and all round graduates who become vanguards of change in the community. This philosophy is founded on a society, which needs graduates who are competitive in the job market, academically, morally and socially. It is the University's belief, firm hope and desire that Uganda as a nation, the East and Central Africa Region, and indeed the whole world become transformed into a developed common society economically, culturally and academically which should act as a vehicle of development in all areas and at all levels.

Kampala University is a fountain of knowledge, which produces holistic and all round graduates who become vanguards of change in the community. This philosophy is founded on a society, which needs graduates who are competitive in the job market, academically, morally and socially. It is the University's belief, firm hope and desire that Uganda as a nation, the East and Central Africa Region, and indeed the whole world become transformed into a developed common society economically, culturally and academically which should act as a vehicle of development in all areas and at all levels.

King Ceasor Augustus Mulenga conceived the idea of establishing the university in 2009 and obtained an interim letter of authority. On 26th September 2011 the University obtained a Provisional License from NCHE. The change of names (Montessori University in 2009, St. Augustine International University in 2010 -2019, and King Ceasor University 2020-todate)..

We are committed to providing quality education grounded in a culture of developing hands-on skills for job creation and job markets. With a strong ambition and desire to address the various challenges that have afflicted the higher education sector in the region and the poor quality graduates that have flocked the East African job market, We are guided by its dictum, "Moral Rearmament and Wealth Creation

 We use student-centered methods of instruction to promote students’ own knowledge search and discovery with assistance and involvement of our highly qualified and experienced lecturers as guides..

King Ceasor Augustus Mulenga conceived the idea of establishing the university in 2009 and obtained an interim letter of authority. On 26th September 2011 the University obtained a Provisional License from NCHE. The change of names (Montessori University in 2009, St. Augustine International University in 2010 -2019, and King Ceasor University 2020-todate)..

We are committed to providing quality education grounded in a culture of developing hands-on skills for job creation and job markets. With a strong ambition and desire to address the various challenges that have afflicted the higher education sector in the region and the poor quality graduates that have flocked the East African job market, We are guided by its dictum, "Moral Rearmament and Wealth Creation

 We use student-centered methods of instruction to promote students’ own knowledge search and discovery with assistance and involvement of our highly qualified and experienced lecturers as guides..

LivingStone International University (LIU) is a private non-profit Christian University established in Mbale Uganda. The vision come from the missionaries of the New Testament Churches of Christ who saw the need to have a greater influence through education so that communities can be improved for Christ. LIU was granted a letter of interim authority by the Uganda National Council for Higher education to begin operating in 2008. In Mbale 2010, after vigorous inspections and interviews, a provisional license was granted, which authorizes LIU to admit students and issue degrees. The process of acquiring the Charter is in progress. All degrees have been accredited by the NCHE and we look forward to the future expansion as God provides. LivingStone International University is seeking to transform Africa through quality Christ-centered Higher education and the LIU vision is taking shape rapidly with much work to be done. Already 56 acres of land have been acquired in a key location..

LivingStone International University (LIU) is a private non-profit Christian University established in Mbale Uganda. The vision come from the missionaries of the New Testament Churches of Christ who saw the need to have a greater influence through education so that communities can be improved for Christ. LIU was granted a letter of interim authority by the Uganda National Council for Higher education to begin operating in 2008. In Mbale 2010, after vigorous inspections and interviews, a provisional license was granted, which authorizes LIU to admit students and issue degrees. The process of acquiring the Charter is in progress. All degrees have been accredited by the NCHE and we look forward to the future expansion as God provides. LivingStone International University is seeking to transform Africa through quality Christ-centered Higher education and the LIU vision is taking shape rapidly with much work to be done. Already 56 acres of land have been acquired in a key location..

Makerere University Business School (MUBS) is the school of business of Makerere University, Uganda's oldest university. MUBS provides business and management education at the certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Makerere University Business School (MUBS) is the school of business of Makerere University, Uganda's oldest university. MUBS provides business and management education at the certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

VISION A model University for transformation and development MISSION To provide quality education, generate knowledge, promote innovations and community empowerment for transformation. CORE VALUES Muni University will promote and uphold core values of:- Quality, Equity, Responsiveness, Professionalism and Inattentiveness. Four technology-science based degree programmes for developing hands-on skills and competences in order to address gaps in vocational and science education, community health and information and telecommunications were developed. They are as follows:- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Bachelor of Information Systems : Bachelor of Science with Education Bachelor of Nursing Sciences

VISION A model University for transformation and development MISSION To provide quality education, generate knowledge, promote innovations and community empowerment for transformation. CORE VALUES Muni University will promote and uphold core values of:- Quality, Equity, Responsiveness, Professionalism and Inattentiveness. Four technology-science based degree programmes for developing hands-on skills and competences in order to address gaps in vocational and science education, community health and information and telecommunications were developed. They are as follows:- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Bachelor of Information Systems : Bachelor of Science with Education Bachelor of Nursing Sciences

Established in 1992, Ndejje University (NDU) is the oldest private university and the fastest growing in Uganda. 

In 2009 the University was chartered by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) of Uganda meaning that all certificates awarded at the University where nationally and internationally recognized. Also, all courses offered in the university were accredited by the same body. The University further subscribes to the Inter University Council for East Africa and Association of African universities.

Nkumba University (NU) is a private university in Entebbe, Uganda. It was established in 1994 as part of a group of schools and colleges that originally grew from a kindergarten established in 1951. The university is dedicated to the promotion of excellence in applied business education. The university builds students on the 4Cs: Creativity, Confidence, Competence and Character. The university is not affiliated with any particular religious organization, but it accommodates several religious associations, which allow the students to fellowship along religious beliefs and to devote adequate time to God.

St. Lawrence University occupies the premise of one of the five St. Lawrence Schools and College, Kabaka’s Lake Campus. It is on Kibuga Block 8/1126 and 8/1127, in Mengo, Rubaga Division, Kampala City. St. Lawrence University was launched by the President of the Republic of Uganda. His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, on 14th October, 2006.

Is a Chartered University based in Nairobi . We started in 1961 as the first multi-racial, multi-religious advamced level sixth form College offering Science and arts subjects.

Team University is a Private University licensed by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), mandated to award Undergraduate Degrees (Bachelors), Post Graduate Degrees (Masters and PhDs), Post Graduate Diplomas as well as Vocational Courses and training for Professional qualifications.

At Team University we offer courses which are highly competitive and prestigious bench marked to international standards. This gives our students a password to confront the challenges of the world of work as job creators but not job seekers.

Team University is a Private University licensed by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), mandated to award Undergraduate Degrees (Bachelors), Post Graduate Degrees (Masters and PhDs), Post Graduate Diplomas as well as Vocational Courses and training for Professional qualifications.

At Team University we offer courses which are highly competitive and prestigious bench marked to international standards. This gives our students a password to confront the challenges of the world of work as job creators but not job seekers.

Uganda Christian University (UCU) is an authentic Christian institution established by the Church of Uganda in 1997 in response to a call for quality university education with a Christian perspective.

Uganda Christian University replaced the historic Bishop Tucker Theological College which trained clergy and educators during its 84-year history from 1913-1997. 

 

In 2004, UCU became the first private university to be chartered or accredited by the government of Uganda.

Located in Mukono, less than an hour’s drive from the capital city Kampala, Uganda Christian University is one of Uganda's leading teaching and research universities.

Uganda Christian University (UCU) is an authentic Christian institution established by the Church of Uganda in 1997 in response to a call for quality university education with a Christian perspective.

Uganda Christian University replaced the historic Bishop Tucker Theological College which trained clergy and educators during its 84-year history from 1913-1997. 

 

In 2004, UCU became the first private university to be chartered or accredited by the government of Uganda.

Located in Mukono, less than an hour’s drive from the capital city Kampala, Uganda Christian University is one of Uganda's leading teaching and research universities.

Ugandan Technology and Management University (UTAMU) is a private university that was established by the National Council for Higher Education in March 2013, in accordance with the laws of Uganda. UTAMU is accredited to run academic programmes at all levels of the Higher education system.

UTAMU seeks and creates opportunities in technology and management sciences through innovative research, partnerships, students and alumni engagement. It is the only university in Uganda that has successfully infused the teaching and learning processes with appropriate information and communications technologies. UTAMU uses ‘blended learning’ techniques: An education program that combines online digital media with traditional classroom methods and independent study to implement learning. All UTAMU academic programmes are fully developed as e-learning programmes. 

Ugandan Technology and Management University (UTAMU) is a private university that was established by the National Council for Higher Education in March 2013, in accordance with the laws of Uganda. UTAMU is accredited to run academic programmes at all levels of the Higher education system.

UTAMU seeks and creates opportunities in technology and management sciences through innovative research, partnerships, students and alumni engagement. It is the only university in Uganda that has successfully infused the teaching and learning processes with appropriate information and communications technologies. UTAMU uses ‘blended learning’ techniques: An education program that combines online digital media with traditional classroom methods and independent study to implement learning. All UTAMU academic programmes are fully developed as e-learning programmes. 

Victoria University, is one of the best universities in Uganda, and stands out as a centre of academic excellence. We offers a fresh and intellectually stimulating environment that nurtures critical thinkers.

The university was opened in August 2010 and has has the capacity, the facilities and determination to revitalize higher education in Uganda and in the region. We are committed to playing a leading role in bringing and developing high– quality, student–centered learning opportunities based on standards of excellence that are unique, innovative and difficult to match.

Victoria University, is one of the best universities in Uganda, and stands out as a centre of academic excellence. We offers a fresh and intellectually stimulating environment that nurtures critical thinkers.

The university was opened in August 2010 and has has the capacity, the facilities and determination to revitalize higher education in Uganda and in the region. We are committed to playing a leading role in bringing and developing high– quality, student–centered learning opportunities based on standards of excellence that are unique, innovative and difficult to match.

ALL Saints University, Lango (ASUL) was first conceived in 1963 by the Diocese of Lango of the Anglican Church of Uganda of but its operation was deferred till 2008. The University became fully operational in May 2009. In March 2010, its programs were accredited by Uganda National Council for Higher Education (NCHE). All Saints University, Lango offers quality programmes, which are most relevant to ones needs. The programmes offered are tailor made to suit today’s job seekers requirement.