Adventist University of Central Africa (AUCA)
AUCA operates two modern campuses in Kigali: Masoro Main Campus (headquarters, School of Medicine ASOME, Health Sciences, Business, Education) and Gishushu Campus (Center of Excellence for Science, Technology, and Postgraduate Studies).
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Accreditation
Fully Accredited by HEC Rwanda & AAA
Language of Study
English Medium (with French Academic Support)
Active Intakes
January 2027 (Open) • May Intake • June Intake
Levels & Campuses
2 Campuses • Undergraduate (Bachelor) • Postgraduate (Master) • Clinical Medicine (MD)
Academic Heritage & Institution Profile
“Chartered via Law n° 0056/05 in 1988, AUCA is ranked among Rwanda top accredited private institutions. Fully accredited by the Higher Education Council (HEC) and the Adventist Accrediting Association (AAA), offering world-class programs in Information Technology, Software Engineering, Nursing & Midwifery, Business Administration, and General Medicine (ASOME).”
Private Accredited University
1978
Kigali, Rwanda
AUCA operates two modern campuses in Kigali: Masoro Main Campus (headquarters, School of Medicine ASOME, Health Sciences, Business, Education) and Gishushu Campus (Center of Excellence for Science, Technology, and Postgraduate Studies).
2 Campuses
Academic & Research Programs
BSc in Software Engineering
Includes 25,000 RWF/semester registration fee. Based on 18 credits/semester.
Foreign certificates require official NESA / HEC equivalence.
📥 Get 2026 Fees & Requirements PDF via WhatsAppBSc in Information Management
Includes 25,000 RWF/semester registration fee. Based on 18 credits/semester.
Foreign certificates require official NESA / HEC equivalence.
📥 Get 2026 Fees & Requirements PDF via WhatsAppBSc in Networks and Communication Systems
Includes 25,000 RWF/semester registration fee. Based on 18 credits/semester.
Foreign certificates require official NESA / HEC equivalence.
📥 Get 2026 Fees & Requirements PDF via WhatsAppBBA in Accounting
Includes 25,000 RWF/semester registration fee. Based on 18 credits/semester.
Foreign certificates require official NESA / HEC equivalence.
📥 Get 2026 Fees & Requirements PDF via WhatsAppBBA in Finance
Includes 25,000 RWF/semester registration fee. Based on 18 credits/semester.
Foreign certificates require official NESA / HEC equivalence.
📥 Get 2026 Fees & Requirements PDF via WhatsAppBBA in Management
Includes 25,000 RWF/semester registration fee. Based on 18 credits/semester.
Foreign certificates require official NESA / HEC equivalence.
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Official tuition rates and ancillary charges for Adventist University of Central Africa (AUCA) with zero hidden costs
Credit-Hour Schedule by Faculty
| Faculty / Stream | Campus | Per Credit | Per Semester | Annual Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Faculty of Information Technology (IT) Based on 18 credits/sem including registration | Gishushu Technology Campus | 23,548 RWF | 448,864 RWF | $620/yr |
Faculty of Business Administration Based on 18 credits/sem including registration | Masoro Main Campus | 21,802 RWF | 417,436 RWF | $575/yr |
Faculty of Education & Theology Based on 18 credits/sem including registration | Masoro Main Campus | 19,186 RWF | 370,348 RWF | $510/yr |
School of Health Sciences (Nursing & Midwifery) Years 2-4: 2,855,300 RWF/yr. Year 1: 3,105,800 RWF incl. simulation labs & boarding | Masoro Main Campus | 9,090 RWF | 719,250 RWF | $1970/yr |
Master of Business Administration (MBA / MA) 2-Year Program: Total 3,474,628 RWF (Evening & Weekend) | Gishushu Technology Campus | 50,147 RWF | 651,764 RWF | $1200/yr |
MSc in Big Data Analytics 2-Year Program: Total 4,665,500 RWF incl. Thesis & Internship | Gishushu Technology Campus | 51,860 RWF | 931,620 RWF | $1610/yr |
Application & Registration
One-Time Facility & Lab Fees
Insurance & Dissertation Fees
Official University Direct Bank Accounts
Pay tuition directly to the institution. Zero agent commissions or third-party markup.
Account Number
00040-00280275-75
Tuition & Registration Fees
Account Number
00040-00292172-41
International Student USD Wire Transfers
Account Number
4003211197369
Undergraduate & Graduate Fees
Security Notice: Never transfer tuition or registration fees to personal accounts or independent brokers. All payments must be made strictly to the official university accounts listed above or on campus with an authorized official receipt.
Admissions, Equivalence & Visa Blueprint
General Bachelor's Admission Criteria
Adventist University of Central Africa (AUCA) admits candidates holding an accredited secondary certificate or certified foreign equivalent adhering to national HEC standards:
- Certified copy of Advanced Level Secondary School Certificate (Senior 6) or certified foreign equivalent.
- Progressive academic grade reports and transcripts for Senior 4, Senior 5, and Senior 6 (uploaded individually).
- National Identity Card for Rwandan nationals or a valid Passport for international students.
- Recent color passport-size photograph with a clean white background.
- Proof of valid medical insurance coverage.
- A personal laptop is required/strongly recommended for blended e-learning and coursework.
Admissions Evaluation
Credential Evaluation SupportUnsure if your high school certificate meets the equivalence criteria? Send your grades to our admissions team for immediate verification.
Check Your Eligibility (WhatsApp)Country-Specific Requirements for MENA & African Students
Specific high school credential evaluation criteria and NESA equivalence benchmarks.
Recognized Certificate
Sudanese Secondary School Certificate (الشهادة السودانية)
Minimum Grade Criteria
50% minimum for Business & Humanities; 65%+ for Computer Science & IT; 75%+ for Health Sciences & Nursing; 80%+ for Medicine.
Special Guidance & Procedures
Direct admission with official copies of the Sudanese Certificate. If original certificates are delayed due to local circumstances, provisional evaluation is available with university registrar approval.
Recognized Certificate
Egyptian General Secondary Certificate (Thanaweya Amma - الثانوية العامة)
Minimum Grade Criteria
Scientific track (علمي علوم) 75%+ for Medicine & Health Sciences; Scientific Math track (علمي رياضة) 65%+ for Engineering & IT; 55%+ for Business.
Special Guidance & Procedures
Requires authentication by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs before online submission to NESA via irembo.gov.rw.
Recognized Certificate
Chadian Baccalauréat (Baccalauréat Tchadien)
Minimum Grade Criteria
Série C or D for Applied Sciences, Engineering & Health; Série A or G for Economics, Law & Social Sciences.
Special Guidance & Procedures
Bilingual Francophone applicants can enter directly. Intensive English bridge modules are provided during Year 1 to support academic transition.
Recognized Certificate
General Secondary Certificate / American Diploma / Cambridge IGCSE
Minimum Grade Criteria
Cumulative GPA 70%+ or minimum 2 Principal Passes at A-Level (or equivalent).
Special Guidance & Procedures
Expedited digital equivalence via Irembo. GCC students pay direct standard university tuition with zero agency markup.
Our Strategic Locations Across Rwanda
Masoro Main Campus
University Headquarters housing the central administration, Faculty of Business Administration, Faculty of Education & Theology, School of Health Sciences (Nursing & Midwifery), the Adventist School of Medicine (ASOME), and student residence halls.
Gishushu Technology & Graduate Campus
Urban center of excellence dedicated to Science & Technology, Software Engineering, Networks, and executive evening & weekend Master programs.