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Kigali Independent University

Kigali

The university operates campuses in both Kigali and Gisenyi.

1996
Founded
2
Campuses
24
Programs
Overview

Academic Heritage & Institution Profile

Accredited by the Higher Education Council (HEC) of Rwanda; ranked #5 in Rwanda and #490 in Africa by EduRank. Notable for its philosophy of 'Science and Conscience' and modern infrastructure.

Type

Private University

Legacy

1996

Primary Hub

Kigali

The university operates campuses in both Kigali and Gisenyi.

Total Presence

2 Campuses

Campuses

Our Strategic Locations Across Rwanda

GEOGRAPHICAL FOOTPRINT
01

Kigali Campus

Gisozi, Gasabo, Kigali, Rwanda (P.O. Box 2280)

Main administrative hub; features digital libraries with over 400 computers.

02

Gisenyi Campus

Rubavu District, Gisenyi, Rwanda (P.O. Box 1123)

Offers hostels for international and local students; provides water, electricity, and wireless internet.

Programs

Academic & Research Programs

School of Economics and Business Studies

Accounting

Duration
3 years
Tuition
600,000 RWF/yr
School of Economics and Business Studies

Economics

Duration
3 years
Tuition
600,000 RWF/yr
School of Economics and Business Studies

Finance

Duration
3 years
Tuition
600,000 RWF/yr
School of Social Sciences

Development Studies

Duration
3 years
Tuition
600,000 RWF/yr
School of Social Sciences

International Relations

Duration
3 years
Tuition
600,000 RWF/yr
School of Social Sciences

Population Studies

Duration
3 years
Tuition
600,000 RWF/yr
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