About
University of Rwanda is a public collegiate, multi campus university based in Kigali, Rwanda. Formed in 2013 through the merger of previously independent education institutions, the University of Rwanda is the largest education institution in Rwanda. The University of Rwanda is ranked number one in the country by the Higher Education Council, an organ established by the Government of Rwanda.
Ranked Top 1501 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems
Ranked in 6 subject rankings
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Top Subjects
Subject Rankings
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6 subjects|
Subject
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Rank
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Score
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Year
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|---|---|---|---|
| Education | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 801–1000 | 21.6 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 1001+ | 11.2 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 1001+ | 10.9 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1251+ | 9.6 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1251+ | 9.1 | 2026 |