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Kandahar University

country rank  15
world rank  12283

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Overview

Founded in 1991, the Kandahar University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Kandahar (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education of Afghanistan, Kandahar University (KU) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational Afghan higher education institution. Kandahar University (KU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 33-year-old Afghan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this Afghan higher education organization an averagely selective institution. KU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Kandahar University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Kandahar University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Kandahar University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Kandahar University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) دانشگاه قندهار
Acronym KU
Founded 1991
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University Location

Address
Kandahar
Kandahar
Afghanistan
Kandahar University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Kandahar University Phone Number +93 (77) 730 8325
Kandahar University Fax Number +93

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Kandahar University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Kandahar University.

Kandahar University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Kandahar University's admission information.

Kandahar University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Kandahar University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Kandahar University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Kandahar University's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Kandahar University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Kandahar University's Admission Office Admission Office

District 9, Near to New Adgha
Kandahar City 3801
700342104


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Kandahar University.

Kandahar University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Kandahar University has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Kandahar University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Kandahar University's Control Type Control Type

Kandahar University is a public higher education institution.


Kandahar University's Entity Type Entity Type

Kandahar University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Kandahar University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Kandahar University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Kandahar University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Kandahar University's main facilities:


Kandahar University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Kandahar University's Housing University Housing

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Kandahar University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Kandahar University's main services:


Kandahar University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Kandahar University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Kandahar University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Kandahar University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Kandahar University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Kandahar University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Kandahar University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Higher Education of Afghanistan


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Kandahar University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Twitter X (Twitter)

Kandahar University's X (formerly Twitter) page Kandahar University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Kandahar University's YouTube channel Kandahar University's official YouTube channel

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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