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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso

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world rank  13182

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Overview

Established in 2000, the Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso (Catholic University of West Africa, Burkina Faso) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the medium city of Bobo-Dioulasso (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Houet. Officially recognized by the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Recherche scientifique et de l'Innovation, Burkina Faso (Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation of Burkina Faso), Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso (UCAO/UUB) is a coeducational Burkinabe higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso (UCAO/UUB) 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. UCAO/UUB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso' Size by Total Enrollmentnot reported

Selectivity

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) Catholic University of West Africa, Burkina Faso
Acronym UCAO/UUB
Founded 2000
Motto Science, Foi, Action
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University Location

Address 01 BP 4890
Bobo-Dioulasso
01 Houet
Burkina Faso
Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso Phone Number +226 (62) 58 44 95
Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso Fax Number +226

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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 Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso'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 Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso'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 Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso'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 Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso.

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso: 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 Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's admission information.

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Admission Office Admission Office


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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 Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso.

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Control Type Control Type

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso is a private higher education institution.


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Entity Type Entity Type

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso is a non-profit higher education institution.


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso has a Christian-Catholic 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 Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's main facilities:


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Housing University Housing

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's main services:


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Financial Aid Financial Aid

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Career Services Career Services

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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.


Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Université Catholique de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, Burkina Faso is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Recherche scientifique et de l'Innovation, Burkina Faso


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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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

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Free Online Courses

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