Overview
Established in 1999, the Busoga University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Iganga (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Eastern Region. This institution also has branch campuses in Jinja, Kamuli, Bugiri, Kaliro and Pallisa. Officially recognized by the The National Council for Higher Education of Uganda, Busoga University (BU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Ugandan higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Anglican religion. Busoga University (BU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 25-year-old Ugandan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Ugandan higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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private
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non-profit
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small-sized
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averagely selective
University Identity
| Name | Busoga University  |
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| Acronym | BU |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Motto | Center of Academic Excellence |
| Colours | Blue, yellow and red |
| Mascot | Leopard |
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University Location
| Address | PO Box 154, Iganga - Iganga Campus Iganga Eastern Region Uganda |
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+256 (43) 243 175 |
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+256 (43) 242 345 |
| Other locations | Jinja, Kamuli, Bugiri, Kaliro and Pallisa |
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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 Busoga University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Busoga University's Facebook page
Busoga University's X (formerly Twitter) page
Busoga University's YouTube channel
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Busoga University's main LinkedIn profile
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