National University of Samoa: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #6173 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #52 of 59 | In Oceania |
| #1 of 1 | In Samoa |
| #774 of 1,002 | For Genealogy |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 77%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- nus.edu.ws
- Languages
- English;Samoan
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 77% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Pacific Secondary School Certificate (English + 3 best not more than 15); New Zealand Form Six Certificate (English + 3 best not more than 12); Australia Higher School Certificate or recognized foreign equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | February to November (February - June; July-November) |
We've calculated the 77% acceptance rate for National University of Samoa based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
National University of Samoa has published 664 scientific papers with 14,682 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Biology, Sociology, Environmental Science, Philosophy, Political Science, Pathology, Geography and Cartography, and Law.
National University of Samoa majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 | 7 |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 | 0 | 2 |
| 1997 | 3 | 10 |
| 1998 | 1 | 15 |
| 1999 | 2 | 10 |
| 2000 | 4 | 16 |
| 2001 | 3 | 24 |
| 2002 | 1 | 27 |
| 2003 | 4 | 27 |
| 2004 | 3 | 40 |
| 2005 | 4 | 43 |
| 2006 | 5 | 64 |
| 2007 | 7 | 67 |
| 2008 | 12 | 81 |
| 2009 | 6 | 110 |
| 2010 | 13 | 102 |
| 2011 | 15 | 123 |
| 2012 | 15 | 128 |
| 2013 | 9 | 173 |
| 2014 | 16 | 204 |
| 2015 | 11 | 247 |
| 2016 | 31 | 300 |
| 2017 | 29 | 336 |
| 2018 | 28 | 373 |
| 2019 | 39 | 485 |
| 2020 | 64 | 775 |
| 2021 | 71 | 1215 |
| 2022 | 70 | 1977 |
| 2023 | 69 | 2571 |
| 2024 | 55 | 2788 |
| 2025 | 41 | 2734 |
Tuition
The tuition table for National University of Samoa gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per semester) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | WST $1,500 |
| Bachelor of Commerce | WST $1,800 |
| Bachelor of Education | WST $1,700 |
| Bachelor of Science | WST $1,900 |
| Bachelor of Theology | WST $1,600 |
| Master of Arts | WST $2,500 |
| Master of Business Administration | WST $3,000 |
| Master of Education | WST $2,800 |
| Master of Science | WST $3,200 |
All costs are in Samoan Tala (WST).
The National University of Samoa has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by National University of Samoa.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | No | No |
| Business | Yes | No | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | No | No |
| Economics | Yes | No | No |
| Engineering | Yes | No | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | No | No |
| Medicine | Yes | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | No | No |
| Bachelor's Degree | Arts and Humanities, Business and Commerce, Education, Nursing |
|---|---|
| Graduate Diploma | Education, Nursing |
| Master's Degree | Arts and Humanities |
National University of Samoa faculties and divisions
| Centre : Samoan Studies | Anthropology, Archaeology, Cultural Studies, Native Language, Pacific Area Studies |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Business and Entrepreneurship | Accountancy, Banking, Commercial Law, Finance, Tourism |
| Faculty : Applied Science | Dental Hygiene, Environmental Management, Health Administration, Health Education, Medical Technology, Nursing |
| Faculty : Arts | Anthropology, Chinese, Communication Studies, English, French, Geography, History, Japanese, Journalism, Political Sciences, Sociology |
| Faculty : Education | Education, Physical Education, Secondary Education, Teacher Training |
| Faculty : Science | Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Nautical Science, Physics, Science Education |
General information
| Alternative names | NUS Le Iunivesite Aoao o Samoa |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1984 |
| Motto | Ia Ao Samoa Let there be light on Samoa |
| Colors | silver, royal blue, light blue |
Location and contacts
| Address | PO Box 1622 Apia Samoa |
|---|---|
| City population | 38,000 |