Rajshahi University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1761 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #514 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #3 of 129 | In Bangladesh |
| #1 of 5 | In Rajshahi |
| #368 of 1,016 | For Hydrology and Water resources management |
| Top50% | For 86 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 30%
- Enrollment
- 2,200
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- ru.ac.bd
- Languages
- English;Bengali
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 30% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate (SSC) and/or higher secondary certificate (HSC) or foreign equivalent. The University has its own admission test |
| Academic Calendar | July to June |
| Enrollment | 2,200 |
| Full time employee | 43 |
| Student:staff ratio | 51:1 |
We've calculated the 30% acceptance rate for Rajshahi University 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
Rajshahi University has published 10,077 scientific papers with 132,687 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering, Physics, Medicine, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Quantum and Particle physics.
Rajshahi University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 34 | 75 |
| 1993 | 29 | 73 |
| 1994 | 25 | 84 |
| 1995 | 18 | 71 |
| 1996 | 17 | 94 |
| 1997 | 15 | 110 |
| 1998 | 17 | 121 |
| 1999 | 20 | 89 |
| 2000 | 41 | 148 |
| 2001 | 35 | 123 |
| 2002 | 32 | 175 |
| 2003 | 55 | 242 |
| 2004 | 61 | 213 |
| 2005 | 75 | 334 |
| 2006 | 68 | 413 |
| 2007 | 178 | 463 |
| 2008 | 135 | 633 |
| 2009 | 140 | 706 |
| 2010 | 152 | 1005 |
| 2011 | 222 | 1322 |
| 2012 | 267 | 1681 |
| 2013 | 401 | 2418 |
| 2014 | 425 | 2813 |
| 2015 | 460 | 3532 |
| 2016 | 454 | 3752 |
| 2017 | 423 | 4473 |
| 2018 | 504 | 5152 |
| 2019 | 579 | 6504 |
| 2020 | 732 | 10365 |
| 2021 | 1027 | 15466 |
| 2022 | 902 | 18588 |
| 2023 | 1062 | 22660 |
| 2024 | 891 | 26417 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Rajshahi University 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 (BDT) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts (BA) | 50,000 |
| Bachelor of Science (BSc) | 60,000 |
| Master of Arts (MA) | 70,000 |
| Master of Science (MSc) | 80,000 |
The currency used is Bangladeshi Taka (BDT).
Rajshahi University 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 Rajshahi University.
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 | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bachelor's Degree (Hons) | Applied Mathematics, Arts and Humanities, Biochemistry, Botany, Business Administration, Chemistry, Demography and Population, Economics, English, Finance, Fine Arts, Fishery, Law, Mathematics, Music, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Zoology |
|---|---|
| Professional Bachelor's Degree | Agriculture, Applied Chemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Information Technology, Natural Sciences, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Master's Degree | Agricultural Management, Agriculture, Applied Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Aquaculture, Arts and Humanities, Biochemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Biology, Botany, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Demography and Population, Earth Sciences, Economics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, English, Finance, Fine Arts, Fishery, Food Technology, Genetics, Information Technology, Law, Mathematics, Music, Native Language, Natural Sciences, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Telecommunications Engineering, Zoology |
| Master of Philosophy | Applied Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Demography and Population, Economics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, English, Fishery, Information Technology, Law, Marketing, Mathematics, Native Language, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Telecommunications Engineering, Zoology |
| Ph. D. | Applied Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Demography and Population, Economics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, English, Fishery, Information Technology, Law, Marketing, Mathematics, Native Language, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Telecommunications Engineering, Zoology |
Rajshahi University alumni
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Mohammad Shahabuddin
- Occupations
- judgepoliticiancivil servant
- Biography
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Mohammed Shahabuddin, natively known as Chuppu, is a Bangladeshi jurist, civil servant and politician who has served as the 16th and current president of Bangladesh since 2023. He was elected unopposed in the 2023 presidential election as the nominee of the ruling Awami League. Prior to his presidency, Shahabuddin served as a district and sessions judge and a commissioner of the Anti-Corruption Commission from 2011 to 2016.
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Riaz
- Occupations
- modelfilm produceractor
- Biography
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Riaz Uddin Ahamed Siddique, popularly known as Riaz, is a Bangladeshi film actor, producer, and television presenter who has appeared in more than 100 Bengali films in genres ranging from romance to action to comedies. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including three National Film Awards and seven Meril Prothom Alo Awards. He portrayed the famous literary character, Shuvro, created by Humayun Ahmed, in Daruchini Dip.
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Andrew Kishore
- Occupations
- singer
- Biography
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Andrew Kishore Kumar Baroi was a Bangladeshi playback singer. He is considered the "Playback King" of Bangladesh for his contributions to the golden era of dhaliwood. He worked in more than a 100 films, where he was the lead playback singer in more than 15 thousand songs. He also judged in a popular reality TV show called Bangladeshi Idol.
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Annisul Huq
- Occupations
- businesspersonpolitician
- Biography
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Annisul Huq was a Bangladeshi entrepreneur, television show host and the mayor of Dhaka North City Corporation.
Rajshahi University faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Agriculture | Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Crop Production, Fishery, Harvest Technology, Veterinary Science |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Arts | Arabic, Arts and Humanities, Cultural Studies, English, History, Indic Languages, Literature, Music, Native Language, Philosophy, Sanskrit, Theatre |
| Faculty : Business Studies | Accountancy, Banking, Business Computing, Finance, Insurance, Management, Marketing |
| Faculty : Engineering | Applied Chemistry, Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, Materials Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Faculty : Fine Arts | Art History, Ceramic Art, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Handicrafts, Painting and Drawing, Printing and Printmaking, Sculpture |
| Faculty : Law | Law, Real Estate |
| Faculty : Life and Earth Sciences | Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Botany, Clinical Psychology, Earth Sciences, Genetics, Geology, Mining Engineering, Psychology, Zoology |
| Faculty : Science | Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Demography and Population, Human Resources, Mathematics, Molecular Biology, Pharmacy, Physical Education, Physics, Sports, Statistics |
| Faculty : Social Sciences | Anthropology, Economics, Folklore, Information Sciences, International Relations and Diplomacy, Journalism, Library Science, Mass Communication, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Social Work, Sociology |
| Institute : Bangladesh Studies | Cultural Studies, Modern Languages |
| Institute : Biological Science | Biological and Life Sciences |
| Institute : Business Administration | Business Administration |
| Institute : Education and Research | Education |
| Institute : English and other Languages | English, Modern Languages |
| Institute : Environmental Science | Environmental Studies |
General information
| Alternative names | RU রাজশাহী বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1953 |
| Accreditation | University Grants Commission (UGC) |
Location and contacts
| Address | Motihar Rajshahi, 6205 Bangladesh |
|---|---|
| City population | 448,000 |