University of Lusaka: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #6662 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #286 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #3 of 42 | In Zambia |
| #2 of 26 | In Lusaka |
| #1386 of 2,534 | For Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 6,000
- Funding
- Private
- Website
- www.unilus.ac.zm
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 56%*
* The University of Lusaka is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Enrollment | 6,000 |
|---|
Research profile
University of Lusaka has published 1,115 scientific papers with 5,783 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Philosophy, Biology, Political Science, Environmental Science, Sociology, Psychology, Law, and Pathology.
University of Lusaka majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 | 12 |
| 1994 | 3 | 13 |
| 1995 | 1 | 13 |
| 1996 | 0 | 13 |
| 1997 | 1 | 23 |
| 1998 | 1 | 22 |
| 1999 | 1 | 22 |
| 2000 | 1 | 17 |
| 2001 | 2 | 21 |
| 2002 | 4 | 26 |
| 2003 | 5 | 19 |
| 2004 | 7 | 32 |
| 2005 | 6 | 20 |
| 2006 | 6 | 40 |
| 2007 | 9 | 34 |
| 2008 | 9 | 59 |
| 2009 | 15 | 61 |
| 2010 | 10 | 88 |
| 2011 | 13 | 116 |
| 2012 | 25 | 149 |
| 2013 | 132 | 186 |
| 2014 | 52 | 196 |
| 2015 | 96 | 238 |
| 2016 | 103 | 206 |
| 2017 | 39 | 204 |
| 2018 | 37 | 244 |
| 2019 | 43 | 251 |
| 2020 | 40 | 337 |
| 2021 | 76 | 403 |
| 2022 | 89 | 431 |
| 2023 | 115 | 618 |
| 2024 | 98 | 814 |
| 2025 | 70 | 818 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Lusaka 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 | Duration (years) | Tuition per year (ZMW) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Economics | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Information Technology | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Science | 4 | 25,000 |
| Bachelor of Laws | 5 | 30,000 |
| Bachelor of Education in Primary Education | 4 | 20,000 |
| Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education | 4 | 20,000 |
| Master of Business Administration | 2 | 35,000 |
| Master of Science in Accounting and Finance | 2 | 35,000 |
| Master of Science in Economics | 2 | 35,000 |
| Master of Science in Information Technology | 2 | 35,000 |
| Master of Science in Computer Science | 2 | 35,000 |
| Master of Laws | 2 | 40,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration | 3 | 50,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting and Finance | 3 | 50,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Economics | 3 | 50,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology | 3 | 50,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science | 3 | 50,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Law | 3 | 60,000 |
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 University of Lusaka.
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 | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | No | No | No |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Bachelor's degree, Bachelor’s degree (Honours) | Accountancy, Banking, Development Studies, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Marketing, Medicine, Peace and Disarmament, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Public Health, Surgery, Technology Education, Transport Management |
|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma | Teacher Training |
| Master's degree | Accountancy, Business Administration, Economics, Environmental Management, Finance, Health Administration, Leadership, Peace and Disarmament, Taxation, Transport Management |
University of Lusaka faculties and divisions
| School : Business | Accountancy, Banking, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Public Administration, Taxation, Transport Management |
|---|---|
| School : Education | Development Studies, Information Technology, International Relations and Diplomacy, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Technology Education |
| School : Law | Law |
| School : Medicine and Health Sciences | Medicine, Public Health, Surgery |
| School : Postgraduate Studies | Accountancy, Environmental Management, Finance, Leadership, Peace and Disarmament, Taxation, Transport Management |
General information
| Alternative names | UNILUS |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2007 |
| Accreditation | Higher Education Authority (HEA) |
| Motto | Passion for Quality Education: Our Driving Force |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 36711 Plot no. 23072/M Silverest Chongwe Lusaka, 10101 Zambia |
|---|---|
| City population | 2,468,000 |