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University of Cambodia

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University of Cambodia: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Cambodia is a university in Cambodia that may suit students who want to study in Phnom Penh and are checking a government-accredited option. Its programme offering, language of instruction, and international admissions details should be confirmed on the university’s official website before applying.

  2. What you can study

    The university’s subject areas and programme catalogue are not published in the information available here. It is identified as a university in Phnom Penh, so the next step is to check its official programme list to see what can actually be studied and at what level.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and any visa-related steps on the official website. The university’s admissions office is the place to confirm whether there are programme-specific requirements for foreign applicants.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range here; confirm the current fee with its admissions office. Living costs in Phnom Penh will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so check your budget against local prices before applying.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published here, so confirm it directly with the university before you apply. Also check whether your intended programme is open to international students, what documents need translation or legalisation, and whether you will need a student visa.

  6. How it compares

    Cambodia has 21 universities listed, and this institution is one option within that group. Its main point of distinction is that it is a Phnom Penh university with accreditation by the Royal Government of Cambodia and the Accreditation Committee of Cambodia, so it may appeal to applicants who want to compare accredited options in the capital rather than study outside it.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Cambodia

Where is the University of Cambodia located?

It is on North bridge Road in Sen Sok District, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

What is the university’s website?

http://www.uc.edu.kh/

When was the University of Cambodia founded?

It was founded in 2003.

Who founded the University of Cambodia?

It was founded by Dr. Kao Kim Hourn and Dr. Haruhisa Handa.

Overview

The University of Cambodia is a private university located on North bridge Road in Sen Sok District, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia. Founded in 2003 by Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, minister delegate to the prime minister of Cambodia, and Dr. Haruhisa Handa, founder and chairman of the International Foundation for Arts and Culture. UC is accredited by the Royal Government of Cambodia and the Accreditation Committee of Cambodia, and is a member of the Cambodian Higher Education Association.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Cambodia.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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