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University of Juba

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Public University
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University of Juba: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Juba is a public university in Juba, South Sudan, and it suits students who want to study at an English-language institution in the country’s capital. It is also the first institution of higher education in southern Sudan and the largest and highest-ranked university in South Sudan.

  2. What you can study

    The university is an English-language public university. The subject areas and programme list are not published here, so confirm the current course catalogue on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university website for entry requirements, application deadlines, required documents, and any country-specific steps. The admissions office should confirm how to apply, what documents to submit, and whether any language or credential checks are required.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Costs for housing, food, transport, and other living expenses in Juba will depend on your choices and should be planned separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is English. Before applying, confirm the programme list, entry requirements, tuition, visa steps, and whether the university has any separate guidance for students coming from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    South Sudan has 2 universities listed, so this institution sits in a very small national higher-education landscape. It stands out within that group as a public, English-language university in the capital and as the largest and highest-ranked university in the country.

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 Juba

What type of university is the University of Juba?

It is a public university.

Where is the University of Juba located?

It is in Juba, the capital of South Sudan.

What language is used for instruction?

English.

How many universities are in South Sudan?

2 universities are listed in the country.

Overview

The University of Juba is an English-language public university in Juba, the capital of South Sudan. Established in 1975 as the first institution of higher education in southern Sudan, the university admitted its first students in 1977. It is the largest and highest-ranked university in South Sudan.

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 South Sudan.

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

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