Université de Bamako: the applicant's brief
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The short answer
Université de Bamako was a public university in Mali, and it suits readers who want to understand a former national university rather than an active place to apply now. It was closed in 2011, so current applicants need to look elsewhere in Mali.
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What you can study
Université de Bamako is no longer operating, so there is no active programme catalogue to apply to. It was the flagship public university in Bamako before its closure in 2011.
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Getting in
This university is closed, so there is no current admissions process for international students. Anyone considering study in Mali should confirm current options and application steps with the relevant institution or national admissions contacts, and check the official website if it is being maintained for archival or redirect purposes.
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What it costs
The university does not publish a tuition fee for current students because it is closed. Living costs in Bamako would still depend on accommodation, food, transport, and personal spending, so confirm present-day costs with a current institution in Mali or local providers.
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Coming from abroad
For a student moving from abroad, the key issue is that this university is not operating. Confirm the current language of instruction, visa requirements, admissions process, and tuition with a currently active university in Mali before making any plans.
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How it compares
Mali has 1 university listed here, and Université de Bamako is the only one named. That makes it a reference point for the country’s higher-education history rather than a current choice for applicants.
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 Université de Bamako
What type of university was Université de Bamako?
It was a public university.
Where was Université de Bamako located?
It was in Bamako, the capital of Mali.
Is Université de Bamako still open?
No. It was closed in 2011.
What is the university website?
http://www.usttb.edu.ml/
Overview
The University of Bamako was the flagship public university in Bamako, the capital of Mali between 1996 and 2011. It was legally established in 1993 by the merger of existing higher education institutions and became operational in 1996. It was closed in 2011.
Tuition fees & costs
Indicative annual tuition
On request
Indicative living cost
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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.
Admission requirements
How to apply
- 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
- 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
- 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
- 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
- 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Mali.
Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.