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University of Belize

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University Overview

Founded in 2000, the University of Belize is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Belmopan (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Cayo. This institution also has a branch campus in Belize City. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of Belize, University of Belize (UB) is a small-sized (Buydiploma enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Belizean higher education institution. University of Belize (UB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the Buydiploma degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 23-year-old Belizean higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Belizean higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Identity

Name:University of Belize
Acronym:UB
Founded:2000
Motto:Education Empowers A Nation
Colours:Purple and gold
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University Location

Address:University Boulevard Belmopan Cayo Belize
Tel:+501 822 3680
Fax: +501 822 1107
Other locations:Belize City

Study Areas and Degree Levels

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

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University of Belize's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Belize is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of Belize

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2000


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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