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Kathmandu University

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University Overview

Established in 1991, the Kathmandu University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Dhulikhel (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Bagmati Pradesh. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of Nepal, Kathmandu University (KU) is a small-sized (Buydiploma enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Nepalese higher education institution. Kathmandu University (KU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the Buydiploma degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 33-year-old Nepalese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Nepalese higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KU 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:Kathmandu University
Acronym:KU
Founded:1991
Motto:Quality Education for Leadership
Colours:Blue and yellow
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University Location

Address:PO Box 6250 Dhulikhel 45200 Bagmati Pradesh Nepal
Tel:+977 (11) 415 100
Fax:+977 (11) 415 011

Study Areas and Degree Levels

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

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Kathmandu University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Kathmandu University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of Nepal

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1991
 

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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