Education in Rwanda

As of December 2015, there were 34 institutions of higher education in Rwanda, 11 public and 23 private. In 2013, the government of Rwanda merged all public universities, leading to one public university, the University of Rwanda, with six colleges.

The University of Rwanda has the following colleges:

• College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine (CAVM)

• College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS)

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)

• College of Education (CE)

• College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS)

• College of Science and Technology (CST)

There are also several private universities in Rwanda, including the University of Kigali, the African Leadership University, and the Carnegie Mellon University Rwanda.

Rwanda operates on a 6-3-3-4 school system, that is to say six years for primary school, three years for ordinary level (junior secondary school), three years for advanced level (senior secondary school) and four years for university bachelor’s degree. The official languages of instruction used in the Rwandan education system are Kinyarwanda, which is used in primary school from P1-P3, and English, which is used from P4 through university.

More information will be her visit: Top Universities in Rwanda | 2023 University Ranking | uniRank (4icu.org)

Student entry Visa to Rwanda

Most of African Countries & arab Countries they dont need to go to embassy and apply for student or Tourist pre-Visa for entering Rwanda such as (Sudan, Uganda, Kenya, Republic of Cango, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Egypt, Somalia, Liyba,Yemen, Syria, etc..) They can get it online or onve arrival, they can apply online easily.

In Case of students from countries required entry visa to Rwanda they should prepare and follow this:

To apply for a student visa to study in Rwanda, you need to follow these steps:

• Acceptance Letter: Obtain a letter of acceptance from a recognized educational institution in Rwanda demonstrating that you have been offered a place on a full-time course of study.

• Sufficient Funds: You must be able to demonstrate evidence of enough funds to support yourself in the country.

• Course Fees: It must be shown that the course fees have been paid in full.

• Private Medical Insurance: Arrange private medical insurance and provide documentary evidence of this.

• Intention to Return: It must be your demonstrable intention to return to your own country at the end of your period of study.

• Apply for Authorization: Apply at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for authorization for your Student Visa.

• Apply for Visa: If the Ministry of Foreign Affairs authorizes the visa, you can then apply at one of the Embassies or Consulates of Rwanda near you.When applying for the visa, you will need to submit the following documents:

• Proof of authorization from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (e.g., Visa Authorization Number)

• Your Birth Certificate

• Your high school diploma or other previous academic qualifications

• A medical report issued by a certified medical practitioner which states you are not infected with any contagious diseases. The report must have been issued within the last three months.

• Police clearance, issued within the last six months

• If you are under the age of : Authorization to travel from your parent(s) or legal guardian(s).

  Please note that the processing time for the application can take from one to seven days, although it may take longer depending on the specific Embassy/Consulate. After your application has been processed, you can pick up your visa during the pick-up hour.

Once you have arrived and registered in your University you can start Resident permit easily

Please note this information can be changed please check: Rwanda Visa Types, Requirements, and Application (visaguide.world), and also you can visit Ministry of  Foreign Affairs, Rwanda website

Living & Cost in Rwanda

Living in Rwanda can be a unique and rewarding experience. The country is known for its breathtaking scenery, often referred to as ‘le pays des mille collines’ (French: ‘land of a thousand hills’). The capital city, Kigali, is known for its cleanliness and safety, and is considered one of the most livable cities in Africa.

Rwanda has a temperate to subtropical climate, with two rainy seasons and two dry seasons each year. This makes it a great place for outdoor activities, such as hiking and wildlife viewing.

The official languages are Kinyarwanda, French, English, and Swahili, so it’s a great place to learn a new language or practice one you already know. The people of Rwanda are known for their hospitality and friendliness

Cost of Living

Here is the full budget breakdown of monthly expenses for students and families in Rwanda for a month.

Budget details include basic expenses only

Prices are in dollars a Prices may vary depending on the person’s spending

Monthly budget for the student (individual - girl and boy)

• The rent for a one-room apartment is $250-$350

• The rent for a two-room apartment is $450-$550

• The rent for a three-bedroom apartment is $600-$700

• The rent for a four-room apartment is $750-$850

• Monthly living (food and drink): $150-$200

• Monthly transportation is $25-$30

• Monthly internet is $25

• Electricity and water bill is $40

• University housing, if available, $100-$200

• Other expenses for the student

• Most university books and tools are PDF, but $50

Monthly budget for families, example (a family of 5 members).

• The rent for a four-room apartment is $450-$850

• Monthly living (food and drink): $200-$300

• Monthly transportation for family and students: $150-$200

• Monthly internet is $50

• Electricity and water bill is $100

• Other expenses

• University books and tools: $100

Information that will benefit you

• Rwanda is a country where you will find psychological comfort because the population is peaceful, the country is very safe and clean, and the weather is moderate throughout the year.

• Regarding job opportunities, frankly, they are very, very few unless you have very strong qualifications.

• It is very easy to open a project in Rwanda, but be smart, because projects there need more patience and effort.

• Universities in Rwanda, not only in the capital, are distributed in the cities as well, and they are cheaper and better.

• There are many and varied English language institutes, private and government, and we will choose the best institutes for you.

• You speak a lot of English, and this will help you learn faster

• Advice for any student who wants to travel and study there: I strongly advise you to first travel from now on to study the English language. Believe me, it will make a big difference with you, whether a university or high school student, or even families.

• The number of Sudanese there is very large, so do not worry that you will live far away and not meet the people of your country.

• Private universities are very expensive and their prices start from 3 thousand dollars up to 15 thousand dollars, and we are in the list that we sent to you in which the private university is the cheapest.

  
  

Air tickets from Sudan to Rwanda range from $560 (roundtrip) to $600 (roundtrip)

Note Prices are changable for more Information you can visit::Cost of Living in Rwanda: prices in 8 cities compared [2023] (livingcost.org)

Tourism in Rwanda

Rwanda, known as the ‘land of a thousand hills’, offers unique experiences in one of the most remarkable countries in the world1. It is blessed with extraordinary biodiversity, with incredible wildlife living throughout its volcanoes, montane rainforest, and sweeping plains. Here are some popular travel destinations:

• Kigali: The capital and largest city of Rwanda, Kigali is the cultural and economic center of the country. It is famous for relaxation and retreat, shopping, and food and drink.

• Gisenyi: A city located in the Rubavu district of Western Rwanda, Gisenyi is a border city with the Democratic Republic of the Congo and is near Lake Kivu. It is famous for relaxation and retreat, nature and wildlife, and shopping.

• Volcanoes National Park: Located in the heart of Central Africa, this park is home to mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, and much more.

• Akagera National Park: This park is located in the north-east of Rwanda along the border with Tanzania.

• Nyungwe Forest National Park: One of the world’s most beautiful and oldest rainforest in Africa.

Rwanda is committed to safeguarding their environment and has banned plastic bags since 2008. Ten percent of the income derived from gorilla, safari, and other tourist permits, as well as park fees, is spent in partnership with local communities to change lives for the better.

The World Bank reported that in 2019, the number of arrivals in Rwanda was 1,634,000, making it the biggest year so https://www.visitrwanda.com/tourism/ar for Rwandan tourism. The tourism industry in Rwanda is driven by a mix of business and leisure tourism and is well known in the region for conservation and eco-tourism.

More and more about Tourism in Rwandw here : https://www.visitrwanda.com/tourism/ar