University of Guyana: Statistics
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| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| # 4760 of 14,131 | In the World |
| # 329 of 1,757 | In Latin America |
| # 1 of 9 | In Guyana |
| # 1958 of 2,692 | For Forestry |
| Top 1-3 | For 11 other topics |
Quick Review
Acceptance rate
80%
Enrollment
8,601
Average SAT
907
Average ACT
21
Languages
English
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Public-private partnership
Highest Degree
Bachelor
Website
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 80% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Three subjects at the GCE Advanced Level plus two subjects at CXC General Proficiency/GCE Ordinary Level or two subjects at the GCE Advanced Level plus three subject at the CXC/CSEC General Proficiency/ GCE Ordinary Level in both case English and in some case Mathematics must be among the subjects obtained. A minimum of five CXC/CSEC General Proficiency (Grades I, II or III)/ five passes at GCE 'O' Level at ONE sitting, including English Language, the subject(s) required for the pursuit of the major, where applicable, and Mathematics for designated programmes. Or a minimum of 6 CXC/CSEC General Proficiency( Grades I, II or III)/ six passes at the GCE 'O' Level at not more than two sittings, including English Language, the subject(s) required for the pursuit of the major, where applicable, and Mathematics for designated programmes |
| Academic Calendar | September to May (September - December; February-May) |
| Enrollment | 8,601 |
We've calculated the 80% acceptance rate for University of Guyana based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Tuition
Below is the standard credit pricing for the various degree levels offered at University of Guyana.
| Degree Level | Cost Per Credit |
|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 1,749 CR |
| Bachelor Program | 1,950 CR |
| Master Program | 2,149 CR |
| Ph.D. / Doctoral | 2,850 CR |
Final tuition fees may vary based on specific department requirements, residency status, and selected elective courses. Please contact the admissions office for a detailed financial breakdown.
University of Guyana faculties and divisions
Explore the various academic institutes, schools, and campuses that make up University of Guyana.
Campus : Berbice
Accountancy
Agriculture
Biology
Education
English
History
Marketing
Natural Sciences
Public Administration
Social Work
Faculty : Agriculture and Forestry
Agriculture
Forestry
Faculty : Earth and Environmental Sciences
Environmental Studies
Geography
Faculty : Education and Humanities
Caribbean Studies
Cultural Studies
Curriculum
Educational Administration
History
Modern Languages
Teacher Training
Faculty : Engineering and Technology
Architecture
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Geological Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Petroleum and Gas Engineering
Faculty : Medical Sciences
Behavioural Sciences
Dentistry
Health Sciences
Medicine
Nursing
Pharmacy
Faculty : Natural Sciences
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Statistics
Faculty : Social Sciences
Communication Studies
Economics
Government
International Relations and Diplomacy
Law
Social Sciences
Sociology
Institute : Distance and Continuing Education
Communication Studies
Criminology
Developmental Psychology
English
Hygiene
Industrial Management
International Relations and Diplomacy
Management
Marketing
Mathematics
Nutrition
Occupational Health
Preschool Education
Primary Education
Public Relations
Secretarial Studies
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Institute : Gender Studies
Gender Studies
School : Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation
Accountancy
Business Administration
Finance
Management
Marketing
Tourism
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Guyana.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | No | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | No | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | No | No |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | Yes | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate
Air Transport
Computer Science
Caribbean Examinations Council Associate Degree
Air Transport
Anthropology
Biology
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Geology
History
Industrial Engineering
Information Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Music
Performing Arts
Petroleum and Gas Engineering
Bachelor's Degree
Accountancy
Air Transport
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Criminology
Dentistry
Educational Administration
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Management
Finance
Food Science
Geological Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Information Technology
Laboratory Techniques
Law
Management
Marketing
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Medicine
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Optometry
Physical Therapy
Physics
Primary Education
Psychology
Public Health
Radiology
Rehabilitation and Therapy
Secondary Education
Social and Community Services
Speech Therapy and Audiology
Surgery
Tourism
Graduate Diploma
Education
Master's Degree
Agricultural Business
Agricultural Engineering
Biology
Clinical Psychology
Communication Studies
Curriculum
Educational Administration
Educational Testing and Evaluation
Energy Engineering
Environmental Management
Environmental Studies
Forestry
Literacy Education
Preschool Education
Public Health
Regional Planning
Social Work
Town Planning
Graduate Research Degree / PhD
Agriculture
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Forestry
Natural Sciences
Research profile
University of Guyana has published 1,449 scientific papers with 15,553 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Ecology, Geography and Cartography, Political Science, Chemistry, Engineering, and Sociology.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
8 Notable alumni
1. Moses Nagamootoo
2001-. (aged 25)
writer
novelist
lawyer
politician
The Hon. Moses Veerasammy Nagamootoo MP is a Guyanese politician, writer and novelist who served as the Prime Minister of Guyana under former President David A. Granger from May 2015 to August 2020.
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2. Donald Ramotar
1950-. (aged 76)
politician
economist
Donald Rabindranauth Ramotar is a Guyanese politician who was President of Guyana from 2011 to 2015. He was also the General Secretary of the People's Progressive Party (PPP) from 1997 to 2013.
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3. Sandra Granger
1947-. (aged 79)
politician
Sandra Marie Granger is a retired Guyanese academic and civil servant who was the First Lady of Guyana, as the wife of President David A. Granger.
4. Carolyn Rodrigues
1973-. (aged 53)
politician
Carolyn Allison Rodrigues-Birkett is a Guyanese politician who was appointed Permanent Representative of Guyana to the United Nations in 2020. She previously served as Director of the Food and Agriculture Organization Liaison Office in Geneva from 2017 to 2020 and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guyana from 2008 to 2015.
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All 8 notable alumni
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