Who We Are
We are a leading national, regional and global hub for academic and professional excellence.
Nkumba University is one of the largest private universities in East Africa. It was granted a
Charter by the Government of Uganda in 2006. We are a non-profit, non-denominational institution
providing an enabling environment for students to achieve competence, creativity, confidence and
character so as to think critically and act responsibly in an increasingly competitive national and
global environment.
Applications for our next intake are currently open
The Academic Registrar, Nkumba University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, and all international students for Undergraduate programmes for this year’s August Intake. Presently, there are three avenues of entry to the University. These are: The Direct Entry Scheme, The Diploma Holders Entry Scheme and the Mature Age
What our alumni say
“My time at campus was a success – really. I was given a full scholarship because of my talent in sports. I also went on to discover more of my talents for instance in design and later professional modeling.”
Beatrice Aol | International Model
Bachelor of Fashion and Textile Design | Class of 2017
Recent News & Events
Farming journalist: A tale of Intertwining paths
Chrispus Kamusiime, a third year Bs. Journalism student at Nkumba University, grew up in Mitooma district – Western Uganda. He is the first... read more
Chasing a dream: The Inspirational Story of Beatrice Aol
My name is Beatrice Aol, an alumnus of Nkumba University - Class of 2017. I pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion and Textile Design,... read more
Call for Applications
The Academic Registrar, Nkumba University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, and all international students for Undergraduate programmes for this year’s August Intake. Undergraduate Admission... read more
Nkumba University VC gives Preventive Measures to fight Covid-19
Our Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Wilson Muyinda Mande, gives some tips on how to reduce the spread of the coronavirus in a bit to fight COVID-19. 1.... read more