Top 20 Universities in Zambia

Explore Zambias leading universities, where dreams grow, futures shine, and students are empowered with the knowledge and skills to shape a better tomorrow.

University of Zambia University of Zambia University of Zambia
1. University of Zambia

Excellence in Education Since 1965


Zambia's oldest and largest university, established in 1965, offering programs in arts, sciences, engineering, and health. Motto: "SERVICE AND EXCELLENCE."

30,000+
Students
Established
1965
Copperbelt University Copperbelt University Copperbelt University
2. Copperbelt University

Knowledge Meets Service


Located in Kitwe, Zambia's second largest public university, established in 1987. Emphasizes practical application of knowledge.

15,000+
Students
Established
1987
University of Lusaka University of Lusaka University of Lusaka
3. University of Lusaka

Innovative Private Education


Private university established in 2007, offering undergraduate, masters, and doctoral programs across multiple disciplines.

14,000+
Students
Established
2007
Cavendish University Zambia Cavendish University Zambia Cavendish University Zambia
4. Cavendish University Zambia

Success Begins at Cavendish


Private university in Lusaka offering programs in business, law, health sciences, and IT. Established in 2004 with over 5,500 students.

5,500+
Students
Established
2004
Mulungushi University Mulungushi University Mulungushi University
5. Mulungushi University

Pursuing Knowledge Frontiers


Public university established in 2008, offering diverse degree, diploma, and certificate programs to 14,000 students.

14,000+
Students
Established
2008
Texila American University Zambia Texila American University Zambia Texila American University Zambia
6. Texila American University Zambia

Affordable Quality Education


Private medical and professional university established in 2016, offering undergraduate, masters, and PhD programs to 4,500 students.

4,500+
Students
Established
2016
Information and Communication University Information and Communication University Information and Communication University
7. Information and Communication University

Leading ICT Education


ICT focused university established in 1998, offering full time and distance programs to 3,000 students.

3,000+
Students
Established
1998
Northrise University Northrise University Northrise University
8. Northrise University

Excellence and Spiritual Growth


Private Christian university founded in 2003 with 2,000 students, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

2,000+
Students
Established
2003
Rusangu University Rusangu University Rusangu University
9. Rusangu University

Education for Service


Co-educational university established in 2002 with 3,000 students, focusing on moral and academic development.

3,000+
Students
Established
2002
Kwame Nkurumah University Kwame Nkurumah University Kwame Nkurumah University
10. Kwame Nkurumah University

Teaching for Excellence


Public university in Kabwe established in 1967 with 6,000+ students. Known for strong education programs and expanding capacity toward 17,000 students.

6,000+
Students
Established
1967
ZCAS University ZCAS University ZCAS University
11. ZCAS University

Aspire, Acquire, Prosper


Business, ICT, and social sciences focused university founded in 1989. Offers flexible learning modes with a student population of 5,000+.

5,000+
Students
Established
1989
African Christian University African Christian University African Christian University
12. African Christian University

Growing in Grace and Knowledge


Liberal arts Christian-based institution founded in 2008, offering 4-year degree programs with emphasis on character, leadership, and service. Student population approximately 3,000.

3,000+
Students
Established
2008
Twin Palm Leadership University Twin Palm Leadership University Twin Palm Leadership University
13. Twin Palm Leadership University

Raising Informed Leaders


Private institution in Chikankata established in 2002 offering programs in education, agriculture, theology, and business. Approximately 2,000 students enrolled.

2,000+
Students
Established
2002
Lusaka Apex Medical University Lusaka Apex Medical University Lusaka Apex Medical University
14. Lusaka Apex Medical University

Excellence in Medical Training


Private medical university founded in 2008 focused on training health professionals. Enrolls more than 3,000 students in various medical programs.

3,000+
Students
Established
2008
Gideon Robert University Gideon Robert University Gideon Robert University
15. Gideon Robert University

Transform Your Future


Private university established in 2010 offering programs from certificate to PhD/DBA levels. One of the fastest-growing institutions with over 10,000 students.

10,000+
Students
Established
2010
Mukuba University Mukuba University Mukuba University
16. Mukuba University

Education Freedom Responsibility


Public university established in 1974 to train teachers in STEM fields. Offers programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, serving over 4,000 students.

4,000+
Students
Established
1974
DMI-St. Eugene University DMI-St. Eugene University DMI-St. Eugene University
17. DMI-St. Eugene University

Empowering Education for Africa


Private university established in 2007 offering diplomas, bachelors, and masters programs. Enrolls over 2,000 students and focuses on practical, employable skills.

2,000+
Students
Established
2007
Justo Mwale University Justo Mwale University Justo Mwale University
18. Justo Mwale University

Focused on Faith


Faith-based university established in 2008 in Lusaka. Offers accredited higher education degrees and serves over 61,000 students, promoting a Christ-centered learning environment.

61,914
Students
Established
2008
Livingstone International University Livingstone International University Livingstone International University
19. Livingstone International University of Tourism Excellence and Business Management

Tourism Business Excellence


Private university established in 2010 offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in tourism, business, and community development. Has over 5,000 students and emphasizes excellence and community engagement.

5,000+
Students
Established
2010
Zambia Catholic University Zambia Catholic University Zambia Catholic University
20. Zambia Catholic University

The Truth Shall Set You Free


Private Christian university founded in 2008, offering certificates, diplomas, bachelor's, and postgraduate programs across various faculties. Serves over 5,000 students with a commitment to academic and personal formation.

5,000+
Students
Founded
2008

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