Makerere University
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Global #988
Uganda #1
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1922
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 40,000 students
- Website
- https://www.mak.ac.ug/
About
Makerere University is a higher education institution in Uganda, founded in 1922. Recognized as ranked among the top 1,000 universities worldwide, it is the top-ranked university in Uganda. The university has approximately 40K students, a member of Global D-Tier (World 501-1000) and Top 30 Universities in Africa.
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #1001 · Ranked | — |
| THE | 2026 | THE #923 · Ranked | 36.86 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #988 · Ranked | 76.75 |
Research Output via OpenAlex
308
h-index
1,617,299
Citations
39,705
Publications
30,642
i10-index
1.47
Mean Citedness
Tier Memberships
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Motto
"We build for the future"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Makerere University's global ranking?
Makerere University is ranked #988 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within Uganda, it holds the #1 position.
When was Makerere University founded?
Makerere University was founded in 1922, making it 104 years old. It is one of the established institutions in Uganda.
How many students attend Makerere University?
Makerere University has a student body of approximately 40,000 students.
What is Makerere University's research output?
Makerere University has produced 39,705 research publications with 1,617,299 total citations and an h-index of 308, according to OpenAlex data.