About

The Université Protestante au Congo has been a pioneer in Congolese higher education since 1959. It has remained independent, survived chaotic political regions, wars and civil strife, and produced highly qualified Congolese leadership and faculty members holding doctoral degrees from Europe and the United States.

As of March 3, 2010, 6,701 students (53% female) are enrolled for the 2009-10 academic year. The enrollments for the various schools are as follows:

• 3,087 students - School of Business and Economics (1478 male, 1609 female)
• 2,692 students - School of Law (1232 male, 1460 female)
• 188 students - School of Theology (151 male, 37 female)
• 734 students - School of Medicine (306 male, 428 female)

The UPC student population is diverse and, although founded by various Protestant denominations, the university welcomes students from any of the world’s major religions – in fact, half the current enrollment is Roman Catholic.

Admission standards exceed those of the national admissions tests and include rigorous university-administered entrance exams. Character references are also required.

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