University of Chittagong

Overview

English Name: University of Chittagong

Founded: 1964

Control Type: Public

World Rank: #1025

Rank in Bangladesh: #12

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Founded in 1964, University of Chittagong is a public institution based in Chittagong, Bangladesh. The institution operates as a higher-education provider, providing higher-education access in Bangladesh.

University of Chittagong's academic profile spans bachelor's and master's programmes, organised across numerous faculties and schools. The institution maintains a catalogue of active programmes for enrolled students.

Position #1025 globally and #12 within Bangladesh captures University of Chittagong's ranking footprint. The institution participates in Bangladesh's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.

Location & Contact

University of Chittagong's campus location, postal address, and the channels students typically use to reach the admissions team. Verified contact points help avoid third-party impersonators.

Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for University of Chittagong are summarised below. These numbers help you size the institution against your shortlist and weigh academic depth alongside programme fit.

Degrees

Also Certificates; Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science

Faculties & Divisions

The faculties at University of Chittagong, and what each one teaches, are organised below for easy browsing. Many faculties also host research centres and outreach activities outside their core teaching.

Programs Offered

Look through University of Chittagong's programmes by level or filter for keywords. Programme-level scholarships exist alongside institution-wide ones; the programme page typically lists them.

How to apply to University of Chittagong

Practical steps to apply to University of Chittagong, suitable as a starting checklist before contacting the admissions team directly.

1. 1
   Identify the right programme

   Use the programme finder to browse University of Chittagong's 16 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

2. 2
   Check entry requirements

   Programme-level requirements at University of Chittagong typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

3. 3
   Prepare your application documents

   Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

4. 4
   Submit via the institution

   University of Chittagong processes applications through www.cu.ac.bd. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

5. 5
   Get in touch with admissions

   Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at 88-031-2606014. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Chittagong

Concise answers to the most-searched questions about University of Chittagong, useful as a quick orientation before exploring the rest of the profile.

Top-Ranked Universities in Bangladesh

Below are the highest-ranked universities in Bangladesh — natural comparison points for University of Chittagong. Top institutions in Bangladesh typically have the strongest international recognition and graduate-school placement.

MA

Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University

Dhaka · Public · Rank #651

SO

Southeast University

Dhaka · Private · Rank #678

UN

University of Dhaka

Dhaka · Public · Rank #744

Islamic University

Kushtia · Public · Rank #751

SY

Sylhet Agricultural University

Bagbari Sylhet · Public · Rank #767

Faculties at Nearby Universities

Below are universities sharing regional libraries and consortia with University of Chittagong. Library reciprocity and shared databases can extend research access beyond what any single institution offers alone.

Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology

Chittagong · Public · Rank #1051

International Islamic University Chittagong

Chittagong · Private · Rank #1098

PO

Port City International University

Chittagong · Private · Est. 2012

SO

Southern University Bangladesh

Chittagong · Private · Est. 1998

CH

Chittagong Veterinary and Animal Sciences University

Chittagong · Public · Est. 1996

Where Else to Study Natural Sciences

Alumni outcomes data publication varies across Natural Sciences programmes in Bangladesh. Where available, post-grad employment and salary data is the best signal of programme quality beyond marketing claims.

PA

Patuakhali Science and Technology University

Patuakali · Public · Rank #966

Pabna University of Science and Technology

Pabna · Public · Rank #1069

HA

Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University

Dinajpur · Public · Rank #1332

SH

Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University

Dhaka · Public · Rank #2569

Daffodil International University

Dhaka · Private · Rank #2682

Universities Often Compared with University of Chittagong

Selectivity rates (acceptance percentage) cluster around University of Chittagong for the peer institutions below. Selectivity is one of the more stable signals of institutional positioning over time.