Introduction to William V. S. Tubman University:

Introduction

William V. S. Tubman University is a well-known public university in Liberia, located in Harper, Maryland, named after William Tubman, the 19th President of Liberia.

Overview

Established in 1978 as William V. S. Tubman Institute of Technology, upgraded to a university in 2009.

Institutional nature: public university.

Student size: about 1,195 undergraduates (2015 data).

Course settings: undergraduate courses in agriculture, education, engineering, health sciences, management, arts and sciences, etc.

History

The school was established in 1978 as William V. S. Tubman Institute of Technology, initially offering associate degrees in architecture, civil engineering, electrical engineering, electronics and mechanical engineering.

In 1990, the college was accredited to offer a Bachelor of Science degree in these fields, but it closed shortly after the outbreak of the First Liberian Civil War.

In 2008, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf reopened the college and appointed Dr. Elizabeth Davis Russell as the school's first female president.

In April 2009, Sirleaf signed a bill to elevate Tubman College to university status, and the newly renamed and renovated university opened on September 14.

School Strength

Faculty: It has a faculty of experienced professors and experts who provide high-quality teaching and guidance to students.

Teaching Facilities: The school has teaching facilities such as libraries, laboratories, and computer centers, providing students with a good learning environment.

Educational Philosophy

Committed to cultivating talents with innovative spirit and practical ability, focusing on the all-round development of students, and emphasizing academic excellence and social responsibility.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines

Key Disciplines: Agriculture, Engineering, Health Sciences, etc. are the school's advantageous disciplines.

Key Laboratories: There is currently no public information mentioning the school's key laboratories.

Faculty

The school has six colleges, namely the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Engineering and Technology, the College of Health Sciences, the College of Management and Administration, and the College of Arts and Sciences.

Ranking

In the 2024 UniRank World University Rankings, it ranks 12851st in the world and 6th in Liberia.

Expenses

Tuition fees per semester range from 350 to 400 euros.

Campus Environment

The campus is located in Harper Town, with a beautiful campus environment and green trees. The school's teaching facilities and living facilities are complete, meeting the daily needs of students.