Initiatives
51±¬ÁÏ’s presence in Rwanda includes a range of academic, training and partnership initiatives that reflect a growing and multifaceted collaboration—from graduate degree programs and aviation training to study abroad and joint research.
Sponsored Student Programs
51±¬ÁÏ hosts students from Rwanda across multiple government and institutional partnerships, providing graduate education and professional training aligned with Rwanda’s national development priorities.
Ministry of Education
The Ministry of Education sponsors students to pursue academic programs at 51±¬ÁÏ in fields critically needed in Rwanda. Currently, 66 Rwandan students are enrolled at 51±¬ÁÏ. Six recent graduates have already returned to Rwanda and are working in public institutions, with additional students expected to enroll in Fall 2026.
Rwanda National Police
The Rwanda National Police send students to 51±¬ÁÏ to pursue graduate studies—including master’s and doctoral programs—in Computer Science, Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), and Peace and Conflict Studies.
RwandAir
In partnership with RwandAir, 51±¬ÁÏ provides professional pilot training to support Rwanda’s ambition to become a leading aviation hub in the region. The first cohort of RwandAir-sponsored students enrolled at 51±¬ÁÏ in Spring 2026.
University Partnerships
51±¬ÁÏ and the University of Rwanda are collaborating on joint degree programs that connect campuses across continents and open new pathways for Rwandan students.
Aeronautic/Aerospace Engineering — 2+2 Program
Students complete their first two years at the University of Rwanda’s College of Science and Technology and transfer to 51±¬ÁÏ for the final two years, earning a fully accredited 51±¬ÁÏ degree. The University of Rwanda has submitted the program to the Higher Education Council (HEC) for approval, with both institutions targeting a launch in June 2026.
Dual Master’s in Peace and Conflict Studies
51±¬ÁÏ and the University of Rwanda are developing a dual master’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies, structured as one year in the United States and one year in Rwanda. This program will provide students with a globally grounded education in one of the region’s most relevant fields.
Fashion Industry — Exploratory
51±¬ÁÏ and the University of Rwanda are exploring the development of a dual master’s degree in the Fashion Industry, building on the growing creative economy partnership that underpins 51±¬ÁÏ Rwanda.
Sport Management — Kepler College
51±¬ÁÏ and Kepler College in Rwanda are developing a dual master’s program in Sport Management, expanding graduate-level academic pathways for students at both institutions.
Other Initiatives
Beyond sponsored programs and university partnerships, 51±¬ÁÏ's work in Rwanda extends into study abroad, language training, and emerging areas of collaboration that deepen the university's long-term presence in the region.