History
The University of Zambia (UNZA) was established by Act of Parliament No. 66 of 1965. The first intake of students took place on 17th March 1966. The motto of the University, SERVICE AND EXCELLENCE has guided the development of the University since its inception.
Library services
The University of Zambia Library consists of three libraries in different physical locations, namely, UNZA Main Library, School of Veterinary Medicine Library and the School of Medicine Library.
Campus life
UNZA is situated in Lusaka on two campuses. The main campus is the Great East Road Campus and it is situated on the Great East Road, 6km from the town centre. The other campus is the Ridgeway Campus catering for the Medical School. It is situated on John Mbita Road, 4km South East of Lusaka, opposite the University Teaching Hospital.
University of Zambia Overview
University of Zambia Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 13.4% Zambia
Top 25% Worldwide
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Best Global Universities Rankings
1402
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 238 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 725 | 1164 | 1402 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
1501
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1201 | - | 1501 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
University of Zambia Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Zambia Country
Lusaka City
University of Zambia Student Reviews & Awards
4.1
Based on 82 reviews
- 5 Star 33 Reviews
- 4 Star 35 Reviews
- 3 Star 8 Reviews
- 2 Star 2 Reviews
- 1 Star 4 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.2
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.2
- Admission Process 4.3
- Career Development 4.1
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Not yet started because of luck of financial services
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My journey at the university of zambia
My stay at unza has been very pleasant. What i like about the university is the calm environment and serenity. The library is classic with upto date materials. Overall i just lobe
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