51³Ô¹ÏÍø Sub-Saharan Africa Center
Advancing partnerships and impact across Sub-Saharan Africa - in Africa and in the United States.
Committed to Academic Excellence
51³Ô¹ÏÍø is an esteemed R1 institution, which is the highest research ranking that Carnegie designates. This makes 51³Ô¹ÏÍø one of the top 146 research universities in the U.S. The prestigious designation affirms 51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s place as an elite research institution and puts our university in the company of Yale or Harvard, yet at an affordable, accessible price point (including scholarships for eligible international students)​​. In addition, Kent is ranked as one of the top-tier Best National Universities by U.S. News & World Report.
Offering more than 300 majors from Bachelor's, Master's to Doctoral degrees, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has 8 campuses spanning Northeast Ohio and several academic centers around the globe - such as New York City, Florence, Geneva, and Paris.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø maintains a leading position in a large range of disciplines, such as architecture, aviation, computer science, business, engineering, fashion, education management, journalism, nursing, and so much more. There’s surely a program that best matches your academic and career goals.
At over 33,000 students, we may seem like a large university, yet there is always a friendly face nearby to help you. Time and again, our 3,000+ international students tell us that they love 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's supportive, welcoming environment and one-of-a-kind learning experiences.
With 116 nationalities on campus, Kent is a place where everyone is celebrated for who they are. But you could say that we’re not complete until you join us. So what are you waiting for? Contact us and apply now!
Meet some of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's students from Rwanda and find out what it's been like for them studying in Kent, Ohio.
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Our center in Kigali, Rwanda is the hub of all activities in Sub-Saharan Africa. If you would like more information about a particular program or have a question, contact our Program Manager in the KSU Rwanda office and he will promptly respond with assistance.
Program Manager for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Sub-Saharan Africa Center, Kigali, Rwanda
Email: pniyonzi@kent.edu
Phone: +250 788 261 446
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About Rwanda - Featured Initiatives
51³Ô¹ÏÍø has a long-standing and expanding partnership in Rwanda—culminating in the formal unveiling of the proposed 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Rwanda on June 19, 2026.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø’s work in Rwanda represents one of the university’s most developed and strategic partnerships in Sub-Saharan Africa, connecting education, industry, government and global collaboration.
