Quick Summary
North South University, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, is a private that has shaped higher education since 1992. Ranked #851-900 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 22000 students including 1.5% from outside Bangladesh. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Computer Science and Information Systems, Economics and Econometrics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
North South University is the first private university in Bangladesh and consistently ranks as the top-ranked private institution in the country, offering North American standard education and ACBSP-accredited business programs.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesComputer Science and Information SystemsEconomics and Econometrics
Founded1992
TypePrivate
Total Students22000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio32
CampusUrban
Campus Size5.5 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationACBSP,IEB,UGC Bangladesh,Pharmacy Council of Bangladesh
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#851-900
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601โ800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Business Administration,BSc in Computer Science and Engineering,Bachelor of Pharmacy,Bachelor of Architecture,BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering,MA in English,MBA,Executive MBA,Master of Public Health
Programs
Not Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Genome Research Institute,NSU Public Health Institute,Center for Peace Studies,South Asian Institute of Policy and Governance
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ACBSP,IEB,UGC Bangladesh,Pharmacy Council of Bangladesh
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1200
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
A strong performance in Mathematics and English on the NSU Admission Test is required. Candidates with an SAT score of 1200 or above may be exempted from the written test.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Bangladeshi Taka
UG Tuition
เงณ330,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
Living Cost
เงณ300,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
PG Tuition
เงณ370,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
Application Fee
$15
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
เงณ631,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท BDT
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Business Administration,BSc in Computer Science and Engineering,Bachelor of Pharmacy,Bachelor of Architecture,BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering,MA in English,MBA,Executive MBA,Master of Public Health programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| BSc in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| BSc in Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,500
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
GrameenphoneUnileverBritish American TobaccoStandard CharteredPathao
Notable Alumni
Zunaid Ahmed Palak,Niaz Morshed,Shakib Khan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Not Available
Sports Facilities
Indoor Gymnasium,Table Tennis Hall,Basketball Court
Student Clubs
NSU Art & Photography Club,NSU Debate Club,NSU Business Club,NSU Computer Club,NSU Model UN Club
Library Resources
The NSU library is the first fully automated university library in Bangladesh, offering access to major global research databases including JSTOR, IEEE Xplore, and Emerald.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available