By choosing to begin your application to ALU, you have taken an important step toward a life of purpose, impact, and leadership.
Our admissions process is designed to help us learn more about you, and help you understand exactly what you need to apply successfully.
This guide outlines every stage of the ALU application:
Note: IBT is available only for May and September intakes.
No indirect route before 2024. Under the new policy:
| Document / Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| CV | |
| Letters of recommendation | |
| Standardized test scores | |
| English proficiency test results | |
| Tertiary transcripts or professional diplomas | |
| Additional achievements | |
| Equivalence Certificate | Necessary for applicants educated outside Rwanda; Required before enrollment |
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| Duolingo | 100 |
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 72 |
| TOEFL Essentials | 8 |
| PTE | 54 |
| ALU English Test | 60 |
| SAT Reading/Writing | 560 |
| ACT Reading & English | 22 |
| WAEC/NECO English | C–6 |
| KCSE English | C |
| Cambridge FCE/CAE/CPE | 160 |
| Oxford Test of English | 120 |
| IB English A or B | 5 |
| ZIMSEC A-Level English | C |
| LanguageCert | B2 Pass (all sections) |
| Trinity ISE | ISE II (B2) Pass |
| Pearson International Certificate | Level 3 |
| Michigan ECCE | 650 |
| Michigan ECPE | 600 |
| Michigan MET | 53 |
| South Africa NSC | 50%/60% |
Register on the ALU application portal. You will enter:
Once this is complete, you will receive an email inviting you to begin Stage 1.
You will be redirected to a SurveyMonkey portal.
| Section | Details / Requirements |
|---|---|
| General Details | Preferred intake Expected national exam result date |
| Academic History | Schools attended Curriculum followed Subjects & grades |
| Contextual Information (Optional) | Physical or learning disabilities Humanitarian or refugee status |
| Parent/Guardian Details | Must match passport/ID information |
| Document Uploads | Required documents (listed above) Additional/optional documents (CV, certificates, recommendations, etc.) |
If you indicate interest in financial aid, you will unlock this stage.
| Mastercard Foundation Scholarships. Full-ride scholarship for: | ALU GRANTS |
|---|---|
| Low-income students | Tuition fee waivers (partial) |
| Refugee backgrounds | Granted based on need |
| Students with physical/learning disabilities Candidates must show: Strong leadership potential Clear mission High impact potential | Not repayable |
| Hold for the duration of the study |
Limited scholarship slots per intake.
Applicants not eligible for a scholarship may still be considered for grants.
Confirm interest in financial aid
You must upload evidence for any claims you make.
All documents must be in English, French, or Kinyarwanda (or certified translations).
The final step in the financial aid application process.
You must complete it in one sitting with a stable internet connection.
Once submitted, your application cannot be edited. Admissions Decisions Are Shared Weekly
You still need to submit your Equivalence Certificate before your application can move to conditional/unconditional admission.
You did not meet the minimum entry requirements.
Offered
You have been awarded a scholarship or grant. You must:
You meet the criteria, but must wait for available slots.
If scholarship slots fill, you may still be considered for grants.
Your application did not qualify based on your need and the required documentation. (You may still enroll as a self-funded student.)
The ALU Admissions Team is here to support you throughout your journey.
Visit our Help Center for guidance or technical support any time.
ALU provides higher education for a higher purpose. Our students declare missions, not majors.
They develop the real-world skills to take on the world’s most pressing challenges. And they take ownership of their learning from day one through our peer and student-led approach – because ALU believes in the power and agency of young people to start shaping the future right now.
Together with a world-class faculty and staff, our students are igniting a ripple of positive impact across Africa and the world. Join us and start your journey towards a fulfilling career with our skill-based bachelor studies and degree programs with internships.
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