National University of Samoa
To'omatagi (Apia), Samoa
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 3,500
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
The National University of Samoa (NUS), established in 1984, is the principal public university in Samoa, located on the Le Papaigalagala campus in Apia. NUS comprises multiple faculties and institutes offering certificates, diplomas, foundation certificates, bachelor's degrees, master's, and PhD programs in Samoan language and culture, arts, business, education, nursing, medicine, and science.
Fields of study
- Samoan Studies
- Arts
- Business and Entrepreneurship
- Education
- Health Science / Nursing
- Science
- Technology / TVET
- Medicine
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- —
- Application deadlines
- January for Semester 1, July for Semester 2
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
WST 1,200 – WST 4,500
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.