Tonga National University ('Univesiti Fakafonua 'a Tonga)
Nuku'alofa, Tonga
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
- 2,000
- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
Established by an act of parliament in 2021, Tonga National University (TNU) was formed through the integration of several existing government higher education institutes including teacher education, health science, agriculture, and maritime polytechnic colleges. TNU consists of 4 faculties and 12 schools, delivering certificate, diploma, bachelor's, and postgraduate programs.
Fields of study
- Education
- Nursing and Health Sciences
- Agriculture
- Business and Technology
- Computer Science
- Trades and Vocational Training
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
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- Application deadlines
- January/February for Semester 1
- 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
TOP 1,000 – TOP 3,500
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.