Independent University of Angola

Independent University of Angola operates as a private university in Luanda which people refer to as Universidade Independente de Angola. The university functions as a major private educational institution which provides academic programs that lead to different degrees in the Morro Bento II area of the Angolan capital. The university's urban campus operates as an educational center which connects students with Luanda's social activities and economic activities to create a space for professional development which meets the requirements of developing countries.

The university was officially established on June 2, 2004, emerging during a period of rapid expansion in Angola’s higher education sector following the end of the long-standing civil war. The founders established the educational institution to offer high-quality private education which would be accessible to all Angolian youth who wanted to better their lives after the country emerged from civil conflict. UnIA has developed into a medium-sized educational institution through its two decades of operation which started with specialized programs and now serves as a vital component for Angola's national development which focuses on building both technical and educational resources.

Independent University of Angola is ranked as the #3 top university in Angola during 2026.