North South University

North South University (NSU) is a private research university in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

North South University (NSU), the first private university in Bangladesh, was established in 1992 by the Foundation for Promotion of Education and Research (FPER). It was founded by a group of eminent industrialists, prominent patrons of education, notable philanthropists, widely experienced academics, and senior civil servants. NSU is accredited by the Bangladesh University Grants Commission (UGC) and is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).

NSU has a strong commitment to research and innovation. It has established several research centers and institutes, including the Institute of Information Technology and the Institute of Business Administration. NSU faculty members are actively involved in research and have published their work in leading international journals and conferences.

North South University (NSU) has a vibrant and active student life. The university has over 50 student clubs and organizations that cater to a wide range of interests, including sports, arts and culture, social service, and professional development.

NSU is a dynamic and growing university. It is committed to providing its students with a world-class education and to contributing to the social and economic development of Bangladesh.

North South University is ranked as the #3 top university in Bangladesh during 2026. This is the same rank as last year.

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Ranking	2026 #3
University Name	North South University
Name in Local Language	নর্থসাউথ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়
Acronym	NSU
Year Established	1992
Motto in English	Center of Excellence in Higher Education
Governing Type	Private (Not for Profit)
Student Body	Co-education
Highest Degree	Doctorate
Campus Type	Urban
Colors	Blue and white

Location

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Address	Plot 15, Block B, Bashundhara, Dhaka, Bangladesh

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Phone	+880 (2) 885 2000
Fax	+880 (2) 885 2016
Website
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Accepts International Students	Yes
Student Body	Men and Women

Programs and Courses

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	Bachelor's Degrees	Master's Degrees	Doctorate Degrees	Diplomas
Arts & Humanities	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Business & Social Sciences			n/a	n/a
Engineering			n/a	n/a
Language & Cultural Studies			n/a	n/a
Medicine & Health			n/a	n/a
Science & Technology			n/a	n/a

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Ranking History

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