St. Mary's University College
Juba, South Sudan
Juba, South Sudan
Catholic Higher Education in South Sudan
Empowering South Sudan's future through faith-based education in Rehabilitation Sciences, Education, Human Development, and Economics since 2009.
St. Mary's University College was officially launched on April 15, 2009 by Late H.G. Paulino Lukudu Loro, Metropolitan Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Juba. The institution began as a collaboration between the Archdiocese and OVCI (Usratuna), an Italian organization dedicated to rehabilitation services.
Today, we comprise four schools offering degree programs in Rehabilitation Sciences, Education, Human Development, and Economics & Administrative Sciences. We are proud to have witnessed eight successful graduations, producing professionals who serve South Sudan across various sectors.
Learn Our StoryFour distinguished schools offering programs designed to meet South Sudan's critical professional needs.
Est. 2009 with OVCI (Usratuna). Training physiotherapy specialists. 86 continuing students.
Learn MoreEst. 2012 with AVSI support. Science & Arts departments. 150+ graduates to date.
Learn MoreEst. 2019. BA in Public Admin, Development Studies & Social Work. 82 graduates.
Learn MoreStarting 2026! BSc in Business Admin, Accounting & Finance, Banking & Insurance.
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"To provide quality Catholic higher education that forms competent, compassionate professionals committed to serving the people of South Sudan."
Grounded in Catholic values under the Archdiocese of Juba
Collaborating with OVCI, AVSI, and numerous clinical partners
8 successful graduations producing skilled professionals
Join a community dedicated to faith, learning, and service. Applications are now open for the upcoming academic year.
We are grateful to our partners who make our mission possible
Usratuna - Italian Organization
People for Development
Founding Institution
Ministry of Health • Ministry of Gender and Social Welfare • Usratuna Children Rehabilitation Centre • ICRC • Juba Teaching Hospital • Juba Military Hospital • Grace Physiotherapy Centre • PRRC-Mauna • AL Baraka Medical Complex • Juba Main Prison • Juba Orphans Home • El Shaba Children Hospital
Italian Bishops Conference (CEI) • Lutheran World Federation • Windle Trust International • Society of Don Bosco • Solidarietà Nel Mondo ONG (Camaiore, Italy)