Cavendish University Zambia (CUZ) extends a warm welcome to you, as an international student. We invite you to become an active member of the CUZ community. CUZ is proud to mention that, you are joining a University that is young, quality-oriented and was built on the footholds of self-reliance, integrity, responsibility, excellence, respect and innovation, all of which are values it shares with the cities it operates in.
As an international student, you have the chance of a life time to obtain a well-rounded education that exceeds the academic arena. You are now part of an institution that upholds excellence in all facets of its life and work.
Your presence at CUZ is highly valued and you contribute to the cultural diversity and academic enrichment which are the hallmarks of international integration. We believe that you will find your stay friendly, hospitable, enjoyable and enriching both socially and academically. You are welcome.
All International students, including those with refugee status and one ordinarily resident in Zambia, should, upon being accepted to study at Cavendish University Zambia, apply for a student Permit before travel to Zambia, if outside Zambia at the point of acceptance.
Applications should be lodged with the Head Office of Zambia Immigration Lusaka or through the agency of the Zambian Mission in their Republic or Monarch if immigration services are provided. Students are urged to visit the Immigration website at https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/ to get the necessary guide.
Applications should be lodged with the Head Office of Zambia Immigration Lusaka or through the agency of the Zambian Mission in their Republic or Monarch if immigration services are provided. Students are urged to visit the Immigration website to get the necessary guide. The estimated cost of the study permit is K6,820 and the dollar equivalent rate can be checked on the Bank of Zambia website.
Medical examinations relevant for processing of a study permit and for enrolment (in case of Medical / Nursing and Midwifery students) should be done at a Public Hospital in Zambia and not in the country of origin. In this regard, students facing challenges to complete the application for study permit processes in their countries, are advised to travel to Lusaka, at a time coinciding with commencement of the respective semester, and at the port of entry, apply for a business visa. Business visas are valid for 30 days, providing students with enough time to complete the student visa process. The study permit can later be applied for while in Zambia but within the period of validity of the business visa. No person enrolled for full time studies can enter on a visitors’ visa. An application for a study permit while in possession of a visitors’ visa is not allowed.
The university partners with various proprietors of boarding/hostel accommodation. Please contact your Admissions Office on availability of accommodation.
Our team of Student counselors provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space, in which you can discuss any issues that may be affecting your ability to study. All our support services are free of charge and open to all CUZ students at all levels.
Our service is intended to provide free short-term counselling, single session therapy, psychiatric support and group workshops to help you manage a range of personal, emotional and psychological concerns. We are unable to provide support for long-term conditions or in the event of a crisis situation. We aim to support as many students as we can.
