Overview
Far Western University (FWU), established in 2010 by an Act of the Parliament, is a government-funded national university in Bhimdatta Municipality, Kanchanpur, Nepal. FWU focuses on accessible and affordable higher education for students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, including communities from remote and underserved areas. The university offers undergraduate, graduate, MPhil, and Ph.D. programs across multiple faculties, with growing options for students interested in technology, management, education, agriculture, and law.
2. General Information
| Name | Far Western University (FWU) |
| Established | 2010 |
| Type | Public University |
| Location | Bhimdatta Municipality, Kanchanpur, Nepal |
| Website | www.fwu.edu.np |
3. Fee Structure
| Program | Duration (Years) | Estimated Total Fee (NPR) |
| BE Computer Engineering | 4 | 304,500 (Open Category) |
| BE Computer Engineering | 4 | 57,500 (Scholarship Category) |
| Other Programs | Varies | 5,000 – 40,000 per semester |
Note: Fee amounts can vary by academic year, campus, and scholarship eligibility. For the latest details, cross-check the official FWU website and admission notices.
4. Academic Programs
- Faculty of Agriculture Science (B.Sc. Ag)
- Faculty of Management (BBA, BBS, MBA)
- Faculty of Education (B.Ed., M.Ed., M.Phil.)
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (BA, BSW, MA, M.Phil., Ph.D.)
- Faculty of Science and Technology (B.Sc., B.Sc. CSIT)
- Faculty of Law (BA LLB)
- Faculty of Natural Resource Management (B.Sc. Forestry)
- Faculty of Engineering (BE Civil, BE Computer, BE Architecture)
If you are comparing engineering and management options across Nepal, you may also want to review similar programs at Mid-West University and Purbanchal University.
5. Facilities
- Modern classrooms and laboratories
- Library with digital resources
- Computer labs with internet access
- Sports and recreational facilities
- Student counseling and health services
For students considering how campus support affects learning outcomes, it helps to check whether the relevant faculty (for example, engineering or education) has well-maintained lab schedules, library access, and guidance services. In general, these student-support components are also common at other large public universities such as Tribhuvan University.
6. Accommodation
- On-campus hostels with basic amenities
- Private housing options nearby
- Facilities include furnished rooms, internet, and common study areas
Accommodation planning is especially important for students traveling from other districts. Before admission, confirm hostel availability and the typical start dates for academic sessions through FWU updates on fwu.edu.np.
7. Contact Information
- Email: info@fwu.edu.np
- Phone: +977-099-520729
- Address: Bhimdatta Municipality, Kanchanpur, Nepal
More Universities in Nepal
- Tribhuvan University
- Kathmandu University
- Purbanchal University
- Pokhara University
- Mid-Western University
- Nepal Open University
- Lumbini Buddhist University
- Agriculture and Forestry University
- Rajarshi Janak University
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