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Overview<\/h2>\n

The University of Toliara is a public university in southwestern Madagascar, founded in 1977 to expand higher education access for students in the south. Located near the Mozambique Channel coastline, it has built recognized strengths in marine sciences, environmental studies, and regional development\u2014fields that align closely with local coastal ecosystems and community needs. As one of Madagascar’s six provincial universities, it supports academic progression for students across southern regions while contributing research and training that benefit coastal conservation and culturally grounded local development. Like many institutions in developing regions, the university continues to manage infrastructure constraints, but it remains a practical option for learners seeking teacher education and applied science pathways.<\/p>\n

2. General Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Name<\/td>\nUniversity of Toliara (Universit\u00e9 de Toliara)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Established<\/td>\n1977<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Type<\/td>\nPublic university<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/td>\nToliara, Madagascar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Website<\/td>\nOfficial site may vary by academic year (contact via Faculty Offices)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Accreditation<\/td>\nMinistry of Higher Education and Scientific Research<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Students<\/td>\nApprox. 8,000 (varies by intake)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Language of Instruction<\/td>\nMalagasy, French<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

3. Fee Structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Program<\/td>\nTuition Fee (Annual, MGA)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Undergraduate (Arts\/Sciences)<\/td>\n40,000\u2013100,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Natural Sciences<\/td>\n120,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marine Sciences<\/td>\n150,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Teacher Education<\/td>\n80,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Registration Fees<\/td>\n20,000\u201330,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Fees can change between academic years. Before paying, confirm the latest amounts through the relevant Faculty Office and ask whether practical training costs are included for majors such as marine sciences or environmental studies.<\/p>\n

4. Academic Programs<\/h2>\n