Question: What degree programs is Osiri University authorized to offer?
Answer: Osiri University is authorized to offer a range of academic programs, including 1 Associate’s
Degree in Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 6 Bachelor of Science Degrees (with tracks in agribusiness, busiesss education, business intelligence, entrepreneurship and innovation, film and multimedia studies, and smart manufacturing), 6 Master’s degrees (MA in Inclusive Education, MA
in Entertainment Business, MBA in Sustainable Business Leadership, MSc in Food Security and
Sustainable Agriculture, MSc in Smart Manufacturing), 1 Doctor of Philosophy in Business
Administration, and several certificate programs.
Question: Where is Osiri University based, and is it accredited?
Answer: Osiri University is based in the USA, registered in the State of Nebraska, with an administrative
office in Lincoln. It received approval and authorization to operate from Nebraska’s Coordinating
Commission for Postsecondary Education (CCPE) in March 2023 and has initiated accreditation in the
United States.
Question: Does completion of courses lead to a certificate or a degree?
Answer: Each master's degree requires students to successfully
complete nine courses, totaling 30 credit hours. Each course is three credits except the ninth course,
Practicum or Collaborative Research, which is six credits. All master’s degree students must take a 1)
Ubuntu Mind, 2) Sustainable Leadership, and 3) Project-Based Experiential Course. In addition to these courses, students take six courses in their fields. Three of the six courses may
lead to a graduate certificate.
Students may choose to earn a graduate certificate (3 courses) or a master’s degree (9 courses) at the
time of graduation. Certificates and degrees cannot be issued concurrently to a student. Students who earn a certificate may apply the three courses they took for the certificate towards a
master’s degree in the future.
Question: How much does it cost to attend Osiri University?
Answer: Osiri University’s mission is to democratize quality education. Osiri University brings together and trains world’s best professors to make quality education universally accessible. Therefore, Osiri University is offering exceptional value by making quality education affordable. Osiri University does not charge tuition or exam fees. Students only pay an administrative fee per course with no additional or hidden fees.
Question: Is Osiri University tuition-free?
Answer: Yes, tuition, valued at $30,000, is completely waived. You will not pay tuition. You are only responsible for paying an administrative fee of $65 per three-credit course.
Question: What is the admission process?
Answer: First, apply at osiriuniversity.org/apply by uploading copies of your certificates and unofficial transcripts. Second, your application will be reviewed within 24-48 hours and an admission letter will be issued. Third, you can request your official transcript from your former institution to be sent to Osiri after you receive your admission letter. Therefore, you only need copies of your certificate and transcripts in your possession to secure admission.
Question: What are the admission requirements?
Answer: Applicants seeking any master’s degrees must have a bachelor’s or an equivalent plus a command of English. Osiri University does not currently administer any test for English Language proficiency for admission. Therefore, it is assumed that students can read and write fluently before applying. An undergraduate study in a computer related field is preferred for applicants seeking admission into the MSc in Data and Information Systems. Those who do not have the preferred background will be required to learn Python.
Question: Who is behind Osiri University?
Answer: Founded by Prof. John Kalu Osiri, Osiri University is supervised by a Board of Governors, also
called Council of Elders, comprised of renowned scholars and globally recognized practitioners: Dr. Lisa
Acogny, Dr. Amarachi Amaugo (Osiri University President), Mallence Bart-Williams, Prof. Mammo
Muchie, Nwabueze Nwokolo, Prof. Chigozie Obioma, Prof. Jose Pimienta-Bey, and Prof. Colin Ramsay.
Additionally, a group of industry leaders through its Advisory Board ensures that the curriculum is
effective and industry relevant advises Osiri University.
Question: How does Osiri University teach Ubuntu?
Answer: Ubuntu (“I am because we are”) is an African philosophy that promotes our common humanity, peace, and love for all people. Ubuntu recognizes the dignity in each person and calls on every person to live with the knowledge that our destinies are inextricably linked with each other.
Instructors and staff members are living examples of Ubuntu. They are committed to uplifting themselves, their families and others within their communities, thereby modeling Ubuntu to students.
Every student at Osiri take a required course called Ubuntu Mind, which teaches Ubuntu and similar world philosophies and practices, such as stoicism and meditation.
Deep and meaningful collaborations are also encouraged amongst students, faculty, and staff through work and assignments.
Question: What does the schedule and course process look like?
Answer: The academic calendar is designed to give students flexibility and learn at the own pace. Thus,
the academic schedule is for the applicant who want to dedicate to their studies full time and to the full-
time worker or parent who needs great flexibility to learn at their own pace. Courses are one hundred
percent online. Some are fully synchronous with the instructors meeting students on Zoom three times
per week. Other courses use a mixed approach with students learning on the Learning Management
System (LMS) asynchronously with some lectures delivered synchronously on Zoom once a week.
Question: Is there an extra charge for exams or degree certificates?
Answer: No, there are no additional fees beyond the non-refundable administrative fee. All degree
certificates will be send electronically to each student at no cost. If students desire a hard copy
produced and mailed to them, they will bear the full cost of the printing and mailing. Additionally, the
first transcripts will be sent to the student electronically at no cost. Subsequent, transcript request
(printed or electronic) will attract a small processing fee in addition to a shipping fee if applicable.
Question: What is the probability of passing all the courses since the administrative fee is non- refundable?
Answer: We cannot guarantee that a student who enroll at Osiri University will successfully pass all their
courses. Students have approximately one year to complete their master’s degree program with a
cohort. Students have only one chance to pass a course. Otherwise, they have to pay another
administrative fee to return the following year to take the course. Our instructors are skilled and very
student-focused. They will do their best to teach students. However, it is the responsibility of the
student to understand the material and pass the course. Students should dedicate time and effort to
study and pass each course.
Question: What is the evaluation process?
Answer: Evaluation of course learning objective varies from instructor to instructor. A course in
leadership may have fewer projects and more writing and reflections compared to a course on data
science and analytics, which may require more hands-on projects. Overall, participation will account for
40% of the grade; tests, quizzes, exams throughout the course will account for 40%, and final exams will
account for 40% of the grade.
This rule of thumb may change depending on the course and instructor.
Question: What are the benefits of attending Osiri University?
Answer: There are several benefits of joining Osiri University. First, students join an authentic learning
community. Second, Osiri University eliminates the need to pay tuition and exam fees. Third, students
learn from a rigorous, industry-relevant curriculum from passionate and knowledgeable instructors.
Fourth, Osiri does not make learning stressful. Students take one or two courses at a time and tests are
giving from the beginning of the course. Fifth, students receive career mentorship and professional
coaching on how to be effective in the job market. Sixth, students become part of a movement of
making the world a better place through Ubuntu.
Question: If I have questions or concerns how can I contact Osiri University?
