Pinnacle African University

About us

Pinnacle African University (PAU), located in the dynamic city of the Republic of Benin, is a renowned bilingual higher education institution in West Africa. Since its establishment in 2013, PAU has strived to provide world-class education that combines international academic rigor with an African perspective.

The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs taught in both English and French, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking required to succeed in the globalized world and to make meaningful contributions to Africa’s development. Specialized research centers and laboratories provide opportunities for groundbreaking research that tackles Africa’s most pressing issues.

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Our goal is to provide students with the best education possible so they can be prepared for any challenges their future may hold. We accomplish this by offering a world-class curriculum that combines science and technology with humanity and ethics—and we leave no stone unturned in our quest for knowledge.

Dr. Israel

Registrar, Pinnacle African University
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What makes us different?

PAU’s diverse and international community of students, faculty and staff from over 25 countries are united in their goal of academic excellence. The university maintains strong relationships with international partners and prestigious organizations to enhance the quality of its programs and research through faculty and student exchanges, dual degrees, collaborative research, and mobility grants.

With its beautiful tree-lined campus nestled in the heart of Beninois cultural heritage, PAU delivers an educational experience that transcends the walls of the classroom, nurturing students to achieve their highest potential and become leaders in their fields with profound respect for humanity and the environment. Our mission is, and always will be, to distinguish ourselves as the premier institution of higher learning in Africa, grounded in academic rigor, international relevance and profound African values.

300
Courses offered with 3 world languages and 120 electives.
18
Countries represented by over 2500 Students.
14.6%
International Students with 8% under Cultural Council.
180
Teaching faculty with 80 men and 100 women.
37%
Students receive financial aid and scholarship
6:1
Students teacher ratio, for proper attention on child.
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Conducive Environment

Here at Pinnacle African University, we believe a conducive environment will ignite concentration in learning thus we put much attention in making our classrooms conducive.

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Standard Curriculum

Our Curriculum is well recognized both in Nigeria and other western countries hence our Nigerian students get to serve (NYSC) their nation immediately.

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Cutting-Edge Lecturers

Our lecturers are professionals in their fields with years of experience, devoting time and attention in developing each and every student in their disposal.