University of Sfax

The University of Sfax is a public university located in Sfax, Tunisia.

The history of the University of Sfax can be traced back to the early 1980s, when the Tunisian government decided to establish a new university in the southern city of Sfax. The goal of the new university was to provide higher education opportunities to students in the south of the country and to promote economic development in the region.

The University of Sfax was officially founded in 1986 under the name University of the South. It initially comprised a few faculties and institutes, but it quickly grew in size and scope. In 2003, the University of Gabes was created, splitting off some of the faculties and institutes from the University of Sfax. The following year, the University of Gafsa was also created.

Over the years, the University of Sfax has played a major role in the development of the Sfax region. It has produced thousands of graduates who have gone on to successful careers in various fields. The university has also helped to attract businesses and investments to the region.

Today, the University of Sfax is a leading university in Tunisia and the region. It is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities to its students. The university is also committed to promoting social and economic development in the Sfax region and beyond.

The University of Sfax is a young university, but it has quickly established itself as one of the leading universities in Tunisia and the region. The university is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities to its students, and to promoting social and economic development in the Sfax region and beyond.

University of Sfax is ranked as the #2 top university in Tunisia during 2025. The rank decreased by 1 point from last year.