How to Verify Malagasy University Degrees: Madagascar Education Guide

Madagascar's higher education system

Madagascar's higher education is regulated by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The country follows the French-influenced LMD system. Madagascar has 6 public universities and a growing number of private institutions. The University of Antananarivo is the oldest and largest institution.

Verification steps

1. Check Ministry recognition — Verify the institution is recognized. VerifyED includes recognized Malagasy institutions.
2. Contact the institution — Universities can provide verification through academic services offices.
3. CAMES recognition — Madagascar participates in CAMES for francophone African academic recognition.
4. Document legalization — Documents need legalization through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Key considerations

• LMD system — The French-compatible LMD system facilitates recognition in francophone countries and Europe.
• University of Antananarivo — The flagship institution with the longest academic tradition.
• French language — Most academic credentials are in French and Malagasy.