Terms of Use

By accessing and using the University of Sierra Leone website, student portals, application systems, and related digital services, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our website or online services. Continued use after updates are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the site.

• Do not attempt unauthorised access to systems, accounts, or data
• Do not upload malicious code, spam, or harmful content
• Do not misrepresent your identity or affiliation with the University
• Do not scrape, harvest, or automate access in ways that impair service
• Do not use the site to harass, defame, or discriminate against others

All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, course materials, research outputs, and software — is the property of the University of Sierra Leone or its licensors and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may view and download content for personal, non-commercial, and educational use unless otherwise stated. Reproduction, distribution, or modification for commercial purposes requires prior written permission from the University.

When you create an account for admissions, student portals, staff systems, or other USL services, you must provide accurate and complete information and keep your credentials secure.

• You are responsible for all activity under your account
• Notify the University immediately if you suspect unauthorised access
• Do not share passwords or authentication tokens with others
• The University may suspend accounts that violate these terms

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

Please review our Privacy Policy for full details on data processing, your legal rights, and how to contact our privacy team.

The University of Sierra Leone provides this website and its content on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we strive for accuracy and uptime, we do not guarantee that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, USL shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of the website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from viruses, denial-of-service attacks, or reliance on published information.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Material changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date.

You should review this page periodically. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated terms.

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Sierra Leone.

Any dispute arising from or relating to these terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Sierra Leone, unless otherwise required by applicable university regulations or statute.

If you have questions about these Terms of Use or need clarification on your rights and obligations, please contact the University legal office: