--- title: "University of Ulster — check charity number NIC100166 | CharityCompare" description: "Is University of Ulster a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC100166. The advancement of education charity based in County Londonderry. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/university-of-ulster retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:12:39.560Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer University of Ulster is a registered charity (number NIC100166) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £304,235,000 (year ending 2025-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about University of Ulster? Registered charity number NIC100166 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location County Londonderry Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £304,235,000 Website [www.ulster.ac.uk](http://www.ulster.ac.uk/) ## What does University of Ulster do? The objects of the Uiversity shall be to advance education, through a variety of patterns, levels and modes of study and by a diversity of means by encouraging and developing learning and creativity for the benefit of the community in Northern Ireland and elsewhere to preserve, advance and disseminate knowledge and culture through teaching, scholarships and research and to take avail of the results of such research and to promote wisdom and understnding by the example and influence of corporate life ## What causes is University of Ulster registered for? The advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for University of Ulster yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. University of Ulster is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=university-of-ulster&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ulster.ac.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is University of Ulster a legitimate charity? Yes. University of Ulster is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC100166) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is University of Ulster's charity number? University of Ulster's charity number is NIC100166. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC100166? Search NIC100166 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does University of Ulster do? The objects of the Uiversity shall be to advance education, through a variety of patterns, levels and modes of study and by a diversity of means by encouraging and developing learning and creativity for the benefit of the community in Northern Ireland and elsewhere to preserve, advance and disseminate knowledge and culture through teaching, scholarships and research and to take avail of the results of such research and to promote wisdom and understnding by the example and influence of corporate life Does University of Ulster have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for University of Ulster. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to University of Ulster? University of Ulster's website is http://www.ulster.ac.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=100166&subId=0).