Socio-economic performance is one of the main expectations of students in higher education. This study, conducted with 384 students selected using Cochran’s formula (1977), aims to analyze students’ perceptions regarding the alignment between academic training and community needs in Burundi. The investigation focused on three main areas: the adequacy of training in relation to the needs of the community, the consideration of employer satisfaction surveys, and the University’s involvement in community service. Data was collected using a questionnaire administered via the KoboCollect platform, targeting bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students at this university. The results of the study reveal that the University of Burundi still struggles to meet the expectations of its students in a satisfactory manner, particularly with regard to the organization and dissemination of employer satisfaction survey results, the alignment of training with labor market requirements, and the promotion of contributions and feedback from former students. Furthermore, although the institution’s involvement in community service is appreciated above average, it remains insufficient in the opinion of some respondents.
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