Quick Summary
University of Luxembourg, in Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg, is a public that has shaped higher education since 2003. Ranked #356 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7012 students including 60% from outside Luxembourg. Known for strengths in Computer Science, Finance, European Law, it maintains an acceptance rate of 21%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is one of the most international universities in the world, offering a unique multilingual environment and direct proximity to major European Union institutions and a global financial hub.
Subject Strengths
Computer ScienceFinanceEuropean LawEngineeringMaterials Science
Founded2003
TypePublic
Total Students7012
Intl Students60%
Faculty Ratio18.2
CampusMulti-campus (Urban/Industrial Re-development)
Campus Size70 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsCentre Hospitalier de Luxembourg (CHL)
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education and Research of Luxembourg
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#356
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#201-250
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Vocational training
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT), Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB), Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History (C2DH)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education and Research of Luxembourg
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate21%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL92
Min GPA3
GREOptional
GMATOptional for Business programs
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · April 30 (Non-EU), July 31 (EU)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on multilingual proficiency (English/French/German) as many programs are bilingual. Ensure your motivation letter clearly aligns with Luxembourg's unique economic landscape.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€800/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€15,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€1,100/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$54
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€15,850/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableGuillaume Dupaix International Scholarship, Erasmus+, Bourses d'excellence
Avg Scholarship$10,800
Financial AidCEDIES state financial aid for students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, PhD, Vocational training programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Master in Wealth Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MSc in Finance and Economics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| MSc in Data Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Bachelor in Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$65,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with EU institutions and the financial sector of Luxembourg City.
Industry Connections
European Investment BankAmazonSESArcelorMittalBig Four Accounting Firms
Notable Alumni
Xavier Bettel (Former Prime Minister of Luxembourg), Carole Dieschbourg
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports center, fitness rooms, access to local municipal aquatic centers
Student Clubs
Campus Life, Student Delegation, various cultural and subject-specific associations
Library Resources
Luxembourg Learning Centre (LLC), over 800,000 items
Exchange Programs
Mandatory mobility semester for all Bachelor students
Summer Programs
Available