Quick Summary
Public in Yogyakarta, Indonesia — Universitas Gadjah Mada, est. 1949. Ranked #239 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 56000 students including 2% from outside Indonesia. Known for strengths in Development Studies, Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies, it maintains an acceptance rate of 8.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UGM is Indonesia's first national university, offering a prestigious academic environment, a strong community service ethos, and a strategic location in Yogyakarta, the country's cultural capital.
Subject Strengths
Development StudiesTheologyDivinity & Religious StudiesSocial Policy & AdministrationGeographyArcheologyAgriculture & Forestry
Founded1949
TypePublic
Total Students56000
Intl Students2%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size360 acres
Affiliated HospitalsRSUP Dr. Sardjito,RSA UGM (Academic Hospital Universitas Gadjah Mada),Soedomo Dental Hospital
AccreditationBAN-PT (A), AACSB (Business), ABET (Engineering), ASIIN
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#239
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor,Master,Doctoral,Specialist,Vocational,Professional
Programs
51
PhD Programs
Available (Blended learning and specific MOOCs through UGM Online)
Online Programs
Center for Energy Studies,Center for Cultural Studies,Center for Biotechnology,Center for Southeast Asian Social Studies
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
BAN-PT (A), AACSB (Business), ABET (Engineering), ASIIN
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate8.5%
IELTS6
TOEFL550
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATRequired for Master of Management (MM UGM)
SATOptional for International Undergraduate Program (IUP)
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high UTBK scores for local students. International students should apply via the IUP track which requires a separate Gadjah Mada Scholastic Test (GMST) and English proficiency proof.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indonesian Rupiah
UG Tuition
Rp25,000,000/yr
per year · IDR
Living Cost
Rp45,000,000/yr
per year · IDR
PG Tuition
Rp40,000,000/yr
per year · IDR
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Rp80,000,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · IDR
Scholarships AvailableKIP-Kuliah,LPDP,Beasiswa Unggulan,Djarum Beasiswa Plus,Gadjah Mada Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidTuition waivers (UKT adjustments) and emergency financial assistance.
Work-StudyLimited to administrative assistant roles within faculties.
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor,Master,Doctoral,Specialist,Vocational,Professional programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Management | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Relations | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh, including mandatory Community Service (KKN-PPM).
Industry Connections
PertaminaBank MandiriUnilever IndonesiaGojekTelkom Indonesia
Notable Alumni
Joko Widodo (President of Indonesia),Sri Mulyani Indrawati (Finance Minister of Indonesia),Anies Baswedan,Retno Marsudi (Foreign Minister)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
UGM Stadium,Tennis Courts,Swimming Pool,Indoor Sports Hall (GOR)
Student Clubs
Over 50 Student Activity Units (UKM) covering arts, sports, and social issues.
Library Resources
Central Library UGM with over 1 million print and digital volumes, plus 18 faculty-specific libraries.
Exchange Programs
150+ global partners including University of Tokyo, Kyoto University, and Erasmus+ partners.
Summer Programs
DREaM Summer Program