Quick Summary
Since 1505, Universidad de Sevilla has been one of Spain's prominent publics, based in Seville. Ranked #491 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 70624 students including 6.8% from outside Spain. Known for strengths in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Archaeology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 70%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Historical prestige, low tuition fees, high quality of life in Seville, and strong research infrastructure
Subject Strengths
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringArchaeologyPharmacyAgriculture & Forestry
Founded1505
TypePublic
Total Students70624
Intl Students6.8%
Faculty Ratio14.5
CampusMulti-campus Urban
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío, Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena, Hospital Universitario Virgen de Valme
AccreditationANECA, Ministry of Education (Spain)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#491
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral Programs, Continuous Education, Double Degrees
Programs
32
PhD Programs
12
Online Programs
CITIUS, IMUS (Mathematics), IBIS (Biomedicine), CICUS (Culture)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
ANECA, Ministry of Education (Spain)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate70%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA5.0/10.0 (Spanish Scale)
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the EBAU/Selectividad entrance exam scores for competitive degrees like Medicine and Engineering. International students should apply through UNEDasiss.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€780/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,700/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€1,380/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€9,525/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableMEC Scholarships, US Mobility Grants, Erasmus+ Support
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidGrants based on socio-economic status provided by the Andalusian government
Work-StudyYes, available via university departments and library services
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral Programs, Continuous Education, Double Degrees programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Fine Arts | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
74%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh, integrated within major-specific curriculum via 'Prácticas en Empresas'
Industry Connections
Strong ties with AirbusAbengoaand the Cartuja Science and Technology Park
Notable Alumni
Felipe González (Former PM), Luis Cernuda (Poet), Baltasar Garzón (Judge)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, through Colegios Mayores and university residences
Sports Facilities
SADUS (University Sports Service) with swimming pools, athletic tracks, and gyms
Student Clubs
Over 100 cultural, debate, and social activism groups
Library Resources
BUS (Biblioteca de la Universidad de Sevilla) with over 2.5 million volumes
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, SICUE, Study Abroad programs with USA and Latin America
Summer Programs
Spanish Language and Culture courses, International Summer Schools