Quick Summary
University of Ljubljana is a public founded in 1919, located in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Ranked #591 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 37800 students including 11.2% from outside Slovenia. Known for strengths in Physics & Astronomy, Linguistics, Mathematics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It offers high-quality education with low or no tuition fees for EU/specific bilateral agreement citizens in a vibrant, safe, and central European capital.
Subject Strengths
Physics & AstronomyLinguisticsMathematicsSociologyPharmacy
Founded1919
TypePublic
Total Students37800
Intl Students11.2%
Faculty Ratio17
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Medical Centre Ljubljana
AccreditationSlovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (NAKVIS)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#591
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801β1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401β500
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
115
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (NAKVIS)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· May 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Ensure all documents are translated into Slovenian by an official translator and submitted via the eVΕ portal before the first application period ends in March/April for best chances.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
β¬3,500/yr
per year Β· EUR
Living Cost
β¬8,700/yr
per year Β· EUR
PG Tuition
β¬3,850/yr
per year Β· EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
β¬12,200/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Social Sciences | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Computer and Information Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$31,000
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong links with major Slovenian firms like KrkaGorenjeand Lekas well as European research consortia.
Notable Alumni
Slavoj Ε½iΕΎek,Danilo TΓΌrk,Milan KuΔan,Aleksander Δeferin
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Available
Student Clubs
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Library Resources
Central Technological Library, National and University Library, and 30 faculty-specific libraries.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available