Quick Summary
Situated in Budapest, Hungary, Eötvös Loránd University is a public established in 1635. Ranked #564 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 37000 students including 12% from outside Hungary. Known for strengths in Mathematics, Psychology, Archaeology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 38%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is Hungary's oldest and most prestigious research university, offering globally recognized degrees at competitive costs.
Subject Strengths
MathematicsPsychologyArchaeologyPhysicsLinguistics
Founded1635
TypePublic
Total Students37000
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio12.5
CampusUrban
Campus SizeDistributed Urban Campus
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationHungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#564
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601–800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501–600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
118
Programs
17
PhD Programs
5
Online Programs
85
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Hungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate38%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply early for Stipendium Hungaricum and ensure high performance in mathematics for STEM programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€4,400/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€7,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€5,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$160
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,350/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableStipendium Hungaricum, Erasmus+, Diaspora Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$6,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 118 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| International Relations | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Mathematics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,500
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with tech and legal sectors in Budapest
Industry Connections
BoschMorgan StanleyNokiaPreziSAP
Notable Alumni
John von Neumann, Albert Szent-Györgyi, Viktor Orbán, Georg von Békésy
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
ELTE BEAC Sports Complex
Student Clubs
ESN ELTE, University Athletics Club, ELTE Debate Society
Library Resources
ELTE University Library (over 2 million volumes)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, Utrecht Network
Summer Programs
ELTE Summer School in Hungarian Language and Culture