Quick Summary
Universidad de Zaragoza, in Zaragoza, Spain, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1542. Ranked #548 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 30500 students including 8% from outside Spain. Known for strengths in Veterinary Science, Food Science and Technology, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines 500 years of history with leading-edge research, particularly in nanotechnology and biotechnology, at a low cost of living.
Subject Strengths
Veterinary ScienceFood Science and TechnologyEngineeringPhysical Sciences
Founded1542
TypePublic
Total Students30500
Intl Students8%
Faculty Ratio10.5
CampusUrban
Campus SizeMulticampus
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Clínico Universitario Lozano Blesa, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet
AccreditationMinistry of Universities of Spain, ANECA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#548
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801–1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501-600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
55 Bachelor's degrees, 52 Master's degrees, 45 Doctoral programs
Programs
45
PhD Programs
5
Online Programs
BIFI, ICMA, ISQCH, I3A, CIRCE, IA2, IIS Aragon
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Universities of Spain, ANECA
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 · July
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Ensure timely recognition (homologación) of non-EU degrees; international students should use the UNEDasiss platform for credential evaluation.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,350/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,200/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,200/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,795/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,200
Financial AidMEC Scholarships, Government of Aragon grants, UNIZAR mobility grants
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 55 Bachelor's degrees, 52 Master's degrees, 45 Doctoral programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Medicine | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$30,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
PSA Group (Stellantis)EndesaBSH Home AppliancesZaragoza Logistics Center
Notable Alumni
Santiago Ramón y Cajal, José Martí, Gaspar Torrente
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Comprehensive sports complexes including pools, gyms, and athletics tracks at Campus San Francisco
Student Clubs
Over 60 associations focusing on culture, music, and social action
Library Resources
University Library (BUZ) with 21 branch locations and extensive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Iberoamerica programs, bilateral agreements with North American universities
Summer Programs
Cursos de Verano de Jaca (one of the oldest in Spain)