Quick Summary
Since 1367, University of Pécs has been one of Hungary's prominent publics, based in Pécs. Ranked #601-650 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 20000 students including 25% from outside Hungary. Known for strengths in Medicine, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Life Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 60%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the oldest university in Hungary with a prestigious history, offering high-quality medical education and an affordable European lifestyle.
Subject Strengths
MedicinePharmacy & PharmacologyLife SciencesArts and HumanitiesPsychology
Founded1367
TypePublic
Total Students20000
Intl Students25%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity of Pécs Clinical Centre
AccreditationHungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB), WHO, WFME
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#601-650
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Medicine,Dentistry,Pharmacy,Nursing,Business Administration,Engineering,International Relations,Psychology,Computer Science,Architecture
Programs
Biology,Chemistry,Business Administration,Health Sciences,Physics,English Literature
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Szentágothai Research Centre,National Laboratory of Virology,Interdisciplinary Research Centre
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Hungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB), WHO, WFME
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate60%
IELTS6
TOEFL72
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Medical applicants should focus on the entrance exam in Biology and Chemistry. International students should apply for the Stipendium Hungaricum early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€5,000/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€6,600/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€6,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$160
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€11,750/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableStipendium Hungaricum,Erasmus+,Christian Young People Scholarship,Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Medicine,Dentistry,Pharmacy,Nursing,Business Administration,Engineering,International Relations,Psychology,Computer Science,Architecture programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Dentistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| International Relations | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$25,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong
Industry Connections
BoschOTP BankDeutsche TelekomHarman International
Notable Alumni
Katalin Karikó,Antall József,Sólyom László
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Hall,TTK Sports Centre,Pécs Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
PTE Dance Team,English-German Student Council,Erasmus Student Network (ESN)
Library Resources
Klimo Library,Pécs Knowledge Centre,Faculty of Medicine Library
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,CEEPUS,Campus Mundi
Summer Programs
Pécs Summer School,Simonyi Summer School