Quick Summary
Since 1991, Rovira i Virgili University has been one of Spain's prominent publics, based in Tarragona. Ranked #671-680 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 15600 students including 18% from outside Spain. Known for strengths in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Archaeology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Leader in chemical research and oenology in Southern Europe, affordable tuition, and located in a UNESCO World Heritage city near the Mediterranean
Subject Strengths
ChemistryChemical EngineeringArchaeologyTourism & Hospitality ManagementNursing
Founded1991
TypePublic
Total Students15600
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio14.2
CampusUrban and Regional
Campus SizeMultiple campuses across Southern Catalonia
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitari Joan XXIII de Tarragona, Hospital Universitari Sant Joan de Reus
AccreditationAgència per a la Qualitat del Sistema Universitari de Catalunya (AQU), Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport of Spain
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#671-680
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral degrees, and Lifelong learning programs
Programs
24
PhD Programs
12
Online Programs
ICIQ (Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia), IPHES (Catalan Institute of Human Paleoecology and Social Evolution), IISPV (Pere Virgili Health Research Institute), ICAC (Catalan Institute of Classical Archaeology)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Agència per a la Qualitat del Sistema Universitari de Catalunya (AQU), Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport of Spain
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For undergraduate studies, check the 'nota de tall' (cut-off mark) for previous years. For Master's programs, ensure your degree is officially recognized by the Spanish government if coming from outside the EHEA.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,950/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,200/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableMEC Scholarships, AGAUR Grants, URV Master's Grants, Erasmus+ Mobility Grants
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidTuition waivers based on income, large family discounts, and disability-related aid
Work-StudyYes, collaborative scholarships for university departments and services
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral degrees, and Lifelong learning programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oenology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Chemistry | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Chemical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Prehistoric Archaeology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHighly integrated into curriculum, particularly in Engineering and Oenology
Industry Connections
Strong links with the Tarragona Petrochemical Complex and the regional tourism industry (Costa Daurada)
Notable Alumni
Eudald Carbonell (Archaeologist), Meritxell Batet (Politician), various regional leaders
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Sports halls, gyms, tennis courts, and collaboration with local aquatic centers
Student Clubs
Castellers (Human Tower) groups, URV Theater Group, Cultural associations
Library Resources
CRAI (Learning and Research Resource Center) with multiple locations and extensive digital catalogs
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, ISEP, Aurora Network, Santander Mobility
Summer Programs
Spanish language and culture courses, URV Summer School