Quick Summary
Universidad de Alcalá, in Alcalá de Henares, Spain, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1499. Ranked #464 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28650 students including 19% from outside Spain. Known for strengths in Spanish Language & Literature, Modern Languages, Arts & Humanities, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UNESCO World Heritage site status, historic academic prestige, and proximity to Madrid with a lower cost of living.
Subject Strengths
Spanish Language & LiteratureModern LanguagesArts & HumanitiesPharmacyLife Sciences
Founded1499
TypePublic
Total Students28650
Intl Students19%
Faculty Ratio13.8
CampusHistoric and Suburban
Campus Size120 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitario Príncipe de Asturias, Hospital Universitario de Guadalajara
AccreditationANECA, European University Association (EUA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#464
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801–1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master's, PhD, Continuing Education
Programs
30
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Instituto Universitario de Investigación en Ciencias Policiales, Instituto de Investigaciones Históricas
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ANECA, European University Association (EUA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Ensure non-Spanish academic credentials are UNEDasiss certified. Apply during the primary pre-registration phase in June.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,350/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€10,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€2,900/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€14,295/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableMEC Scholarships, UAH Excellence Scholarships, Erasmus Grants, Santander Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$2,800
Financial AidSpanish Ministry of Education Aid, Regional Madrid Aid
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master's, PhD, Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hispanic Studies | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Computer Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong regional placement with over 3,000 partner companies
Industry Connections
IndraMicrosoftTelefónicaPfizerSantander Bank
Notable Alumni
Lope de Vega, Francisco de Quevedo, Cardinal Cisneros
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Cardenal Cisneros Sports Complex, university gym, swimming pools
Student Clubs
Cultural associations, Theatre groups, Tuna Universitaria, Sports clubs
Library Resources
Historical Library (Colegio de San Ildefonso), Digital Archive, 14 specialized libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, MAEC-AECID, ISEP, Santander Mobility
Summer Programs
Spanish Language and Culture Summer School