Quick Summary
Based in Maribor, Slovenia, University of Maribor is a public with roots dating back to 1975. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13650 students including 11.5% from outside Slovenia. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Computer Science, Physics and Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It offers high-quality education in a safe, affordable European city with a strong focus on student welfare and research innovation.
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyComputer SciencePhysics and AstronomyLogistics
Founded1975
TypePublic
Total Students13650
Intl Students11.5%
Faculty Ratio14.8
CampusCity-integrated
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Medical Centre Maribor (UKC Maribor)
AccreditationNAKVIS (Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Vocational
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Institute of Informatics, Centre for Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Research and Studies
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAKVIS (Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท March 20 (First round for EU), April 20 (Non-EU)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply early through the national eVล portal and ensure all documents are officially translated into Slovenian or English.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
โฌ3,000/yr
per year ยท EUR
Living Cost
โฌ8,000/yr
per year ยท EUR
PG Tuition
โฌ3,750/yr
per year ยท EUR
Application Fee
$40
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
โฌ11,035/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Vocational programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Logistics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Tourism | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics and Business | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$32,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong ties with GorenjeKrkaand automotive cluster partners.
Notable Alumni
Darko Horvat, Ljudmila Novak
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Center Leon ล tukelj
Student Clubs
Student Organization of the University of Maribor (ล OUM)
Library Resources
University of Maribor Library (UKM) and faculty libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, Utrecht Network
Summer Programs
Available