Quick Summary
Based in Vigo, Spain, Universidade de Vigo is a public with roots dating back to 1990. Ranked #901-950 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 21000 students including 6.5% from outside Spain. Known for strengths in Marine Sciences, Telecommunications Engineering, Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Leading institution in marine sciences and engineering with strong regional industrial ties and affordable living costs.
Subject Strengths
Marine SciencesTelecommunications EngineeringForestryMining Engineering
Founded1990
TypePublic
Total Students21000
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio12.5
CampusUrban/Suburban
Campus SizeLarge (Three campuses)
Affiliated HospitalsComplexo Hospitalario Universitario de Vigo (CHUVI)
AccreditationSpanish Ministry of Education and ANECA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#901-950
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Doctorate
Programs
39 doctoral programs
PhD Programs
Limited selection of professional masters and continuing education
Online Programs
CIM (Marine Research Centre), CINBIO (Biomedical Research Centre), atlanTTic (Telecommunication Technologies Centre)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Spanish Ministry of Education and ANECA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
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
Check specific prerequisites for EBAU exams; international students should begin the homologation process early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€850/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€1,600/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€8,900/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable via Ministry of Education and Galician Regional Government
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Doctorate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oceanography | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Telecommunications Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Galician automotive and maritime industries
Industry Connections
PSA Peugeot CitroënNavantiaGalician Marine Cluster
Notable Alumni
Pedro Duque (Honorary), various regional political and business leaders
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
CUVI sports complex, athletics tracks, football pitches, indoor courts
Student Clubs
University choir, theater group, volunteer groups, sports associations
Library Resources
Central Library and specialized faculty libraries with extensive digital catalogs
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, ISEP, bilateral agreements with Latin American and Asian universities
Summer Programs
International summer courses in Galician culture and specific scientific fields