Quick Summary
Public in Novi Sad, Serbia β University of Novi Sad, est. 1960. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 49195 students including 6.5% from outside Serbia. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Food Science and Technology, Mathematics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 68%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The university is a hub for IT and agriculture innovation in the Balkans, offering high-quality education at a low cost of living.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryFood Science and TechnologyMathematicsEngineering
Founded1960
TypePublic
Total Students49195
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio10.2
CampusUrban/Distributed
Campus Size62 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsClinical Center of Vojvodina, Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases of Vojvodina, Institute of Oncology of Vojvodina
AccreditationNational Entity for Accreditation and Quality Assurance in Higher Education (NEAQA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Specialist, PhD
Programs
Available in all 14 faculties covering Social Sciences, Humanities, Sciences, Engineering, and Arts
PhD Programs
Limited to specific distance learning modules in Pedagogy and Management
Online Programs
BioSense Institute, Institute of Lowland Forestry and Environment, Institute of Food Technology
Research Centers
High
Research Output
National Entity for Accreditation and Quality Assurance in Higher Education (NEAQA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate68%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· January 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission for most programs is heavily based on a specialized entrance examination held at the specific faculty.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Serbian Dinar
UG Tuition
RSD295,000/yr
per year Β· RSD
Living Cost
RSD600,000/yr
per year Β· RSD
PG Tuition
RSD350,000/yr
per year Β· RSD
Application Fee
$85
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
RSD920,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· RSD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidState-funded tuition for Serbian citizens and regional bilateral agreements
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Specialist, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Information Technologies | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Agricultural Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh in IT sector through Novi Sad ICT cluster
Industry Connections
Schneider ElectricContinentalLevi9RT-RKSyngenta
Notable Alumni
Mile Isakov, Robert Δoban, Miroslav AntiΔ
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Center, Spens Sports Center, Athletic stadiums
Student Clubs
Student Union, BEST Novi Sad, EESTEC, AEGEE
Library Resources
Central University Library and 14 specialized faculty libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, Mevlana Exchange Program
Summer Programs
Novi Sad Summer School of Serbian Language, Culture and History