Quick Summary
University of Peradeniya, in Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1942. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 22450 students including 40% from outside Sri Lanka. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Medicine, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 3.8%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the premier higher education institution in Sri Lanka with a rich heritage, high research output, and a uniquely beautiful residential campus environment.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryMedicineEngineeringEnvironmental Sciences
Founded1942
TypePublic
Total Students22450
Intl Students40%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusResidential
Campus Size1700 acres
Affiliated HospitalsTeaching Hospital Peradeniya,Sirimavo Bandaranayake Specialized Children's Hospital
AccreditationUniversity Grants Commission of Sri Lanka,Washington Accord (Engineering programs)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Agriculture,Arts,Dental Sciences,Engineering,Medicine,Science,Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science,Management,Allied Health Sciences
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Postgraduate Institute of Science (PGIS),Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture (PGIA),Center for Environmental Studies
Research Centers
High
Research Output
University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka,Washington Accord (Engineering programs)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate3.8%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · Varies by UGC Cycle
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission for local students is strictly based on the Z-score from the GCE A/L Examination. International students should apply through the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka special intake.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Sri Lankan Rupee
Living Cost
Rs360,000/yr
per year · LKR
PG Tuition
Rs450,000/yr
per year · LKR
Application Fee
$25
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Rs817,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · LKR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$350
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Agriculture,Arts,Dental Sciences,Engineering,Medicine,Science,Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science,Management,Allied Health Sciences programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| BSc in Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| BSc in Agriculture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Bachelor of Dental Surgery | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,200
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Dialog AxiataHayleys PLCBrandixMAS Holdings
Notable Alumni
Ediriweera Sarachchandra,Kandiah Kanapathypillai,S. R. Kottegoda
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Stadium,Indoor Gymnasium,Swimming Pool,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Art Council,Nature Club,Gandharva Sabha,Engineering Students' Publication Society
Library Resources
Main Library Peradeniya,H.A.I. Goonetileke Collection,Digital Repository
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Not Available