Quick Summary
Based in Rijeka, Croatia, University of Rijeka is a public with roots dating back to 1973. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 16500 students including 4% from outside Croatia. Known for strengths in Medicine, Engineering, Economics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly ranked in regional research metrics and located in a major Mediterranean port city with high quality of life.
Subject Strengths
MedicineEngineeringEconomicsTourism Management
Founded1973
TypePublic
Total Students16500
Intl Students4%
Faculty Ratio13
CampusUrban / Integrated
Campus Size100,000 m2
Affiliated HospitalsClinical Hospital Centre Rijeka
AccreditationAgency for Science and Higher Education (ASHE), EUA-IEP
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, Postgraduate Specialist, Doctoral
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited
Online Programs
Center for Advanced Computing and Modelling, Center for Micro and Nano Sciences and Technologies
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Agency for Science and Higher Education (ASHE), EUA-IEP
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply for document recognition (nostrification) at least 6 months in advance.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
β¬3,200/yr
per year Β· EUR
Living Cost
β¬7,000/yr
per year Β· EUR
PG Tuition
β¬3,900/yr
per year Β· EUR
Application Fee
$50
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
β¬10,245/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, Postgraduate Specialist, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Studies in English | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Biotechnology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong
Industry Connections
Strong links with Rimac TechnologyJGLand local maritime industries.
Notable Alumni
Kolinda Grabar-KitaroviΔ, Vojko Obersnel
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Student Center Rijeka sports hall, outdoor courts
Student Clubs
Erasmus Student Network (ESN), SZSUR, various faculty clubs
Library Resources
University Library Rijeka with digital repository (DABAR)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, YUFE Alliance
Summer Programs
Available