Quick Summary
Based in Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, University of Moratuwa is a public with roots dating back to 1972. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 10500 students including 50% from outside Sri Lanka. Known for strengths in Engineering, Computer Science, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier technological university in Sri Lanka with international engineering accreditation.
Subject Strengths
EngineeringComputer ScienceArchitectureBusiness
Founded1972
TypePublic
Total Students10500
Intl Students50%
Faculty Ratio14.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size50 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
Accreditationundefined
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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, Postgraduate, PhD, Diplomas
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited
Online Programs
Engineering Research Unit (ERU), Center for IT Excellence, Enterprise
Research Centers
High
Research Output
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Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate5%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · Varies (UGC Dependent)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on achieving the highest possible Z-score in the GCE Advanced Level Physical Science stream.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Sri Lankan Rupee
Living Cost
Rs750,000/yr
per year · LKR
PG Tuition
Rs350,000/yr
per year · LKR
Application Fee
$30
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Rs750,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · LKR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$400
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD, Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science & Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory and High
Industry Connections
Strong ties with tech firmsconstruction giantsand garment industry
Notable Alumni
Sanjiva Weerawarana, Ajith Amarasinghe, Lasantha Rodrigo
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Cricket Ground, Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Rotaract, Leo Club, Gavel Club, AIESEC, Media Unit
Library Resources
Technical Library with extensive IEEE and ScienceDirect access
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Not Available