Quick Summary
University of Sri Jayewardenepura, in Nugegoda, Sri Lanka, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1958. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 46000 students including 50% from outside Sri Lanka. Known for strengths in Business and Management Studies, Biological Sciences, Social Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the second oldest university in Sri Lanka with a premier reputation for management and commerce education and a vibrant cultural heritage.
Subject Strengths
Business and Management StudiesBiological SciencesSocial SciencesMedicine
Founded1958
TypePublic
Total Students46000
Intl Students50%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus Size55 acres
Affiliated HospitalsColombo South Teaching Hospital (Kalubowila), Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital
AccreditationUniversity Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, MPhil, PhD, Diplomas
Programs
PhD in Management, PhD in Applied Sciences, PhD in Humanities, PhD in Medical Sciences
PhD Programs
External degree programs available via the External Degrees and Extension Courses Unit (EDECU)
Online Programs
Interdisciplinary Center for Innovation in Biotechnology, Center for Sustainability, World Class University Project (WCUP)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka
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 ยท Varies by faculty (usually October)
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท Varies by faculty (usually March)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Undergraduate admission is highly competitive via the GCE Advanced Level examination; Postgraduate applicants should focus on research proposals and relevant work experience.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Sri Lankan Rupee
Living Cost
Rs600,000/yr
per year ยท LKR
PG Tuition
Rs450,000/yr
per year ยท LKR
Application Fee
$25
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Rs1,057,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท LKR
Scholarships AvailableMahapola Higher Education Scholarship, Bursaries, Commonwealth Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$400
Financial AidInterest-free laptop loans and student welfare grants
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, MPhil, PhD, Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Management Studies | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Biological Sciences | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Medicine | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$5,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local blue-chip companies and government ministries
Industry Connections
MAS HoldingsBrandixJohn Keells HoldingsDialog Axiata
Notable Alumni
Mahinda Rajapaksa, Sunil Ariyaratne, Somaratne Dissanayake
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Cricket Grounds, Indoor Sports Complex
Student Clubs
AIESEC, Gavel Club, Rotaract, Nature Team, various Faculty-led societies
Library Resources
Main Library and specialized faculty libraries with extensive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, University of Agder, Uppsala University
Summer Programs
Not Available