Quick Summary
Comenius University Bratislava, in Bratislava, Slovakia, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1919. Ranked #661-670 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 22500 students including 15% from outside Slovakia. Known for strengths in Medicine, Physics, Archaeology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 42%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It offers high-quality European education at significantly lower costs than Western Europe, with a degree recognized globally, particularly in healthcare.
Subject Strengths
MedicinePhysicsArchaeologyPhilosophyEnvironmental Sciences
Founded1919
TypePublic
Total Students22500
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban/Distributed
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Hospital Bratislava, Children's University Hospital Bratislava
AccreditationSlovak Accreditation Agency for Higher Education
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#661-670
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
800
Programs
240
PhD Programs
15
Online Programs
20
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Slovak Accreditation Agency for Higher Education
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate42%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· 2025-02-28
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· 2024-09-30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Early application is crucial for the Faculty of Medicine. International applicants should begin the nostrification (degree recognition) process at least 4 months in advance.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
β¬4,200/yr
per year Β· EUR
Living Cost
β¬6,700/yr
per year Β· EUR
PG Tuition
β¬6,000/yr
per year Β· EUR
Application Fee
$85
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
β¬11,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 800 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Dentistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Physics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship Placement75
Industry Connections
Strong links with IBMDellLenovoand Amazon Bratislava centers.
Notable Alumni
Zuzana ΔaputovΓ‘, Robert Fico, Miroslav LajΔΓ‘k
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Comprehensive facilities including swimming pools, athletics tracks, and gyms at Mlyny and DruΕΎba campuses.
Student Clubs
45
Library Resources
Academic Library of Comenius University with over 1.5 million volumes.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Utrecht Network, CEEPUS
Summer Programs
SAS (Studia Academica Slovaca) Summer School