Quick Summary
Public (state university - legal entity / ptn-bh) in Semarang, Indonesia — Diponegoro University, est. 1957. Ranked #721-730 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 55432 students including 1.2% from outside Indonesia. Known for strengths in Law, Engineering and Technology, Business and Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Ranked among the top 10 universities in Indonesia with a strong emphasis on research and one of the highest employability rates in the country.
Subject Strengths
LawEngineering and TechnologyBusiness and ManagementMedicineEnvironmental Science
Founded1957
TypePublic (State University - Legal Entity / PTN-BH)
Total Students55432
Intl Students1.2%
Faculty Ratio22.5
CampusMulti-campus (Tembalang and Pleburan)
Campus Size213 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsRumah Sakit Nasional Diponegoro (RSND)
AccreditationBAN-PT (Unggul), FIBAA, ABEST21, IABEE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#721-730
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
Vocational, Undergraduate, Master, Doctoral, Specialist, Professional
Programs
16
PhD Programs
Blended learning through MOOCs and SPADA
Online Programs
Center of Excellence for Bio-tissues, Coastal Area Development, Disaster Mitigation Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
BAN-PT (Unggul), FIBAA, ABEST21, IABEE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6
TOEFL525
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high national exam scores (SNBT) or prepare extensively for the UM-UNDIP independent entrance exam; highlight extracurricular leadership for international tracks.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indonesian Rupiah
UG Tuition
Rp18,000,000/yr
per year · IDR
Living Cost
Rp55,000,000/yr
per year · IDR
PG Tuition
Rp38,000,000/yr
per year · IDR
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Rp73,500,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · IDR
Scholarships AvailableKIP Kuliah, Djarum Beasiswa Plus, Bank Indonesia Scholarship, PPA Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$800
Financial AidUKT Installments and Reductions based on financial status
Work-StudyStudent Assistantships in laboratories and administration
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Vocational, Undergraduate, Master, Doctoral, Specialist, Professional programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Management | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Medical Doctor | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,200
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong placements in BUMN (State-owned enterprises) and multinational firms in Jakarta and Semarang
Industry Connections
PertaminaPLNTelkomAstra Internationalvarious government ministries
Notable Alumni
Tjahjo Kumolo, Muladi, Sri Mulyani (Honorary), Michael Bambang Hartono
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Rusunawa Undip and private boarding houses)
Sports Facilities
Diponegoro Stadium, Futsal courts, Swimming pool, Fitness center
Student Clubs
Over 50 units including Arts, Sports, Entrepreneurship, and Research Societies
Library Resources
Undip Central Library with over 100,000 physical volumes and extensive digital subscriptions
Exchange Programs
AUN-ACTS, Erasmus Mundus, TF-LEaRN, and MoUs with universities in Japan and Taiwan
Summer Programs
Diponegoro International Summer Course (DISC) on Coastal and Tropical Sustainable Development