Quick Summary
Situated in Gödöllő, Hungary, MATE Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences is a public (foundation-managed) established in 2021. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13000 students including 15% from outside Hungary. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Environmental Sciences, Veterinary Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
MATE is the flagship institution for agricultural education in Central Europe, offering state-of-the-art research infrastructure.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryEnvironmental SciencesVeterinary Science
Founded2021
TypePublic (Foundation-managed)
Total Students13000
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusMulti-campus
Campus SizeMultiple campuses across 5 cities
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationHungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB), European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA)
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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, Master's, PhD, and Vocational Training in Agriculture, Life Sciences, Economics, and Arts
Programs
12 Doctoral Schools covering Food Science, Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and Management
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
11 specialized research institutes focusing on genetics, viticulture, and environmental safety
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Hungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB), European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL72
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 15 (Scholarship), June 15 (Self-financing)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on strong motivation letters and relevant background in natural sciences or biology for agricultural tracks.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Hungarian Forint
UG Tuition
Ft2,000,000/yr
per year · HUF
Living Cost
Ft2,700,000/yr
per year · HUF
PG Tuition
Ft2,400,000/yr
per year · HUF
Application Fee
$150
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Ft4,755,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · HUF
Scholarships AvailableStipendium Hungaricum, Hungarian Diaspora Scholarship, Erasmus+, CEEPUS
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidSocial grants available for domestic and EU students
Work-StudyAvailable through local student cooperatives
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master's, PhD, and Vocational Training in Agriculture, Life Sciences, Economics, and Arts programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife Management | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Food Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Horticultural Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Landscape Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Agricultural Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$22,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with Hungarian National Chamber of Agriculture and international food corporations
Industry Connections
NestleBonafarmKITE ZrtSyngenta
Notable Alumni
Sándor Csányi (CEO of OTP Bank), various Ministers of Agriculture in Hungary
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized swimming pool, sports halls, football fields, equestrian center
Student Clubs
HÖK (Student Union), ESN (Erasmus Student Network), Hunting Club, Wine Club
Library Resources
One of the largest agricultural libraries in Central Europe
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with 250+ universities worldwide
Summer Programs
Sustainable Agriculture Summer School, Food Security Workshops