Quick Summary
Situated in Brno, Czech Republic, Mendel University in Brno is a public established in 1919. Ranked #901-950 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 8500 students including 20% from outside Czech Republic. Known for strengths in Agriculture and Forestry, Food Science, Economics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Leader in agricultural and forestry research in Central Europe; affordable living in the top-rated student city of Brno.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture and ForestryFood ScienceEconomicsWood Technology
Founded1919
TypePublic
Total Students8500
Intl Students20%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusMixed Urban/Research Forest
Campus Size100 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#901-950
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201β1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Agriculture, Forestry, Business, Economics, Horticulture, Regional Development
Programs
Applied and Landscape Ecology, Forestry Engineering, Food Technology, Economics and Management
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
CEITEC MENDELU, Training Forest Enterprise (Masaryk Forest), Botanical Garden and Arboretum
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· March 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare for faculty-specific entrance exams; verify recognition of prior education (nostrification) early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Czech Koruna
UG Tuition
KΔ75,000/yr
per year Β· CZK
Living Cost
KΔ175,000/yr
per year Β· CZK
PG Tuition
KΔ85,000/yr
per year Β· CZK
Application Fee
$40
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
KΔ250,900/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· CZK
Scholarships AvailableErasmus+, Government Scholarships, University Merit Scholarships, South Moravian Centre for International Mobility (JCMM)
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidSocial grants and accommodation bursaries available for eligible students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Agriculture, Forestry, Business, Economics, Horticulture, Regional Development programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Agronomy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Viticulture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Forestry | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Business | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,500
Average Salary After Graduation
89%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with food production, forestry enterprises, and local business sectors
Industry Connections
AgrofertPrechezaEuropean Forest Institutevarious Czech wine producers
Notable Alumni
Petr Fiala, JiΕΓ GruΕ‘a, VilΓ©m Kraus
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Center, gyms, climbing wall, tennis courts
Student Clubs
ESN MENDELU Brno, Student Union, Hunting Club, Folklore Ensemble
Library Resources
Library and Information Centre, specialized agricultural and forestry archives
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, ISEP, bilateral agreements globally
Summer Programs
Summer School of Food Science, Summer School of Tropical Agriculture