Quick Summary
Situated in Košice, Slovakia, Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice is a public established in 1959. Ranked #641-650 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7250 students including 28% from outside Slovakia. Known for strengths in Medicine, Physics, Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly ranked for medical and natural sciences in Central Europe, offering English-taught programs with lower tuition fees compared to Western Europe and a high quality of life in Košice.
Subject Strengths
MedicinePhysicsAstronomyBiological Sciences
Founded1959
TypePublic
Total Students7250
Intl Students28%
Faculty Ratio11
CampusUrban
Campus SizeUrban distributed
Affiliated HospitalsL. Pasteur University Hospital (UNLP), Children's Faculty Hospital Košice
AccreditationSlovak Accreditation Agency for Higher Education (SAAVŠ), European University Association (EUA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#641-650
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
Bachelor, Master, Doctoral (PhD.), Doctor of General Medicine (MUDr.), Doctor of Dental Medicine (MDDr.)
Programs
Available in all 5 faculties including Natural Sciences, Medicine, Law, Public Administration, and Arts
PhD Programs
Limited blended learning options available
Online Programs
Center of Excellence for Research in Progressive Materials (PROMATECH), Laboratory of Extremely Low Temperatures
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Slovak Accreditation Agency for Higher Education (SAAVŠ), European University Association (EUA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · 2025-02-28
SPRINGApplication Deadline · 2025-11-30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For the Faculty of Medicine, focus heavily on the biology and chemistry entrance examination syllabus. International students should apply early for visa processing and nostrification of previous degrees.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€10,500/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€6,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€11,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€17,350/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableState Scholarship of the SR, National Scholarship Programme, University Incentive Scholarship, Rector's Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidSocial scholarships available for domestic and EU students based on financial need
Work-StudyLimited opportunities within university departments and research projects
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Doctoral (PhD.), Doctor of General Medicine (MUDr.), Doctor of Dental Medicine (MDDr.) programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Dental Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Physics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Applied Informatics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$22,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical rotations for medical students; IT internships with partners in Košice IT Valley
Industry Connections
Košice IT ValleyT-SystemsGlobalLogicSlovak Academy of Sciences
Notable Alumni
Rudolf Schuster (Former President of Slovakia), Richard Raši (Politician)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, University Dormitories (Meda, Popradská)
Sports Facilities
University Sports Center, swimming pools, fitness centers, tennis courts
Student Clubs
Student Council, Erasmus Student Network (ESN), Association of Medical Students in Košice (SMMK)
Library Resources
University Library of UPJŠ with extensive digital databases and medical literature
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, National Scholarship Programme (NSP)
Summer Programs
Summer School of Law, Summer School of Physics