Quick Summary
Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1948. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 20500 students including 6% from outside Romania. Known for strengths in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Cluj-Napoca is a leading European IT hub; the university offers high-quality technical education at affordable costs compared to Western Europe.
Subject Strengths
Electrical & Electronic EngineeringComputer ScienceMechanical EngineeringCivil Engineering
Founded1948
TypePublic
Total Students20500
Intl Students6%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationARACIS, EUR-ACE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Programs
Automation, Computers and Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
28 research centers including the Computer Science Research Center and the Additive Manufacturing Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ARACIS, EUR-ACE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA7
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท July 25
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Technical proficiency in mathematics and physics is essential; early application for non-EU students is recommended for visa processing.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Romanian Leu
UG Tuition
RON4,500/yr
per year ยท RON
Living Cost
RON32,000/yr
per year ยท RON
PG Tuition
RON5,000/yr
per year ยท RON
Application Fee
$60
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
RON41,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท RON
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Automation and Applied Informatics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electronics and Telecommunications | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$15,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with multinational IT and engineering companies in Cluj-Napoca.
Industry Connections
BoschEmersonContinentalMicrosoftBitdefenderRenault
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
UTCN Swimming Pool, Multipurpose Sports Hall, Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
OSUT (Student Organization), BEST Cluj-Napoca, Erasmus Student Network
Library Resources
UTCN Central Library with extensive digital database access
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, Fulbright
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Advanced Engineering