Quick Summary
Private catholic in Murcia, Spain — UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia, est. 1996. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 20000 students including 15% from outside Spain. Known for strengths in Sports Science, Hospitality & Leisure Management, Business & Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Known as the premier university for athletes globally, offering personalized tutoring and exceptional sports science research.
Subject Strengths
Sports ScienceHospitality & Leisure ManagementBusiness & ManagementNursing
Founded1996
TypePrivate Catholic
Total Students20000
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusSuburban
Campus Size25 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHospital General Universitario Los Arcos del Mar Menor, Hospital Clínico Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca
AccreditationANECA (National Agency for Quality Assessment and Accreditation of Spain)
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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
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Executive Education, Vocational Training
Programs
Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Sports Sciences, Business Administration
PhD Programs
Large selection of online Masters and Bachelors via UCAM Online University
Online Programs
High Performance Sport Research Center (CIARD), Center for the Study of Catholic Social Teaching
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ANECA (National Agency for Quality Assessment and Accreditation of Spain)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Early application is recommended for Health Science programs like Dentistry and Medicine which have high demand and specific entrance exams.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€9,800/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,400/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€7,900/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$150
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€18,340/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAcademic Merit Scholarships, Sports Scholarships, Erasmus+ Grants, MEC Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidInstallment payment plans available
Work-StudyAvailable for registered students in administrative and library services
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Executive Education, Vocational Training programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Dentistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| MBA | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$32,000
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong partnerships with international companies like Coca-Cola, Santander, and sports federations
Industry Connections
Strong ties with the Spanish Olympic Committee (COE) and global sports industry
Notable Alumni
Mireia Belmonte, Carolina Marín, Saúl Craviotto, Ruth Beitia
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Off-campus housing assistance and partner student residences
Sports Facilities
High Performance Sport Center, Gym, Football pitches, Athletics track
Student Clubs
UCAM E-sports, University Choir, Theater Group, Volunteer Club
Library Resources
Monastery of Los Jerónimos Library, Extensive digital repository
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, ISEP, Santander Universities programs
Summer Programs
Spanish Language and Culture, Sports Management Summer School