Quick Summary
Universidad Pontificia Comillas is a private (catholic) founded in 1890, located in Madrid, Spain. Ranked #611-620 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 15200 students including 18% from outside Spain. Known for strengths in Theology, Law, Business and Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 30%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines Jesuit educational excellence with market-leading employability in Law, Business, and Engineering.
Subject Strengths
TheologyLawBusiness and ManagementElectrical and Electronic Engineering
Founded1890
TypePrivate (Catholic)
Total Students15200
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsClinica Universidad de Navarra, San Rafael Hospital
AccreditationANECA, AACSB (ICADE Business School)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#611-620
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801–1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Executive Education
Programs
Theology, Law, Engineering, Economics and Business Administration, Philosophy, Psychology
PhD Programs
Master in International Development Cooperation, various executive certificates
Online Programs
Institute for Research in Technology (IIT), University Institute for Migration Studies (IUEM), Institute of Family Studies
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ANECA, AACSB (ICADE Business School)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate30%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA7
GRENot Available
GMAT600
SAT1200
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the psychometric entrance exams (specifically for ICADE and ICAI) and prepare for a personal interview emphasizing social values.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€14,000/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€12,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€17,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$125
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€26,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableComillas Alumni Scholarships, Collaboration Scholarships, Ministry of Education Grants
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidGrants and loans available based on academic merit and financial need
Work-StudyInternal collaboration grants for services like libraries or research support
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Executive Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law (ICADE) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Business Administration (ICADE) | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Industrial Engineering (ICAI) | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Psychology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$42,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory internships for most programs with over 2,500 partner companies
Industry Connections
Strong ties with IBEX 35 companiesmajor law firms (GarriguesCuatrecasas)and engineering giants
Notable Alumni
Enrique Barón Crespo (former President of European Parliament), Jaime Caruana (former Governor of Bank of Spain)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
University-affiliated residences and housing search support
Sports Facilities
Sports complex in Cantoblanco campus, gym, and various sports teams
Student Clubs
Debate Society, ICAI Racing Team, Solidarity Groups, Theater Club
Library Resources
Extensive digital repository and 6 physical libraries including the historic Pérez de Ayala library
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Global Exchange Program with 500+ partner universities
Summer Programs
International Business and Law Summer School