Quick Summary
Universitas Sumatera Utara is a public founded in 1952, located in Medan, Indonesia. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 38500 students including 1.5% from outside Indonesia. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Medicine, Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier institution in Sumatra with strong industrial links in agriculture and natural resources.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryMedicineEngineeringSocial Sciences
Founded1952
TypePublic
Total Students38500
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio19.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size120 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsRumah Sakit Universitas Sumatera Utara (RS USU)
AccreditationBAN-PT (Unggul)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master, Doctorate, Specialist, Vocational
Programs
Available in Medicine, Law, Economics, Engineering, Agriculture, and more
PhD Programs
Hybrid/Blended learning options available through USU Open CourseWare
Online Programs
Center of Excellence for Natural Resources-Based Technology, Center for Tropical Medicine
Research Centers
High
Research Output
BAN-PT (Unggul)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL500
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on SNBP/SNBT scores for locals; International applicants should prepare BIPA certification.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indonesian Rupiah
UG Tuition
Rp10,000,000/yr
per year · IDR
Living Cost
Rp45,000,000/yr
per year · IDR
PG Tuition
Rp18,500,000/yr
per year · IDR
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Rp55,500,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · IDR
Scholarships AvailableKIP-Kuliah, Bank Indonesia, Djarum Beasiswa Plus, PPA
Avg Scholarship$450
Financial AidUKT Reduction and Installment schemes available
Work-StudyLimited to administrative internships
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master, Doctorate, Specialist, Vocational programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Accounting | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$5,200
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Pertamina, Unilever, and regional SOEs
Industry Connections
Collaboration with PT InalumPT Perkebunan Nusantaraand local government agencies
Notable Alumni
Tengku Erry Nuradi, Sofyan Tan, Akhyar Nasution
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Stadium, Swimming Pool, Indoor Gym, Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Over 40 organizations including Arts, Sports, and Academic societies
Library Resources
Main Library with extensive digital repository and regional archives
Exchange Programs
AIMS, Erasmus+, IISMA
Summer Programs
USU International Summer School on Tropical Medicine