Quick Summary
University of Lisbon (Universidade de Lisboa) is a public founded in 1911, located in Lisbon, Portugal. Ranked #260 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 50000 students including 18% from outside Portugal. Known for strengths in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Agriculture and Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the largest and most prestigious university in Portugal, located in a vibrant European capital with strong research output and high employability for STEM graduates.
Subject Strengths
Civil EngineeringArchitectureAgriculture and ForestryMarine EngineeringPharmacy and PharmacologyArts and Design
Founded1911
TypePublic
Total Students50000
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio13.5
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus SizeMultiple urban sites
Affiliated HospitalsCentro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Norte (Hospital de Santa Maria),Hospital Pulido Valente
AccreditationA3ES - Agency for Evaluation and Accreditation of Higher Education
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#260
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Integrated Master's,Master's,Doctorate (PhD),Postgraduate Diplomas
Programs
100
PhD Programs
15
Online Programs
70
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
A3ES - Agency for Evaluation and Accreditation of Higher Education
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA10/20 (Portuguese Scale)
GRENot required for most programs
GMATRequired for some MBA and Management programs
SATAccepted for international undergraduate applicants in lieu of national exams
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March - June (Multiple phases)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October - November (Select programs only)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on your national entrance exam scores or equivalent international qualifications. For Técnico (IST), strong mathematics and physics backgrounds are essential. Early application (Phase 1) is highly recommended for international students.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€3,500/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€10,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€4,100/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€14,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Integrated Master's,Master's,Doctorate (PhD),Postgraduate Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Engineering (Instituto Superior Técnico) | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics and Management (ISEG) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with major Portuguese and European corporations through institutional career offices.
Industry Connections
EDPGalpDeloitteNokiaVolkswagen Digital Solutions
Notable Alumni
Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa (President of Portugal),António Guterres (Secretary-General of the United Nations),António Costa (Former Prime Minister of Portugal),Jorge Sampaio (Former President of Portugal)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Stadium of Lisbon (EULisboa) including swimming pools, tennis courts, and football fields.
Student Clubs
150
Library Resources
Over 35 specialized libraries with extensive digital archives and rare historical collections.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Santander Universities, and Protocolo com Universidades Brasileiras.
Summer Programs
Available