Quick Summary
Since 1735, University of Miskolc has been one of Hungary's prominent publics, based in Miskolc. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9500 students including 8% from outside Hungary. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Material Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Steeped in a 300-year history since the Bergschola, it offers a unique green campus lifestyle and heavy industrial integration perfect for engineering and technical students.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMaterial SciencesMechanical EngineeringLawEarth Sciences
Founded1735
TypePublic
Total Students9500
Intl Students8%
Faculty Ratio12.5
CampusUnified Green Campus
Campus Size85 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsBorsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County Central Hospital and University Teaching Hospital
AccreditationHungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB)
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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,Doctorate,Undivided Programs,Vocational Training
Programs
Mikoviny Sámuel Doctoral School of Earth Sciences,Hatvany József Doctoral School of Computer Science and Engineering,Selye János Doctoral School of Clinical Medicine,István Deák Doctoral School of Law
PhD Programs
Distance Learning in Business Administration,E-learning components in Engineering
Online Programs
Center for Excellence in Raw Materials and Material Science,Institute of Nanotechnology,Smart Manufacturing Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Hungarian Accreditation Committee (MAB)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15 (Stipendium Hungaricum), June 15 (Self-paying)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should focus on their motivation letter and align their past academic performance with the specific engineering or technical field applied for.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Hungarian Forint
UG Tuition
Ft2,000,000/yr
per year · HUF
Living Cost
Ft2,600,000/yr
per year · HUF
PG Tuition
Ft2,400,000/yr
per year · HUF
Application Fee
$150
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Ft5,055,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · HUF
Scholarships AvailableStipendium Hungaricum,Erasmus+,Christian Young People Scholarship,Miskolc University Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidSocial grants available for Hungarian residents; performance-based stipends for internationals.
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctorate,Undivided Programs,Vocational Training programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Materials Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Earth Sciences and Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Legal Studies | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$19,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong regional partnerships with automotive and industrial sectors in Northern Hungary.
Industry Connections
BOSCHMOL GroupLEGO GroupOTP BankContinental AG
Notable Alumni
Ferenc Mádl,Judit Varga,László Palkovics
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Athletics Center,Kemény Dénes Swimming Pool,University Sports Hall,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Erasmus Student Network (ESN),Miskolc University Student Union (MEHÖK),Selmec Traditionalist Circles
Library Resources
Selmeci Library,University Library and Archives,Centralized Digital Repository
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,CEEPUS,Campus Mundi
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Raw Materials,Hungarian Language and Culture Summer Course