Quick Summary
Since 1963, University of Oradea has been one of Romania's prominent publics, based in Oradea. Ranked #1401+ globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 14500 students including 8.5% from outside Romania. Known for strengths in Medicine, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, it maintains an acceptance rate of 68%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Affordable tuition fees compared to Western Europe, high-standard medical education, and a safe, multicultural city with a high quality of life.
Subject Strengths
MedicineElectrical EngineeringEnvironmental StudiesEducation
Founded1963
TypePublic
Total Students14500
Intl Students8.5%
Faculty Ratio17
CampusUrban
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsCounty Clinical Emergency Hospital of Oradea,Clinical Hospital of Infectious Diseases Oradea
AccreditationARACIS (Romanian Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1401+
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
Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Postgraduate Certificate
Programs
Biology,Economics,Industrial Engineering,History,Theology,Geography,Mathematics
PhD Programs
Limited professional development courses available online
Online Programs
Institute for Research, Development and Innovation,Research Center in Information Technology and Communications
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ARACIS (Romanian Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate68%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should ensure their high school diplomas are validated by the Romanian Ministry of Education (CNRED) early; Medicine programs require early submission due to high demand.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Romanian Leu
UG Tuition
RON17,500/yr
per year ยท RON
Living Cost
RON30,000/yr
per year ยท RON
PG Tuition
RON19,300/yr
per year ยท RON
Application Fee
$60
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
RON47,780/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท RON
Scholarships AvailableRomanian Government Scholarships,Erasmus+ Grants,University Merit Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidState-subsidized tuition for eligible EU/EEA citizens,Social aid for disadvantaged students
Work-StudyAvailable through campus administrative departments,Erasmus+ traineeships
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Postgraduate Certificate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Dentistry | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Industrial Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| International Relations | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
74%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory internships integrated into curriculum for technical and medical faculties
Industry Connections
Continental AutomotivePlexus CorpEmerson ElectricFaist Mekatronic
Notable Alumni
Various regional mayors,Leading medical practitioners in Northwest Romania
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Multipurpose Sports Hall,Swimming Pool,Football Fields,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
Erasmus Student Network (ESN),Association of Medical Students Oradea,Youth Student Union
Library Resources
Central University Library of Oradea,Online access to Elsevier, SpringerLink, and Web of Science
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,CEEPUS,Bilateral agreements with Chinese and US universities
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Bio-Informatics,Romanian Language and Culture Courses