Quick Summary
Public in Koper, Slovenia — University of Primorska, est. 2003. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5780 students including 18% from outside Slovenia. Known for strengths in Mathematics, Biodiversity, Tourism and Hospitality, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly internationalized environment, unique Mediterranean location, strong research focus in niche fields like Wood Science and Mathematics.
Subject Strengths
MathematicsBiodiversityTourism and HospitalityBioinformatics
Founded2003
TypePublic
Total Students5780
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio14
CampusUrban / Coastal
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsGeneral Hospital Izola (Splošna bolnišnica Izola)
AccreditationNAKVIS (Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
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, Doctoral programs across Humanities, Management, Mathematics, Health Sciences, Education, and Tourism
Programs
Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics and Management, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health Sciences
PhD Programs
Blended learning options available for specific modules in Management and Education
Online Programs
Andrej Marušič Institute (UP IAM), InnoRenew CoE, Institute for Kinesiology Research
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAKVIS (Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 20 (First Call), August 20 (Second Call)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · Not applicable (Main intake in Fall)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit secondary education certificates early for recognition; focus on specific prerequisite subjects for Mathematics and Health Science tracks.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€3,000/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€7,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,700/yr
per year · EUR
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€11,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableScholarship Fund of the University of Primorska, Ad Futura Scholarships, Zois Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable for EU citizens and students from countries with bilateral agreements
Work-StudyAvailable through the Student Service (Študentski servis)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral programs across Humanities, Management, Mathematics, Health Sciences, Education, and Tourism programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Management | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Tourism | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Applied Kinesiology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Biodiversity | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$28,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with regional tourism and logistics industries (Port of Koper)
Industry Connections
Luka KoperInnoRenew CoE industrial partnersTourism Board Portorož
Notable Alumni
Maja Makovec Brenčič, various regional business and political leaders
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Association of Primorska, outdoor coastal facilities, local fitness centers
Student Clubs
Student Organization of the University of Primorska (ŠOUP), various interest-based clubs
Library Resources
University Library of Primorska, Departmental libraries with digital access to international databases
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, bilateral agreements with non-EU universities
Summer Programs
Mathematics and Biodiversity Summer Schools, Slovenian Language Courses