Quick Summary
Since 1218, University of Salamanca has been one of Spain's prominent publics, based in Salamanca. Ranked #453 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28500 students including 16% from outside Spain. Known for strengths in Modern Languages, Arts and Humanities, Law, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the oldest university in the Hispanic world and a global benchmark for the teaching of the Spanish language.
Subject Strengths
Modern LanguagesArts and HumanitiesLawEducationPharmacy
Founded1218
TypePublic
Total Students28500
Intl Students16%
Faculty Ratio12.4
CampusUrban
Campus Size30 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsComplejo Asistencial Universitario de Salamanca
AccreditationAgencia Nacional de Evaluación de la Calidad y Acreditación (ANECA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#453
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801–1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701–800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Master's,Doctorate,International Diplomas
Programs
41
PhD Programs
28
Online Programs
Cancer Research Center (CIC),Institute of Neuroscience of Castile and Leon (INCYL),Center for Pulse Lasers (CLPU)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Agencia Nacional de Evaluación de la Calidad y Acreditación (ANECA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA7
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 10
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For international students, credential validation via UNEDasiss is mandatory. Applicants for Spanish Philology should demonstrate C1 level proficiency.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,250/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€2,600/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$65
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€10,110/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableMEC State Scholarships,USAL Excellence Grants,AUIP Scholarships,Erasmus+
Avg Scholarship$2,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Master's,Doctorate,International Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish Philology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Biotechnology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Administration | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$34,000
Average Salary After Graduation
76%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong
Industry Connections
Banco SantanderTelefónicaIBM SpainIndra
Notable Alumni
Miguel de Cervantes,Hernán Cortés,Adolfo Suárez,Miguel de Unamuno
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Polideportivo Universitario,Fitness centers,Athletic tracks,Tennis courts
Student Clubs
Erasmus Student Network (ESN),University Choir,Debate Society,Theater Group
Library Resources
Biblioteca General Histórica (holding over 2,800 manuscripts and 40,000 ancient books)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Coimbra Group,ISEP,Stella Program
Summer Programs
Cursos de Lengua y Cultura Españolas (since 1929)