Quick Summary
Based in Split, Croatia, University of Split is a public with roots dating back to 1974. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 20000 students including 3% from outside Croatia. Known for strengths in Oceanography, Marine Sciences, Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Strategic Mediterranean location, world-class marine research, and a high quality of life in a UNESCO heritage city.
Subject Strengths
OceanographyMarine SciencesMedicineLife SciencesCivil Engineering
Founded1974
TypePublic
Total Students20000
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size70 acres
Affiliated HospitalsUniversity Hospital Centre Split (KBC Split)
AccreditationAgency for Science and Higher Education (AZVO)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, Integrated, Doctoral
Programs
20+
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Mediterranean Institute for Life Sciences (MedILS), Science and Technology Park (ST-PANK)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Agency for Science and Higher Education (AZVO)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATOptional (Accepted for Medicine)
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline Β· July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline Β· January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students for Medicine should apply via the specific faculty portal early. EU students apply through the national centralized system.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
β¬3,200/yr
per year Β· EUR
Living Cost
β¬7,800/yr
per year Β· EUR
PG Tuition
β¬4,100/yr
per year Β· EUR
Application Fee
$60
one time Β· USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
β¬11,055/yr
tuition + living + essentials Β· EUR
Scholarships AvailableState scholarships, Erasmus+, STEM scholarships
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidAvailable for domestic and EU students
Work-StudyStudent Service (Student servis) opportunities
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, Integrated, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Kinesiology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Marine Biology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$18,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical and maritime placements
Industry Connections
AD PlasticsEricsson Nikola TeslaRimac Technology
Notable Alumni
Marin ΔiliΔ, Arsen Bauk, BlaΕΎenko Boban
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Federation Split, Poljud Stadium access
Student Clubs
ESN Split, SZST (Student Council), BEST Split
Library Resources
University Library in Split (SveuΔiliΕ‘na knjiΕΎnica u Splitu)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, CEEPUS, SEA-EU Alliance
Summer Programs
Split Summer School, Mediterranean Marine Science Summer School