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About
The University of Tartu is Estonia's oldest and largest national university, founded in 1632 by King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden. Located in Tartu, a vibrant university city where roughly one in five residents is a student, it is a leading center of research and education in Northern Europe. The university is particularly known for its strengths in fields such as molecular and cell biology, laser medicine, materials science, and computer science, consistently ranking among the top 1% of the world's most-cited universities in several research areas.
UNIREAL Score
78/100A 0–100 score. For most universities it reflects research activity (publications indexed by OpenAlex); ranking, awards and student achievements are added where we have them. How is this calculated?
- Research activity
- 78
Overview
- Country
- Estonia
- City
- Tartu
- Established
- 1632
- Students
- 15,573
- Programs
- 188
- Tuition (yearly)
- €4,800
- Admission period
- September – September
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Frequently asked questions
Where is University of Tartu?
University of Tartu is located in Tartu, Estonia.
How much does it cost to study at University of Tartu?
Typical yearly tuition at University of Tartu is about €4,800. Fees vary by program and are often higher for students from outside the EU, so confirm the current amount on the university’s website.
When can I apply to University of Tartu?
Admission at University of Tartu usually runs September – September.
What can I study at University of Tartu?
University of Tartu offers about 188 programs, including Business Administration, Medicine, Science and Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering.
What is the UNIREAL Score of University of Tartu?
University of Tartu has a UNIREAL Score of 78/100, calculated from: research activity.
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