University Overview
Established in 1971, Universiteti Eqrem Çabej, Gjirokastër (Eqrem Çabej University of Gjirokastra) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Gjirokastër (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Gjirokaster. Officially recognized by the Agjencia e Sigurimit të Cilësisë në Arsimin e Lartë (Quality Assurance Agency in Higher Education), Universiteti Eqrem Çabej, Gjirokastër (UGJ) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Albanian higher education institution. Universiteti Eqrem Çabej, Gjirokastër (UGJ) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 54-year-old Albanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Albanian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UGJ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | Universiteti Eqrem Çabej, Gjirokastër |
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| Name (English) | Eqrem Çabej University of Gjirokastra |
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| Acronym | UGJ |
| Founded | 1971 As Higher Institute of Pedagogy, then University since 1991 |
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| Address | Lagjia 18 Shtatori Gjirokastër 6002 Gjirokaster Albania |
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(842) 63 408 |
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(842) 63 776 |
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