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University of Tirana

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Overview

Universiteti i Tiranës (University of Tirana) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Tirana, Albania. This institution also has a branch campus in Saranda. Founded in 1957, Universiteti i Tiranës (UT) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Agjencia e Sigurimit të Cilësisë në Arsimin e Lartë. UT provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 69-year-old Albanian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Its acceptance rate is 20-29%. This makes it a very selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

University of Tirana's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Tirana's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Tirana' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Tirana's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

Name (English) University of Tirana
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UT
Founded 1957 Merger of five existing institutions of higher education
Motto Drejt së Ardhmes
Looking towards the future
Colours Black and red
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Location

Address Sheshi Nënë Tereza 4
Tirana
1010 Tirana
Albania
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University of Tirana Phone Number (4) 222 840
University of Tirana Fax Number (4) 222 3981
Other locations Saranda

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University of Tirana's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Tirana is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Agjencia e Sigurimit të Cilësisë në Arsimin e Lartë

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1957


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universiteti i Tiranës's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Tirana as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Tirana Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Tirana is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Tirana's academic range and degree level offering.



Universiteti i Tiranës: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Tirana Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Tirana Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Tirana categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Tirana.



University of Tirana: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Tirana Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Tirana website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Tirana Admission Info


University of Tirana's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Tirana is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Tirana's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Tirana has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Tirana's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Tirana's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Tirana's Admission Office Admission Office

Sheshi Nene Tereza
Tirana 1001
(4) 222 8402


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Size and Profile

University of Tirana Size and Profile


University of Tirana's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of TiranaThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Tirana's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Tirana's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Tirana's Control Type Control Type

University of Tirana is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Tirana's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Tirana is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Tirana's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Tirana's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Tirana's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Tirana adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Tirana's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Tirana is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Tirana Facilities


University of Tirana's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Tirana's Library


University of Tirana's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Tirana's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Tirana's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Tirana Services


University of Tirana's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


University of Tirana's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Tirana's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

University of Tirana's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


University of Tirana's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

University of Tirana Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universiteti i Tiranës consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Universiteti i Tiranës
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Natural Sciences
  • Faculty of History and Philology
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Economic Sciences
  • Faculty of Foreign Languages
  • Institute of European Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Tirana Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universiteti i Tiranës's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Tirana public or private?

University of Tirana is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Tirana profit or non-profit?

University of Tirana is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Tirana in terms of enrollment?

University of TiranaThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Tirana in terms of academic staff?

University of Tirana's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is University of Tirana a coeducational institution?

University of Tirana is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Tirana use?

University of Tirana adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is University of Tirana affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Tirana admit international students?

Yes.

What is University of Tirana's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Tirana's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend University of Tirana UT?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Tirana UT located?

University of Tirana is located in Tirana, Tirana, Albania. Address: Sheshi Nënë Tereza 4.

Is University of Tirana UT accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Tirana is accredited by Agjencia e Sigurimit të Cilësisë në Arsimin e Lartë (since 1957).

Does University of Tirana offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does University of Tirana offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Tirana have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Tirana provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Tirana have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Tirana offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does University of Tirana offer career services?

Not reported

Does University of Tirana offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does University of Tirana have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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