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Université Libre de Bruxelles

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Overview

Université Libre de Bruxelles (Free University of Brussels) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Brussels, Belgium. This institution also has a branch campus in Charleroi. Established in 1834, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Direction générale de l'Enseignement non obligatoire et de la Recherche scientifique. ULB provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. International applicants are eligible to apply. ULB also provides students with 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

Université Libre de Bruxelles's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Université Libre de Bruxelles's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Université Libre de Bruxelles' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Université Libre de Bruxelles's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name
Name (English) Free University of Brussels
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym ULB
Founded 1834 Established under the name  Université libre de Belgique, that was changed into the name it carries today in 1836.
Motto Scientia Vincere Tenebras
Conquering darkness by science
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Location

Address Avenue Franklin Roosevelt, 50
Brussels
1050 Brussels
Belgium
Université Libre de Bruxelles's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Université Libre de Bruxelles Phone Number (2) 650 2111
Université Libre de Bruxelles Fax Number (2) 650 3595
Other locations Charleroi

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Free University of Brussels's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Université Libre de Bruxelles is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Direction générale de l'Enseignement non obligatoire et de la Recherche scientifique

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2004


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Université Libre de Bruxelles's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)


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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 Université Libre de Bruxelles 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

Université Libre de Bruxelles Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Université Libre de Bruxelles 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 Université Libre de Bruxelles's academic range and degree level offering.



Université Libre de Bruxelles: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Université Libre de Bruxelles Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Université Libre de Bruxelles Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Université Libre de Bruxelles 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 Université Libre de Bruxelles.



Université Libre de Bruxelles: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)

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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 Université Libre de Bruxelles Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Université Libre de Bruxelles website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Université Libre de Bruxelles's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Université Libre de Bruxelles is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Université Libre de Bruxelles has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Université Libre de Bruxelles's acceptance rate is not available.


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


Université Libre de Bruxelles's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Université Libre de Bruxelles has more than 8700 international students.


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Université Libre de Bruxelles's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Université Libre de Bruxelles Size and Profile


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Université Libre de BruxellesThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Université Libre de Bruxelles's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Control Type Control Type

Université Libre de Bruxelles is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Entity Type Entity Type

Université Libre de Bruxelles 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.


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Université Libre de Bruxelles's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Université Libre de Bruxelles adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Université Libre de Bruxelles is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Université Libre de Bruxelles's Library University Library

Yes Visit Université Libre de Bruxelles's Library


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Housing University Housing

Yes


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes

Université Libre de Bruxelles Services


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Université Libre de Bruxelles's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Université Libre de Bruxelles Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Université Libre de Bruxelles consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Université Libre de Bruxelles
  • Faculty of Philosophy and Letters
  • Faculty of Law and Criminological Science
  • Faculty of Social and Political Sciences
  • Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management
  • Faculty of Psychological Science and of Education
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • School of Public Health
  • Faculty of Motor Science
  • Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Faculty of Applied Sciences
  • Institute of European Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

Université Libre de Bruxelles Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Université Libre de Bruxelles'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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Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Université Libre de Bruxelles public or private?

Université Libre de Bruxelles is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Université Libre de Bruxelles profit or non-profit?

Université Libre de Bruxelles 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 Université Libre de Bruxelles in terms of enrollment?

Université Libre de BruxellesThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Université Libre de Bruxelles in terms of academic staff?

Université Libre de Bruxelles's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is Université Libre de Bruxelles a coeducational institution?

Université Libre de Bruxelles is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Université Libre de Bruxelles use?

Université Libre de Bruxelles adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.

What religion is Université Libre de Bruxelles affiliated with?

None.

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles admit international students?

Yes. Université Libre de Bruxelles has more than 8700 international students.

What is Université Libre de Bruxelles's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Université Libre de Bruxelles's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Université Libre de Bruxelles ULB?

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

Where is Université Libre de Bruxelles ULB located?

Université Libre de Bruxelles is located in Brussels, Brussels, Belgium. Address: Avenue Franklin Roosevelt, 50.

Is Université Libre de Bruxelles ULB accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Université Libre de Bruxelles is accredited by Direction générale de l'Enseignement non obligatoire et de la Recherche scientifique (since 2004).

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles have a university library?

Yes

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles offer career services?

Not reported

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Université Libre de Bruxelles have an institutional hospital?

Yes

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