 
 
 Founded in 1992, University of Agribusiness and Rural Development is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Plovdiv (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Veliko Tarnovo and Ruse. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Science, University of Agribusiness and Rural Development (UARD) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Bulgarian higher education institution. University of Agribusiness and Rural Development (UARD) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 33-year-old Bulgarian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UARD also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name (Non Latin) | Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите | 
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| Name | University of Agribusiness and Rural Development | 
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| Acronym | UARD | 
| Founded | 1992 | 
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| Address | 78 Dunav Boulevard Plovdiv 4003 Plovdiv Bulgaria | 
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|   | (32) 960 360 | 
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| Other locations | Veliko Tarnovo and Ruse | 
 Institutional Recognition or Accreditation
 Institutional Recognition or AccreditationUniversity of Agribusiness and Rural Development is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education and Science
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2013
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Agribusiness and Rural Development 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 Agribusiness and Rural Development's academic range and degree level offering.
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Agribusiness and Rural Development 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 Agribusiness and Rural Development.
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| Local students | 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) | 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) | 
| International students | 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) | 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) | 
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 Gender Admission
 Gender Admission Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.
 Admission Selection
 Admission Selection Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
 Admission Rate
 Admission Rate Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите 's acceptance rate is not reported.
 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
 International Students
 International Students Yes
     
 Admission Office
 Admission Office Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
 Student Enrollment
 Student Enrollment Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.
 Academic Staff
 Academic Staff Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.
 Control Type
 Control Type Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите 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.
 Entity Type
 Entity Type Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите 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.
 Campus Setting
 Campus Setting Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.
 Academic Calendar
 Academic Calendar Висше училище по агробизнес и развитие на регионите 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.
 Disabled Students %
 Disabled Students % Not reported
 Religious Affiliation
 Religious Affiliation None.
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 Sport Facilities/Activities
 Sport Facilities/Activities Yes
      
 Institutional Hospital
 Institutional Hospital Not reported
 Financial Aid
 Financial Aid Yes
      
 Study Abroad
 Study Abroad Yes
      
 Distance Learning
 Distance Learning Yes
     
The Distance Learning Centre at the University of Agribusiness and Rural Development was established in response to society's demand for distance education. Currently, the Centre offers Bachelor's degree programs in Agricultural Economics, Business Management, Economics of Tourism, and Finance. It also provides Master's degree programs in Business Management and Finance and Banking. The courses are taught by renowned professors, associate professors, and assistants, as well as experienced experts from the industry. Students receive both theoretical and practical training, ensuring the international standard of knowledge and skills acquired.
The diplomas awarded through distance learning hold the same equivalence as those obtained through full-time attendance, adhering to the curriculum content and required credit hours in the respective specialties, as specified in Article 4 of the Ordinance on the State Requirements for Organization of Distance Learning in Higher Schools.
 Academic Counseling
 Academic Counseling Yes
 Career Services
 Career Services Yes
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 Open Education Global
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