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Universidad de Alcalá

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Overview

Universidad de Alcalá (University of Alcalá) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Alcalá de Henares, Community of Madrid, Spain. This institution also has a branch campus in Guadalajara. Founded in 1499, Universidad de Alcalá (UAH) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Ministerio de Universidades, España. UAH provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas 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 527-year-old Spanish 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. UAH also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Universidad de Alcalá's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universidad de Alcalá's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universidad de Alcalá' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Universidad de Alcalá's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Alcalá
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UAH
Founded 1499
Motto
Colours Blue and white
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Location

Address Colegio San Idelfonso, Plaza de San Diego, s/n
Alcalá de Henares
28801 Community of Madrid
Spain
Universidad de Alcalá's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Universidad de Alcalá Phone Number 918854041
Universidad de Alcalá Fax Number 918854069
Other locations Guadalajara

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University of Alcalá's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universidad de Alcalá is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Universidades, España

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

30/06/1977


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universidad de Alcalá's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Universidad de Alcalá you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Universidad de Alcalá Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Universidad de Alcalá 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 Universidad de Alcalá's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidad de Alcalá: 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 Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Universidad de Alcalá Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Universidad de Alcalá Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Universidad de Alcalá 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 Universidad de Alcalá.



Universidad de Alcalá: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Universidad de Alcalá Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Universidad de Alcalá website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Universidad de Alcalá Admission Info


Universidad de Alcalá's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Universidad de Alcalá is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Universidad de Alcalá's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Universidad de Alcalá has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universidad de Alcalá '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


Universidad de Alcalá's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Alcalá has more than 3800 international students.


Universidad de Alcalá's Admission Office Admission Office

Colegio de San Ildefonso. Plaza de San Diego, s/n
Alcalá de Henares 28801
91 885 40 85


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Size and Profile

Universidad de Alcalá Size and Profile


Universidad de Alcalá's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universidad de Alcalá has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Universidad de Alcalá's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Universidad de Alcalá's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Universidad de Alcalá's Control Type Control Type

Universidad de Alcalá is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Universidad de Alcalá's Entity Type Entity Type

Universidad de Alcalá 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.


Universidad de Alcalá's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Universidad de Alcalá's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Universidad de Alcalá's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Universidad de Alcalá 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.


Universidad de Alcalá's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Universidad de Alcalá is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Universidad de Alcalá Facilities


Universidad de Alcalá's Library University Library

Yes Visit Universidad de Alcalá's Library


Universidad de Alcalá's Housing University Housing

Yes


Universidad de Alcalá's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Universidad de Alcalá's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Universidad de Alcalá Services


Universidad de Alcalá's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Universidad de Alcalá's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Universidad de Alcalá's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Universidad de Alcalá's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Universidad de Alcalá's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Universidad de Alcalá Organisational Structure

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

Universidad de Alcalá
  • Faculty of Biology
  • Faculty of Chemistry
  • Faculty of Documentation
  • Faculty of Economics and Business Studies
  • Faculty of Environmental Sciences
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Medicine, Physical Activity and Sports Sciences
  • Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy Nursing
  • Faculty of Nursing and Physiotherapy
  • Faculty of Nursing, Guadalajara
  • Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Faculty of Philosophy and Arts
  • Faculty of Tourism
  • Polytechnic University School
  • School of Business Studies
  • School of Computing
  • School of Teaching
  • Technical School of Architecture and Geodesy
  • Technical School of Construction Engineering

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Memberships and Affiliations

Universidad de Alcalá Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Observatory Magna Charta Universitatum
  • Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)
  • Asociación Universitaria Iberoamericana de Postgrado (AUIP)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universidad de Alcalá public or private?

Universidad de Alcalá is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Universidad de Alcalá profit or non-profit?

Universidad de Alcalá 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 Universidad de Alcalá in terms of enrollment?

Universidad de Alcalá has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Universidad de Alcalá in terms of academic staff?

Universidad de Alcalá's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.

Is Universidad de Alcalá a coeducational institution?

Universidad de Alcalá is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Universidad de Alcalá use?

Universidad de Alcalá 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 Universidad de Alcalá affiliated with?

None.

Does Universidad de Alcalá admit international students?

Yes. University of Alcalá has more than 3800 international students.

What is Universidad de Alcalá's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Universidad de Alcalá 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Universidad de Alcalá UAH?

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

Where is Universidad de Alcalá UAH located?

Universidad de Alcalá is located in Alcalá de Henares, Community of Madrid, Spain. Address: Colegio San Idelfonso, Plaza de San Diego, s/n.

Is Universidad de Alcalá UAH accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Universidad de Alcalá is accredited by Ministerio de Universidades, España (since 30/06/1977).

Does Universidad de Alcalá offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Universidad de Alcalá offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Universidad de Alcalá have a university library?

Yes

Does Universidad de Alcalá provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Universidad de Alcalá have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Universidad de Alcalá offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Universidad de Alcalá offer career services?

Not reported

Does Universidad de Alcalá offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Universidad de Alcalá have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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