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Andalas University

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Overview

Universitas Andalas (Andalas University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large city of Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia. This institution also has a branch campus in Payakumbuh and Dharmasraya. Founded in 1956, Universitas Andalas (UNAND) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi. UNAND provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 70-year-old Indonesian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 40-49%. This makes it an averagely selective. International students are welcome to apply. UNAND 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.

Snapshot

Control

Andalas University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Andalas University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Andalas University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Andalas University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name (English) Andalas University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UNAND
Founded 1956
Motto Untuk Kedjajaan Bangsa
For the Glory of Nation
Colours Green
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Location

Address Jalan Dr. Mohammad Hatta, Kampus Limau Manis
Padang
25163 West Sumatra
Indonesia
Andalas University's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Andalas University Phone Number (751) 71181
Andalas University Fax Number (751) 71085
Other locations Payakumbuh and Dharmasraya

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Website

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Andalas University's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Andalas University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1956


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universitas Andalas's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Badan Akreditasi Nasional Perguruan Tinggi (BAN-PT) A Ranking


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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 Andalas University 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

Andalas University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Andalas University 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 Andalas University's academic range and degree level offering.



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

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Programs and Courses

Andalas University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Andalas University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Andalas University 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 Andalas University.



Andalas University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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 Andalas University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Andalas University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Andalas University Admission Info


Andalas University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Andalas University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Andalas University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Andalas University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely 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


Andalas University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Andalas University's Admission Office Admission Office

Gedung Rektorat, Jalan Dr. Mohammad Hatta, Kampus Limau Manis
Padang 25163
751 71301
811 668 6000

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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 Andalas University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Andalas University Size and Profile


Andalas University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Andalas University has a student enrollment ranging from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Andalas University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Andalas University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Andalas University's Control Type Control Type

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


Andalas University's Entity Type Entity Type

Andalas University 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.


Andalas University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Andalas University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Andalas University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Andalas University 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.


Andalas University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Andalas University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Andalas University Facilities


Andalas University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Andalas University's Library


Andalas University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Andalas University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Andalas University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Andalas University Services


Andalas University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Andalas University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Andalas University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Andalas University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Andalas University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Andalas University Organisational Structure

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

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  • Faculty of Agriculture
  • Faculty of Medical Studies
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Animal Husbandry
  • Faculty of Humanities
  • Faculty of Social and Political Sciences
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Pharmacy
  • Faculty of Agricultural Technology
  • Faculty of Nursing
  • Faculty of Public Health
  • Faculty of Information Technology
  • Faculty of Dentistry

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Memberships and Affiliations

Andalas University Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)


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Social Media

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andalas University public or private?

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

Is Andalas University profit or non-profit?

Andalas University 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 Andalas University in terms of enrollment?

Andalas University has a student enrollment ranging from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

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

Andalas University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.

Is Andalas University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Andalas University use?

Andalas University 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 Andalas University affiliated with?

None.

Does Andalas University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Andalas University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Andalas University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. 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 Andalas University UNAND?

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 Andalas University UNAND located?

Andalas University is located in Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia. Address: Jalan Dr. Mohammad Hatta, Kampus Limau Manis.

Is Andalas University UNAND accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Andalas University is accredited by Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi (since 1956).

Does Andalas University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Andalas University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Andalas University have a university library?

Yes

Does Andalas University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Andalas University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Andalas University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Andalas University offer career services?

Yes

Does Andalas University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Andalas University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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