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University of Medan Area

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Overview

Universitas Medan Area (University of Medan Area) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Founded in 1983, Universitas Medan Area (UMA) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi. UMA offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 43-year-old Indonesian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 80-89%. It is considered a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. UMA also provides students with 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

University of Medan Area's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Medan Area's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Medan Area' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Medan Area's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name (English) University of Medan Area
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UMA
Founded 1983
Motto Inovatif, Berkepribadian dan Mandiri
Colours Blue
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Location

Address Jalan Kolam No. 1 - Kecamatan Medan Tembung
Medan
20223 North Sumatra
Indonesia
University of Medan Area's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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University of Medan Area Phone Number (61) 736 0168
University of Medan Area Fax Number (61) 763 8012
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University of Medan Area's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1998


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Badan Akreditasi Nasional Perguruan Tinggi (BAN-PT) B 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 University of Medan Area 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 Medan Area Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



Universitas Medan Area: 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
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Medan Area Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Medan Area Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Medan Area 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 Medan Area.



University of Medan Area: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 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 University of Medan Area Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Medan Area website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Medan Area Admission Info


University of Medan Area's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


University of Medan Area's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Medan Area's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least 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 Medan Area's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


University of Medan Area's Admission Office Admission Office

Jalan Kolam No. 1
Medan 20223
(61) 736 0168


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Size and Profile

University of Medan Area Size and Profile


University of Medan Area's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Medan Area has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Medan Area's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Medan Area's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


University of Medan Area's Control Type Control Type

University of Medan Area 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.


University of Medan Area's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Medan Area 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 Medan Area's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Medan Area's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Medan Area 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 Medan Area's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Medan Area is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Medan Area Facilities


University of Medan Area's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Medan Area's Library


University of Medan Area's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Medan Area's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Medan Area's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Medan Area Services


University of Medan Area's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Medan Area's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Medan Area's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

University of Medan Area's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Medan Area's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Medan Area Organisational Structure

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

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  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Agriculture
  • Faculty of Economics
  • Faculty of Law, Faculty of Social and Political Science
  • Faculty of Psychology
  • Faculty of Science and Technology
  • School of Postgraduate Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Medan Area Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • ASEAN University Network (AUN)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Medan Area public or private?

University of Medan Area 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 University of Medan Area profit or non-profit?

University of Medan Area 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 Medan Area in terms of enrollment?

University of Medan Area has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Medan Area in terms of academic staff?

University of Medan Area's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is University of Medan Area a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does University of Medan Area use?

University of Medan Area 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 Medan Area affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Medan Area admit international students?

Yes.

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

University of Medan Area's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least 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 Medan Area UMA?

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 Medan Area UMA located?

University of Medan Area is located in Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Address: Jalan Kolam No. 1 - Kecamatan Medan Tembung.

Is University of Medan Area UMA accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Medan Area is accredited by Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi (since 1998).

Does University of Medan Area offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Medan Area offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Medan Area have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Medan Area provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Medan Area have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Medan Area offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Medan Area offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Medan Area offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Medan Area have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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