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Catholic University of Leuven

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Overview

Established in 1425, the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Catholic University of Leuven) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Leuven (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Flemish Brabant. This institution also has branch campuses in Ghent, Brussels and Antwerp. Officially recognized by the Vlaams Ministerie van Onderwijs en Vorming, België (Flemish Ministry of Education and Training of Belgium), Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (KU Leuven) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 45,000-49,999 students) coeducational Belgian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (KU Leuven) 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 600-year-old Belgian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KU Leuven also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Catholic University of Leuven's Control Typepublic

Entity

Catholic University of Leuven's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Catholic University of Leuven' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

Catholic University of Leuven's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) Catholic University of Leuven
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym KU Leuven
Founded 1425 Founded in 1425, but it was closed in 1797 during Napoleonic period. Refounded in 1834. In 1968 it was divided into Université catholique de Louvain and KU Leuven.
Motto Sedes Sapientiae
Seat of Wisdom
Colours Blue and white
Mascot Fons Sapientiae
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University Location

Address Naamsestraat 22
Leuven
3000 Flemish Brabant
Belgium
Catholic University of Leuven's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Catholic University of Leuven Phone Number (16) 324 311
Catholic University of Leuven Fax Number (16) 324 330
Other locations Ghent, Brussels and Antwerp

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Katholieke Universiteit Leuven 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 Katholieke Universiteit Leuven's academic range and degree level offering.



Katholieke Universiteit Leuven: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Catholic University of Leuven's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Katholieke Universiteit Leuven 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 Katholieke Universiteit Leuven.



Catholic University of Leuven: 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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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Catholic University of Leuven's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

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.


Admission Information

Catholic University of Leuven's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Catholic University of Leuven's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

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


Catholic University of Leuven's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven has more than 8500 international students.

Catholic University of Leuven's Admission Office Admission Office

Minderbroedersstraat 8, Bus 5005
Leuven 3000
0496749578


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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 Catholic University of Leuven's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Catholic University of Leuven's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 45,000 to 49,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Catholic University of Leuven's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Catholic University of Leuven's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Catholic University of Leuven's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Catholic University of Leuven's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Catholic University of Leuven's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution 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.


Catholic University of Leuven's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Catholic University of Leuven is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Catholic University of Leuven's Library University Library

Yes Visit Catholic University of Leuven's Library


Catholic University of Leuven's Housing University Housing

Yes


Catholic University of Leuven's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Catholic University of Leuven's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes


University Services


Catholic University of Leuven's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Catholic University of Leuven's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Catholic University of Leuven's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Catholic University of Leuven's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Catholic University of Leuven's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Catholic University of Leuven's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Catholic University of Leuven's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Catholic University of Leuven is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Vlaams Ministerie van Onderwijs en Vorming, België

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1425


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Nederlands-Vlaamse Accreditatieorganisatie (NVAO)


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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 Catholic University of Leuven as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • League of European Research Universities (LERU)
  • Coimbra Group
  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Catholic University of Leuven's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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