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University of Bucharest

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world rank  1150

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Overview

Established in 1864, the Universitatea din București (University of Bucharest) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Bucharest (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministerul Educaţiei și Cercetării, România (Ministry of Education and Research of Romania), Universitatea din București (UB) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Romanian higher education institution. Universitatea din București (UB) 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 161-year-old Romanian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Romanian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UB 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Bucharest's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Bucharest's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Bucharest' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

University of Bucharest's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name (English) University of Bucharest
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UB
Founded 1864
Motto Virtute et Sapientia
Virtue and Wisdom
Colours Navy blue
Mascot
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University Location

Address 90 Panduri Street, Sector 5
Bucharest
050663 Bucharest
Romania
University of Bucharest's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Bucharest Phone Number (21) 305 9730
University of Bucharest Fax Number (21) 313 1760
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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 Universitatea din București 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 Universitatea din București's academic range and degree level offering.



Universitatea din București: 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 University of Bucharest'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 Universitatea din București 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 Universitatea din București.



University of Bucharest: 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		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Bucharest'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

University of Bucharest's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Bucharest's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately 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 Bucharest's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

University of Bucharest has more than 600 international students.

University of Bucharest's Admission Office Admission Office

90 Panduri Street, Sector 5
Bucharest 050663
(21) 305 9730
(21) 307 7322

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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 University of Bucharest'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

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

University of Bucharest's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Bucharest's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


University of Bucharest's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


University of Bucharest's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Bucharest's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Bucharest'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.


University of Bucharest's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Bucharest is None Religious Affiliation

None.


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


University of Bucharest's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Bucharest's Library

The "Carol I" Central University Library of Bucharest plays a vital role in providing a rich and comprehensive information and documentary background for the Romanian academic community. Through its encyclopedic collections, encompassing both traditional and electronic formats, the library offers over 2.4 million volumes covering diverse fields such as literature, psychology, philosophy, law, history, geography-geology, management, economy, mathematics, and more. This vast collection supports the research process and academic pursuits of students and faculty alike.

The library operates through 16 branches, each catering to the specific needs of various faculties, ensuring specialized collections for enhanced research opportunities. Access to electronic databases, national and international inter-library borrowing services, printing, copying, and multimedia support further facilitates the academic journey.

Both the central unit and branch libraries grant free access to e-books, bibliographic references, bibliometric information, and an impressive selection of approximately 65,000 titles from periodical publications. The "I.C. Petrescu" Pedagogical Department, within the central unit, offers teachers' staff from pre-university cycles access to didactic materials, specifically designed for professional certification exam preparation and didactical qualifications.

Despite its primary focus on supporting learning and academic research, the library also hosts special cultural events of great value. Activities such as the Night of the Museums (part of the European Nights of Museums) and the "Strada de C'Arte" festival foster public debates on educational and civic matters, book launches, expositions, and music concerts, contributing to the cultural enrichment of the academic community and the public.

The library stays connected to the global informational circuit through internet services, granting users access to open sources and academic-level databases. This connectivity ensures a high level of scientific knowledge, empowering users with a remarkable potential for study and research opportunities.


University of Bucharest's Housing University Housing

Yes

Universitatea din București offers students a variety of accommodation options:

  • The Grozăvești Complex
  • The Gaudeamus Dormitory
  • The Mihail Kogălniceanu Complex
  • The Poligrafie Dormitory
  • The Theodor Pallady Complex
  • The Stoian Militaru Dormitory
  • The Fundeni Dormitory
  • The C Dormitory – LEU
  • The Măgurele Complex

The University of Bucharest offers approximately 5300 accommodation quarters in these dormitories, providing students with a range of options to choose from.


University of Bucharest's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

The Department of Physical Education and Sports at the University of Bucharest offers a variety of sport activities and facilities for students across all faculties. Emphasizing permanent education through movement, the department aims to promote the health benefits of engaging in sports for fitness, leisure, or therapy.

The students' training plan is carefully structured to gradually introduce them to various disciplines, stimulating their interest and cultivating a habit of regular physical exercise. This approach helps students integrate into social life while also providing opportunities to participate in high-performance disciplines within representative teams of the University.

The primary goal of the Department of Physical Education and Sports at the University of Bucharest is to develop specific competences in the field of Sports Science and Physical Education. Additionally, the department focuses on creating transversal competences that foster the holistic development of future specialists and prepare them for a lifestyle that meets current socio-economic demands.


University of Bucharest's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


University of Bucharest's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Bucharest's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

Universitatea din București offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:

  • Developed partnerships with 152 universities around the world
  • Involved in 468 Erasmus+ agreements
  • Connected to national, regional, European, and international university networks:
  • The Network of Universities from the Capitals of Europe (UNICA)
  • The European University Association (EUA)
  • The Balkan Universities Association (BUA)
  • Black Sea Universities Network (BSUN)
  • L’Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF)
  • Central European Exchange Program for University Studies (CEEPUS)

Since 2019, the University of Bucharest is part of CIVIS – a European University Alliance along with seven other prestigious European universities:

  • University of Aix-Marseille
  • National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
  • Free University of Brussels
  • Autonomous University of Madrid
  • Sapienza University of Rome
  • University of Stockholm
  • Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen

In 2021 and 2022, the University of Glasgow and the University of Lausanne also joined the alliance.


University of Bucharest's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


University of Bucharest's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Bucharest's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Bucharest'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.


University of Bucharest's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Bucharest is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerul Educaţiei și Cercetării, România

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1864


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Agentia Româna de Asigurare a Calitatii în Învatamântul Superior (ARACIS)


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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 Bucharest 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 Universitatea din București's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Network of Universities from the Capitals of Europe (UNICA)
  • Central Eastern European University Network (CEEUN)
  • Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF)
  • Black Sea Universities Network (BSUN)
  • Academic Cooperation Association (ACA)
  • European Inter-University Centre for Human Rights and Democratization (EIUC)
  • Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS)
  • University Network Central European Initiative (CEI)
  • South-East Europe GRID
  • Central European Exchange Program for University Studies (CEEPUS)
  • European Civic University Alliance (CIVIS)


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 Universitatea din București '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 University of Bucharest's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Universitatea din București's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Universitatea din București's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Universitatea din București's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Universitatea din București's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universitatea din București's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Universitatea din București's official TikTok channel


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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