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About UCL
Louvain Catholic University (UCL) — private non-profit university. It is located in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium. UCL is one of the oldest institutions in the country. As an active member of European University Association (EUA), Coimbra Group, International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU), Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER), UCL is participating in developing the academic environment.
The university is one of the top-200 universities in the world. The educational institution is in 175 position of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE).
UCL conducts various scientific activities and is inviting students to join the research.
- Location
- Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium
- Establishment year
- 1425
- Students
- 30,957
- International students
- 6,191
- Female students
- 54%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Anatomy & Physiology | 101-150 |
Life Sciences & Medicine | 153 |
Social Sciences & Management | 171 |
Arts & Humanities | 171 |
Natural Sciences | 200 |
Engineering & Technology | 229 |
UCL tuition fees
At UCL, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UCL are different for locals and foreigners. Belgium citizens pay 1,051 USD per year, while international students pay a minimum of 4,360 USD. The university provides tuition assistance to some students through financial aid programs. They are available to both locals and foreigners. On the official website of the university, you will find all the relevant information about tuition fees and scholarships.
When choosing an educational institution, it is important to be aware of additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local1,051USD/year
- Foreign4,360USD/year
- Master
- Local1,051USD/year
- Foreign4,360USD/year
UCL campus
The campus of UCL is urban. This means that students study closely to the sights and the entire recreational infrastructure of the city. This type of campus gives students more options for internships and part-time jobs. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at UCL. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in Belgium for 1 year. This time is enough to find a job and change your student visa to a work one. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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