
Founded in 1872, the University of Szeged (SZTE) has developed into one of Hungary’s leading public institutions, currently enrolling between 20,000 and 25,000 students, including more than 4,400 international students. Ranked 638th globally and 4th nationally according to uniRank, the university offers a broad spectrum of programs from pre-bachelor to doctoral level across medicine, health sciences, engineering, technology, social sciences, humanities, and cultural studies.
Accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Committee, SZTE maintains selective admissions with an estimated acceptance rate of 40–49 percent. International tuition fees range from approximately $2,500–$4,999 annually for undergraduate programs and $12,500–$14,999 for postgraduate studies, depending on the faculty. Located in Szeged at Dugonics tér 13, the university provides modern facilities including a central library, student dormitories, sports infrastructure, a university hospital, career services, and scholarship opportunities such as Hungarian government-funded programs, positioning it as a competitive and accessible choice for students seeking higher education in Europe.
Source: University of Szeged