University of Tartu

University of Tartu

The University of Tartu (UT) is Estonia's leading centre of research. It is the only university in the country offering degrees in humanities, law, social sciences, medicine, science, engineering, and business. UT values intellectual independence and is renowned for its digital and genomic revolutions.

Overview

Founded in 1632, the University of Tartu (UT) is the oldest and most prestigious university in Estonia. It is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world and houses over 14,000 students, including over 800 international students from 70 countries. UT is a member of the Coimbra Group and Utrecht Network and is considered the national university of Estonia. It has a significant focus on research, with more than half of Estonia’s research publications coming from UT. The city of Tartu is often described as the 'intellectual capital of Estonia', known for its student-friendly environment and rich cultural life. The University of Tartu is regarded as a stronghold of the Estonian language and culture. Its main fields of study are theology, law, medicine, philosophy, arts and sciences.

Rankings

Discover where University of Tartu ranks nationally and internationally, reflecting its academic and research excellence.

QS World University Rankings
2021
285
in the world
QS World University Rankings
2022
285
in the world
QS World University Rankings
2023
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in the world

Contact Information

Find all essential contact details for admissions and support at University of Tartu Website: https://www.ut.ee/en

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