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University of Valencia

Valencia, Spain
Global Rank Top 4.5% # 297 Worldwide

University of Valencia About

The mission of the Universitat de València clearly sets out the raison d’être of the institution, according to the legal and statuesque framework. The strategic reflection process that has been undertaken to define the Strategic Plan of the Universitat de València 2008-2011 resulted in the definition of the Universitat’s mission.

History

 The University was founded in 1499. In 1501, Pope Alexander VI signed the bill of approval and one year later Ferdinand II the Catholic proclaimed the Royal Mandatory Concession.

Education

The widest offer of studies in all fields of knowledge.The university offers degrees in all fields of knowledge (basic and experimental sciences, engineering, health sciences, humanities, education, social, economic and legal sciences):

  • 54 degree qualifications, 6 double degrees and 4 international double degrees
  • 116 Master’s degree qualifications, two of them within the Erasmus Mundus
  • 64 doctoral programmes, 24 of them with an excellence mention

Research

Research with an international impact

  • 2,894 research papers published in the Web of Science Index

Career

The Universitat de València aims to gain future recognition  for:

  • Being a higher education institution renowned for its offer of high quality, comprehensive and international academic offer, which is accessible to everyone and covers permanent training needs throughout the different stages of people's life.
  • The ability to provide their students with comprehensive guidance, as embodied in the high quality of the undergraduate experience at the Universitat de València and in a qualification that will improve graduate's employability. 

University of Valencia Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #270 Ranking
  • 1 Courses
  • 2,089 Academic Staff
  • 22,562 Students
  • 3,610 Students (int'l)
  • 9,476 Students (female)
  • Public Institution Type

Student services

Certificates, language tests and training offer

  • Attendance certificate and free-elective credits
  • Language tests
  • Training Offer

Housing services

  • Halls of Residence owned by the University
Halls of Residence are university centres that provide accomodation, preferably for members of the university community, and that promote human, cultural and scientific training for its residents. University residences can be either owned by or affiliated with the university.
  • Affiliated Halls of Residence
Halls of residence affiliated to the University of Valencia, which are those funded by a public or private body other than the University of Valencia.
  • Mixed Halls of Residence

La Asunción de Nuestra Señora" Hall of Residence"Saomar" Hall of Residence

Library services

All libraries (except the Deposit Library) have individual and/or group study areas.You can check the equipment of each library in its website.

  • "Maria Moliner" Education Library
  • "Joan Reglà" Humanities Library
  • "Eduard Boscà" Sciences Library
  • "Pelegri Casanova" Health Sciences Library
  • "Gregori Maians"Social Sciences Library
  • Pharmacy Library
  • "Joan Lluís Vives" Psychology and Sport Library

ICT services

You can access to resources from outside the network, by setting up in the computer the VPN (Virtual Private Network), which allows you to work as if you were on the same computer network of the University.In order to use this service it is necessary to have an email account of the UV.

Medical services

International Medical Insurance

This insurance have to cover, at least:
  • Health and medical care, both for accident and sickness.
  • Repatriation or sanitary transfer due to sickness or accident.
  • Repatriation or sanitary transfer in the event of death.
  • Travel for a family member in case of sickness or death.
  • Civil Responsibility.

Campus life

The University of Valencia extends throughout the city of Valencia and its metropolitan area on three university campuses: the campus linked by Blasco Ibáñez Avenue, the Tarongers campus and the Burjassot-Paterna campus.

Three campuses physically linked by the underground and tram and home to numerous research institutes, eighteen faculties and the School of Engineering are what make up the University de Valencia of today.

Sports facilities

The Physical Education and Sports Service has presence to the three campus of the University of Valencia 

Student clubs

Student Associations of the Universitat de València ACMAS, AVEM, AVEO and AEMES have organised a collection of basic needs (school material; non-perishable, without pork food; powder infant formula, toys, clothes or blankets) for the Sirian refugees in València. Donations can be made at the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, at the Faculty of Nursing and Podiatry, and in the Dental Clinic.

Accreditation

  • Spanish: the University of Valencia examines the Diplomas in Spanish as a Foreign Language (DELE) issued by the Ministry of Education and Culture. 
  • Italian: As a result of the agreement between the Centre for Evaluation and Language Certification, of the University for Foreigners of Perugia, the University of Valencia is the examination centre of the Official Certificates of the Italian Language (CELI). 
  • Valencian: The Language Policy Service conducts the examinations and issues the certificates of Valencian language skills.
  • Chinese: The Confucius Institute is an official centre for teaching Chinese language and the spreading of its culture.

University of Valencia Overview

University of Valencia Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 3% Spain
Top 4.5% Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

Best Global Universities Rankings

270

By U.S. News & World Report

Dropped 9 places compared to 2026

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2025 2026 2027
251 261 270

QS World University Rankings

449

By TopUniversities

Dropped 19 places compared to 2026

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

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445 430 449

World University Rankings

No 2027 Ranking

By Times Higher Education

This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2027 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

2025 2026 2027
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Academic Ranking of World Universities

No 2026 Ranking

By Shanghai Jiao Tong University

This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities

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University of Valencia Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Spain Country
Valencia City

University of Valencia Student Reviews & Awards

4

Based on 100 reviews

  • 5 Star
    31 Reviews
  • 4 Star
    48 Reviews
  • 3 Star
    15 Reviews
  • 2 Star
    3 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    3 Reviews

How Students Rated This University

  • Overall Satisfaction 4.1
  • Admission Process 4.1
  • Quality of Student Life 4.2
5/5

University review

I think this university offers a good overall experience, especially in terms of academic opportunities and personal growth. The professors are generally knowledgeable and supportive, and there are many resources available for students. What I liked most was the campus environment and the possibility to meet people from different backgrounds. I also appreciated the flexibility of the courses and the practical approach in some subjects. On the other hand, one thing I disliked was that administrative processes could sometimes be slow or disorganized, and some classes felt too theoretical. Overall, I would recommend this university, especially to students who are motivated and willing to make the most of the opportunities it offers.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Aug 2026
5/5

The best teachers in the country

It is one of the most prestigious universities in Spain.The teachers are excellent and are among the best teachers you can find in the entire country.Her specialization in scientific and technological research makes her very interesting for anyone who wants to enter a career in science.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Aug 2026
3/5

Review

I think this university offers a good overall experience, especially in terms of academic opportunities and personal growth. The professors are generally knowledgeable and supportive, and there are many resources available for students. What I liked most was the campus environment and the possibility to meet people from different backgrounds. I also appreciated the flexibility of the courses and the practical approach in some subjects. On the other hand, one thing I disliked was that administrative processes could sometimes be slow or disorganized, and some classes felt too theoretical. Overall, I would recommend this university, especially to students who are motivated and willing to make the most of the opportunities it offers.

Posted by Nerea
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Aug 2026
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