History
The university is named after the Spanish-Peruvian politician Pablo de Olavide (1725–1803), who contributed notably to planning the city of Seville.
Research
Pablo de Olavide University has competitive research groups and research centers which collaborate at the national and international levels. The University placed second in Research Productivity in the 2013 ranking of public Spanish universities and stands out in Andalusia for its teaching productivity.
Pablo de Olavide University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #920 Ranking
- 1 Courses
- Public Institution Type
Housing services
The International center offers lodging with Spanish host families with full board. The Center feels that this is the best way to learn about Spanish culture and traditions and practice and improve language skills. All the families have been carefully chosen and will do their best to make you feel at home and enjoy your stay. If you are a vegetarian, have food or pet allergies or have any special requirements, it is important that you advise us beforehand. We will do everything in our power to meet your needs.
Campus life
The University is located on a beautiful 345 acre campus less than 5 miles from Seville’s city center. In addition to the many classroom buildings, a library, computer and science laboratories, a dining hall and two cafeterias, the campus contains a gym, padel tennis courts, indoor basketball and soccer courts, an outdoor
Pablo de Olavide University Overview
Pablo de Olavide University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 14.4% Spain
Top 14.3% Worldwide
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Best Global Universities Rankings
920
By U.S. News & World Report
Climbed 78 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 |
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| 1012 | 998 | 920 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
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.
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3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 801 | 801 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
1201
By TopUniversities
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | 1201 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Pablo de Olavide University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Spain Country
Sevilla City
Pablo de Olavide University Student Reviews & Awards
4.4
Based on 27 reviews
- 5 Star 12 Reviews
- 4 Star 13 Reviews
- 3 Star 2 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Student Diversity 4.1
- Admission Process 4.1
- Quality of Student Life 4.4
It was a time I remember fondly.
I used to take the bus in the mornings, and what I remember most was the group of classmates we had. I had a great time with them, without forgetting what was most important: my studies. The facilities were very large and spacious.
straightforward and academic
My experience in entrepreneurship and marketing has been both challenging and practical. I learned that having a good business idea is not enough; understanding the market and customer needs is what determines success. Through this experience, I developed skills in communication, branding, and customer engagement. However, I also faced difficulties such as limited resources and competition. These challenges pushed me to think creatively and adapt quickly. Overall, entrepreneurship and marketing taught me how to turn ideas into value and how to position a business effectively in a competitive environment.
Great experience.
I had a good experience during my studies. I liked the teachers because they were kind and helpful. The lessons were interesting and I learned many new things. I also enjoyed meeting new people and making friends. However, I think some things can be improved. For example, the schedule can be better and some classes can be more interactive. Overall, my study experience was positive and useful. I am happy with what I learned.
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