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Rey Juan Carlos University offers more than just academic and research related activities. A number of programs and actions are offered to the University Community and its social environment. Throughout the year, various artistic, cultural and educational activities that complement university life and contribute to the personal development of our students are being organized.

Rey Juan Carlos University Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #1001 Ranking
  • 4 Courses
  • 2,018 Academic Staff
  • 44,197 Students
  • 3,536 Students (int'l)
  • 26,076 Students (female)
  • Public Institution Type

History

Since 1996, the University has focused his teaching and interdisciplinary research to find solutions to current problems, and ranks among the best universities in Madrid for excellence academic programs and international scientific quality.

Education

Areas of knowledge:

  • Law and Social Sciences
  • Sciencies
  • Health Sciences
  • Engineering and Architecture
  • Arts and Humanities

Research

The Rey Juan Carlos University promotes research aimed at economic and social development, promoting and enhancing research activity and the dissemination and transfer of knowledge and results to society. The promotion of R + D + i activities is carried out through collaboration with companies and institutions, and participation in national and international calls that allow our researchers to develop their lines of research contributing to the generation, expansion and dissemination of knowledge , and the advancement of science and technology.

Student services

  • The International Office provides information, guidance, and support in procedures and procedures to international students, and is the meeting point for foreign universities and institutions that want to collaborate with the URJC in exchange and mobility programs.                         
  • The International Office, through its reception programs, works to favor the integration of URJC international students into university life.

Housing services

Madrid Campus Residence. The residence hall is located on the Madrid Campus, and has 217 accommodations, of which 180 are singles and 37 are doubles. Each accommodation has an approximate area of ​​18m², 34m² in the case of doubles, and has its own bathroom and office with fridge and microwave. see residence

Library services

The Rey Juan Carlos University Library is an administrative and management unit whose purpose is to make all the University's bibliographic and documentary resources available to users.

  • Alcorcón Campus Library

  • Fuenlabrada Campus Library

  • Madrid Campus Library

  • Aranjuez Campus Library

  • Móstoles Campus Library

Medical services

School insurance protects its beneficiaries against some contingencies which might occur while in Spain, with the following benefits:

  • School accident
  • Medical and pharmaceutical assistance or, if it proceeds, hospitalization and surgery.
  • Economic indemnities

Campus life

  • Alcorcón Campus
  • Aranjuez Campus
  • Fuenlabrada Campus
  • Madrid Campus
  • Móstoles Campus

Sports facilities

Alcorcón Campus

  • 4 Paddle courts
  • 4 versatile sports fields (Basketball, indoor football, handball and volleyball)
  • 2 Tennis courts
  • 2 ping-pong tables
  • 1 Rugby field
Móstoles Campus
  • 2 versatile sports fields (Basketball, Indoor football, handball and volleyball)
  • 3 Tennis courts
Fuenlabrada Campus
  • The Raúl Gonzalez Stadium (seat capacity: 3000)
  • Athletic track
  • Gym
  • Natural grass football pitch
  • Artificial grass football pitch
  • 2 indoor football fields
  • 4 paddle courts
  • 3 Tennis courts
  • 2 versatile sports fields
  • Fronton
Madrid Campus
  • Gym

Accreditation

It is accredited by Ministerio de Educación y Ciencia, España.

Rey Juan Carlos University Overview

Rey Juan Carlos University Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 16.9% Spain
Top 19.5% 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.

QS World University Rankings

1001

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

2024 2025 2026
951 1001 1001

Best Global Universities Rankings

1141

By U.S. News & World Report

Dropped 20 places compared to 2025

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

2024 2025 2026
1190 1121 1141

World University Rankings

1201

By Times Higher Education

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

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

2024 2025 2026
1201 - 1201

Academic Ranking of World Universities

No 2025 Ranking

By Shanghai Jiao Tong University

This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2025 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

2023 2024 2025
901 - -

Rey Juan Carlos University Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Spain Country
Madrid City

Rey Juan Carlos University Student Reviews & Awards

4

Based on 100 reviews

  • 5 Star
    14 Reviews
  • 4 Star
    77 Reviews
  • 3 Star
    7 Reviews
  • 2 Star
    2 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    0 Reviews

How Students Rated This University

  • Overall Satisfaction 4.0
  • Student Teacher Interaction 4.0
  • Admission Process 4.1
4/5

Practical content

The courses are tailored to meet the demands of today�s workplace, focusing on practical content without burdening students with excessive theoretical information. Additionally, the university offers numerous opportunities for collaboration, both among students and with industry professionals. This clearly shows the school�s commitment to equipping students with real-world knowledge and best practices throughout their studies.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Jun 2025
4/5

Excellent university

The university is known for its exemplary academic organization and rigorous curriculum. The school is distinguished by its outstanding academic framework and commitment to student success. With a focus on individualized attention and clear instruction, the faculty empowers students to thrive and reach their full potential.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Jun 2025
4/5

Excellently arranged calendar

The university is top notch, the school's academic calendar is great; as a result, there are many planned events that take place there. The calendar also helps students plan their own activities in a fairly systematic manner. That is such a great concept, because it assists the students a lot

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Unknown
Posted on Jun 2025
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