University of Ljubljana for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

University of Ljubljana

Ljubljana

Slovenia

The University of Ljubljana, founded in 1919, is one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Central and Eastern Europe. Renowned for its quality research, the university comprises 23 faculties with numerous specialist programmes such as biotechnology, law and banking and finance. Uniquely situated in the heart of Slovenia, it stands out for its international outlook, offering many exchange and study abroad programmes with universities across Europe.

Overall Score:

49.65

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

3000

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

9000

Location

Ljubljana is the capital city of Slovenia, located on the Ljubljana River. With a population of over 270,000, the city is accessible by both rail and bus from many European centres and is home to Jože Pučnik Airport, the major international airport in Slovenia. Exploring Ljubljana reveals plenty of sights from the beautiful architecture of the cobbled old quarter to the peaceful parkland stretching along the Ljubljanica riverfront.

Overall Scores

Academics

Happiness

43.25

Costs

46.3

Overall Grade

49.65

1. Academics

Rank:

900

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

13.1

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

3

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

53

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

43.1

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

8

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

58.97

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

43.25

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

32.6

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

34.8

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

9000

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

46.3

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

49.65

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C