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Universität Luzern

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world rank  2114

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Overview

Established in 2000, the Universität Luzern (University of Lucerne) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Lucerne (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation, Schweiz (State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation of Switzerland), Universität Luzern (UNILU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Swiss higher education institution. Universität Luzern (UNILU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 24-year-old Swiss higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNILU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Universität Luzern's Control Typepublic

Entity

Universität Luzern's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Universität Luzern' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Universität Luzern's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) Université de Lucerne
Name (English) University of Lucerne
Acronym UNILU
Founded 2000
Motto Universitas studentium et docentium
A university of students and teachers
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University Location

Address Frohburgstrasse 3
Lucerne
6002 Lucerne
Switzerland
Universität Luzern's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Universität Luzern Phone Number +41 (41) 229 5000
Universität Luzern Fax Number +41 (41) 229 5001

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Universität Luzern's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universität Luzern's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Universität Luzern's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Universität Luzern.

Universität Luzern: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Universität Luzern's admission information.

Universität Luzern's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Universität Luzern's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Universität Luzern a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Universität Luzern's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Universität Luzern's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Universität Luzern's Admission Office Admission Office

Frohburgstrasse 3
Luzern 6002



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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universität Luzern.

Universität Luzern's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Universität Luzern has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Universität Luzern's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Universität Luzern's Control Type Control Type

Universität Luzern is a public higher education institution.


Universität Luzern's Entity Type Entity Type

Universität Luzern is a non-profit higher education institution.


Universität Luzern's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Universität Luzern's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Universität Luzern does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Universität Luzern's main facilities:


Universität Luzern's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Universität Luzern's Library

The library at the University of Lucerne, along with the College of Teacher Education (PH Lucerne), falls under the management of ZHB Lucerne. Spanning 5,500 square meters, it houses approximately 300,000 freely accessible items, comprising both books and journals, which are conveniently available in open stacks. In addition to this collection, there are stored media in the cooperative storage library, which can be ordered at no cost.

The extensive media holdings encompass the latest research across all university disciplines, including central reference books, significant works from research history, as well as a selection of journals and pertinent daily newspapers. As a result, the library provides a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for academic pursuits and knowledge dissemination within the university community.


Universität Luzern's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

For more information about the Universität Luzern's housing offerings, students can visit the official website: https://www.unilu.ch/en/international/mobility/student-mobility/incoming-students/housing/


Universität Luzern's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

Universität Luzern provides various sport activities and facilities through University Sports (HSCL), which operates on behalf of Lucerne's universities (University of Lucerne, Hochschule Luzern HSLU, University of Teacher Education Lucerne). The sports programme offers a diverse range of activities, allowing participants to learn and train in numerous different sports.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Universität Luzern's main services:


Universität Luzern's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Universität Luzern's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Universität Luzern has not provided us with a list of exchange programs and/or countries where to study abroad when enrolled at their institution but invites all uniRank visitors to check out the following relevant links:

  • More information at https://www.unilu.ch/en/international/mobility/student-mobility/incoming-students/study-abroad-programmes/.

Universität Luzern's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

Universität Luzern offers distance learning options for the study of Theology up to Bachelor's degree level.


Universität Luzern's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Universität Luzern's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Universität Luzern's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Universität Luzern is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation, Schweiz

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2001


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universität Luzern's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • Scholars at Risk Network (SAR)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universität Luzern 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Universität Luzern's Facebook page Universität Luzern's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Universität Luzern's X (formerly Twitter) page Universität Luzern's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Universität Luzern's YouTube channel Universität Luzern's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Universität Luzern's Instagram page Universität Luzern's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Universität Luzern's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Open Education Global Open Education Global

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