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Université de Lucerne

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world rank  2039

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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

Université de Lucerne's Control Typepublic

Entity

Université de Lucerne's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Université de Lucerne' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Université de Lucerne's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

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

Address Frohburgstrasse 3
Lucerne
6002 Lucerne
Switzerland
Université de Lucerne Phone Number +41 (41) 229 5000
Université de Lucerne Fax Number +41 (41) 229 5001

Université de Lucerne's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

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 Université de Lucerne'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 Université de Lucerne's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Université de Lucerne'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 Université de Lucerne.

Université de Lucerne: 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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Admission Info

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 Université de Lucerne's admission information.

Université de Lucerne's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Université de Lucerne's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Université de Lucerne a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Université de Lucerne's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Université de Lucerne's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Université de Lucerne's Admission Office Admission Office

Frohburgstrasse 3
Luzern 6002



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Size and Profile

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Université de Lucerne.

Université de Lucerne's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Université de Lucerne has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Université de Lucerne's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


Université de Lucerne's Control Type Control Type

Université de Lucerne is a public higher education institution.


Université de Lucerne's Entity Type Entity Type

Université de Lucerne is a non-profit higher education institution.


Université de Lucerne's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Université de Lucerne's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Université de Lucerne does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Université de Lucerne's main facilities:


Université de Lucerne's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Université de Lucerne'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.


Université de Lucerne'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/


Université de Lucerne'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 Université de Lucerne's main services:


Université de Lucerne's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Université de Lucerne'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/.

Université de Lucerne'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.


Université de Lucerne's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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

Université de Lucerne'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.


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our guide to university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Université de Lucerne's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Université de Lucerne is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Staatssekretariat für Bildung, Forschung und Innovation, Schweiz

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2001


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Université de Lucerne'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 Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study 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 Divisions

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

Université de Lucerne's Facebook page Université de Lucerne's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

Université de Lucerne's Twitter page Université de Lucerne's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Université de Lucerne's YouTube channel Université de Lucerne's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Université de Lucerne's Instagram page Université de Lucerne's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Université de Lucerne's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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