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Universitas Syiah Kuala

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Universitas Syiah Kuala: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universitas Syiah Kuala is a public university in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. It suits students who want a national university with a long-established local presence in the city.

  2. What you can study

    Universitas Syiah Kuala is a general university, but the programme catalogue is not published in the information available here. Check the official university website for the current list of subjects, degrees, and language options.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the university’s official website for the current application steps, required documents, and deadlines. The admissions office is the place to confirm entry requirements, recognition of previous qualifications, and any country-specific procedures.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee for international students in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Banda Aceh will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so check current local costs before applying.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university’s language of instruction is not stated in the information available here, so confirm this before applying. Also check visa requirements, document translation needs, housing options, and whether your chosen programme is open to international students.

  6. How it compares

    Indonesia has 194 universities in total, and Universitas Syiah Kuala stands out as a public university in Banda Aceh with a founding date of 2 September 1961. That makes it one of the country’s older national universities, which may matter if you want a long-established public institution rather than a newer provider.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Universitas Syiah Kuala

What type of institution is Universitas Syiah Kuala?

It is a public university.

Where is Universitas Syiah Kuala located?

It is in Banda Aceh, Indonesia.

When was Universitas Syiah Kuala founded?

It was founded on 2 September 1961.

What is the university website?

http://www.unsyiah.ac.id/

Overview

Syiah Kuala University, abbreviated as USK, founded on 2 September 1961, is the largest and the oldest national university in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. The name of the university is taken from the prominent theologian, Tengku Abdur Rauf As-Sinkili, who lived in the 16th century.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Indonesia.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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