Autonomous University of Madrid

Madrid, Community of Madrid · Public University · Est. 1968

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Type

Public University

Founded

1968

Students

30,000

International

5,000

UAM: the applicant's brief

6 findings

The short answer

Autonomous University of Madrid is a public university in Madrid, Spain, and it fits students who want a large university environment with an international student community. It is a practical option for applicants who want a Spanish public institution with published tuition and a broad place in the national system.
What you can study

No subject areas or programmes are listed for this university. The programme catalogue should be checked on the official website before applying.
Getting in

International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements for their chosen programme on the university website. Because programme-specific documents, deadlines, and recognition rules can vary, confirm the current application steps directly with the admissions office.
What it costs

Tuition is published at EUR 2,500 to EUR 3,000. Living costs in Madrid will depend on housing, transport, and daily spending, so confirm your total budget separately before applying.
Coming from abroad

The university has 5,000 international students, so it already serves a sizeable student group from abroad. The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm the teaching language, required proof of language ability, visa documents, and any application deadlines with the university before you apply.
How it compares

Spain has 98 universities, so this is one option within a fairly large national higher-education system. Its public status, Madrid location, and published tuition range make it a straightforward choice to compare against other Spanish universities by cost, city, and programme fit rather than by assumptions about reputation.

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 UAM

What type of university is it?

It is a public university.

Where is it located?

It is located in Madrid, in the Community of Madrid, Spain.

How many students does it have?

It has 30,000 students.

What is the tuition range?

Tuition is EUR 2,500 to EUR 3,000.

Overview

The Autonomous University of Madrid, commonly known as la Autónoma, is a Spanish public university located in Madrid, Spain. The university was founded in 1968 by royal decree. UAM is widely respected as one of the most prestigious universities in Europe. According to the QS World University Rankings 2022, UAM is ranked as the top university in Spain and has consistently ranked as #1 in Spain in the El País University rankings, published annually. Among its notable alumni, which include every president that the Supreme Court of Spain and Constitutional Court of Spain has had, is the current King of Spain, Felipe VI, who studied the Licenciatura en Derecho (Law) and is the president of UAM’s alumni society.

Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance — always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.

Programs at UAM

3 programs across 1 study levels.

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

MA De Doctorado En Psicologia Clinica Y De La Salud

Autonomous University of Madrid

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Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

MA De Doctorado En Psicologia Verificado En 2013

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Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

MA Procedimiento Depositotesis Uam Doctorado Psicologia Enero25 V3

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Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr

Low tuition

Indicative living cost

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

Admission requirements

Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry.

English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 (varies by programme).

How to apply

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