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Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

· Public University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Universidad Autónoma de Madrid: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universidad Autónoma de Madrid is a public university in Madrid, Spain. It suits students who want to study at a Spanish public institution and are planning to compare options carefully, since programme details are not published in the information available here.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a public institution in Madrid, but no subject areas or programme names are published in the available information. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so confirm current study options on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official website for entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and whether the programme they want is open to non-EU or non-Spanish applicants. If the course has language requirements, those must also be confirmed directly with admissions.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Madrid will also depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so check current local estimates before you apply.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in Spain, but the language of instruction is not published in the available information. Before applying, confirm the teaching language, visa requirements, recognition of prior qualifications, and whether you need certified translations or language proof.

  6. How it compares

    Spain has 98 universities, so Universidad Autónoma de Madrid sits in a crowded national system where applicants have to compare institutions closely. Its public status and Madrid location make it a straightforward option to examine alongside other Spanish universities, but the programme list and admissions details still need to be checked on the official site.

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 Universidad Autónoma de Madrid

What type of university is Universidad Autónoma de Madrid?

It is a public university.

Where is Universidad Autónoma de Madrid located?

It is located in Madrid, Spain.

What is the official website of Universidad Autónoma de Madrid?

http://www.uam.es/

How many universities are there in Spain?

There are 98 universities in Spain.

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.

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 Spain.

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

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