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Universidad Complutense de Madrid

· Public University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Universidad Complutense de Madrid: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Universidad Complutense de Madrid is a public university in Spain, based in Madrid. It suits students who want a large public institution in the capital and are ready to confirm programme details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a public research university, but no subject areas or degree programmes are listed in the available information. Its programme catalogue should be checked on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    Admission details for international students are not published in the available information. Check the university’s official website for entry requirements, deadlines, document translation or legalization rules, and whether your chosen programme has extra admission steps.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students in the available information; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Madrid will still need to be budgeted separately, especially for housing, transport, and daily expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it for your programme before applying. Also check visa requirements, academic document recognition, and whether you need to meet any programme-specific admission conditions through the university’s official site.

  6. How it compares

    Among Spain’s 98 universities, Universidad Complutense de Madrid stands out as a public institution in Madrid rather than a smaller regional option. Its location in the capital and its research-university status make it a practical choice for students who want an urban setting, but programme and admissions details still need to be checked directly.

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 Complutense de Madrid

What type of university is Universidad Complutense de Madrid?

It is a public university.

Which country is it in?

Spain.

Where is it located?

It is located in Madrid.

How many universities are there in the country?

There are 98 universities in Spain.

Overview

The Complutense University of Madrid is a public research university located in Madrid. Founded in Alcalá in 1293, it is one of the oldest operating universities in the world. It is located on a sprawling campus that occupies the entirety of the Ciudad Universitaria district of Madrid, with annexes in the district of Somosaguas in the neighboring city of Pozuelo de Alarcón. It is named after the ancient Roman settlement of Complutum, now an archeological site in Alcalá de Henares, just east of Madrid.

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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