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The University of Tartu, Estonia is an Estonian science and research flagship. Established in 1632, the university has embarked on the stage of excellence and budding intelligent students out of the bloom! This university is a National University of Estonia and also the biggest there. It is home to around 13000 students enrolled in respective courses. The University is in the city of Tartu, the largest city in Estonia, also known as the student capital of Estonia, the intellectual capital of Estonia, or the city of youth.

Top Reasons to Study in the University of Tartu

  • Extremely efficient student life as every 5th resident is a student.
  • Offers a wide variety of courses and degrees for students to choose from.
  • One of the best centers of education and research in Europe and the best research Institute in Estonia.

Courses

Admissions at The University of Tartu

Application Fee

$100


How to Apply at University of Tartu

This is what you need to know for the UT admission procedure:

  •  Visit the website for the application form in DREAM APPLY ESTONIA.
  •  Fill in the application with the required details before the deadline.
  • Students will receive feedback after the University reviews it.
  • Students will be notified through the portal and e-mail.

Documents Required to Apply to University of Tartu

When the student completes the online UT admissions application, the following documents are required:

  • All copies of educational documents.
  • Attested copies of school certificates (by an authorized official/ notary/ apostille attachment).

Exams Accepted By University of Tartu

Name of the Course and Examination

Minimum Score Accepted

TOEFL

Min score= 75

iBT  

Min score= 30

IELTS Academic

Min score 6.0 and no part below 5.5

Cambridge English Test

Min required result= 169

PTE Academic Test

Min score= 59


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Rankings for The University of Tartu

US News Ranking

#289

US World and News Report

The World University Rankings

#301- 350

The World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings

#358

QS World University Rankings

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International Students

% of international students in the university

12


Alumni at University of Tartu

University of Tartu alumni list is quite long. Most of them are businessman, engineers, scientists, journalists etc. They have all the access to all the facilities in the University.

  1.     Kersti Kalijulaid, Politician and Businessperson
  2.     Nikolai Pirogov, Russian Scientist
  3.     Juri Ratas, Politician
  4.     Wilhelm Ostwald, German Chemist
  5.     Paul Keres, Fiction Writer
  6.     Lennart Meri, Screenwriter
  7.     Moritz Von Jacobi, Engineer
  8.     Edgar Savisaar, Politician
  9.     Mart Helme, Journalist
  10.   Siim Kallas, Journalist and Diplomat
  11.   Andrus Ansip, Chemist and Entrepreneur
  12.   Mart Laar, Economist writer
  13.   Jaan Tallinn, Engineer
  14.   Andrus Kivirahk, Journalist and Screenwriter
  15.   Oskar Luts, Writer and Playwright
  16.   A.H. Tammsaare, Writer
  17.   Hilda Taba, Architect
  18.   Jaan Kaplinski, Poet and Philosopher
  19.   Kadri Simson, Politician
  20.   Vladimir Sollogub, Minor Russian Writer and Author of Novelettes, Essays
  21.   Jaan Poska, Estonian Barrister and Politician

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Campus life

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Transportation in the city

The transportation for students to and from the campus anywhere in Estonia is quite sorted. There are a total of 64 buses for all the 15 routes in the city run by AS GoBus. However, students get to choose their means of transport and they can avail all the information from the official website.


Services offered by the university

  • Labs- Labs for medical students, study perceptions.
  • Moot Court Halls- For future lawyers to practice.
  • Dedicated Studio- Students of journalism and communication can learn to make podcasts and TV news.
  • Library- Offline and online library services so that knowledge never goes out of reach.
  • Placement- Dedicated placement cel  to take care of all schedules for all students of all courses.

Student life at University of Tartu

There are many clubs and associations inside the University ranging from professional organizations to informal clubs in which students can become a part:

  • Athletics and Sports Club
  • Fitness and Yoga Center
  • Choir Groups
  •  International Resource Club
  • Cultural and Activity Club

On campus accomodation at University of Tartu

There are many accommodation options for the University of Tartu students.The University provides affordable stays for students throughout their course timing. They can choose accommodation options like hostels/ dormitories/ apartments/ single and double occupancy rooms. The college also allows students to find staying options outside the University of Tartu Campus.

The students can choose from the following options from accommodation options: hostels/ dormitories/ apartments/ single and double occupancy rooms.

  • Student Dormitories- Available options are single, double, and triple rooms with apartment-type residential space
  •  Private Housing- Flats, Single and Double occupancy rooms and Shared apartments
  • Residence Halls or Student Hostel

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FAQ

1.  What is the University of Tartu best known for?
It is best known for its student life and academic excellence in Estonia.

 2. Which currency is used in Estonia?
Euros are used in Estonia.

 3.  Does the University of Tartu allow part-time jobs?
Students can opt for part-time jobs during their course time.

 4. Are the library facilities online?
Yes, the students can access the virtual campus library.

 5. Is there any minimum UT required score?
The University accepts scores from IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge English Test and iBT.