University of Liège

Netherlands

"The University of Liège: Where knowledge meets innovation."

Comprehensive public 🌐 www.uliege.be https://www.uliege.be/

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Ranking #379 (QS)
PSW VISA 12 months (orientation year)
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About University of Liège

The University of Liège (ULiège) is a major public research university of the French Community of Belgium, founded in 1817 by William I of the Netherlands. Based in Liège, the institution has a long intellectual tradition dating back to the medieval Prince-Bishopric of Liège. Today, it operates as a comprehensive university with its main campus located at Sart-Tilman, while maintaining historic headquarters in the city center and additional campuses in Gembloux and Arlon. ULiège offers a wide range of high-quality academic programs, including unique specializations in French-speaking Belgium such as space science and clinical veterinary medicine. As a research-intensive institution, it manages several international scientific facilities, including oceanography stations in Corsica and observatories in Chile and Morocco. The university is deeply integrated into the regional economy, maintaining close ties with the CHU of Liège and fostering technology transfer and innovation across various scientific and humanistic fields.

Rankings & Recognition

#379
QS World University Rankings 2026

Accreditations & Memberships

Wallonie-Bruxelles Campus European University Association (EUA) Coimbra Group UNICA

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Liège's global standing for that metric.

Academic Reputation 24.4/100#24.4/100#523
Employer Reputation 16.9/100#16.9/100#701
Faculty / Student 10.8/100#10.8/100#801
Citations / Faculty 63.2/100#63.2/100#259
Intl. Faculty 62.1/100#62.1/100#375
Intl. Students 65.6/100#65.6/100#303
Intl. Student Diversity 68.9/100#68.9/100#277
Intl. Research Network 95.2/100#95.2/100#78
Employment Outcomes 32.9/100#32.9/100#517
Sustainability 79.7/100#79.7/100#175
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Key Facts

27,000 Total Students
4,000 Faculty
12:1 Student–Faculty
40% Acceptance Rate
150 Clubs
80% Retention (Yr1)
65% Graduation Rate

Popular Programs

Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Master of Science in Space Sciences Bachelor of Arts in Law Master of Science in Management Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in various fields

Application Details

Application Fee €200
Avg. TAT 2–4 weeks
Next Intake Rolling
Intake Seasons Year-round
Programs Offered 7
Avg. Scholarship Need-based
Annual Living Cost $14,510

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS Academic
Most undergraduate programs
TOEFL iBT
Accepted at most institutions
PTE Academic
Widely accepted
Duolingo
Accepted by select programs

Study Abroad & Visa Details

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Post-Study Work 12 months (orientation year)
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Financials

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Career Outcomes

€35K Median Salary

Where Graduates Land

ArcelorMittal Engie UCB Deloitte PwC GSK European Space Agency (ESA) Caterpillar

Faculty & Alumni

Faculty with PhD — 95% Alumni Startups — —

Notable Alumni

Petrarch - Medieval scholar (associated with the city's intellectual tradition)

Campus & Location

Sart Tilman Campus – Main green campus, Liège 20-Août Campus – City centre, Liège Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech Campus – Gembloux Arlon Campus – Arlon

CLIMATE Temperate oceanic climate with mild summers and cool winters.
AVG. COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN 20 minutes

Campus Details

4 campuses in Wallonia
Sart Tilman main green campus
University hospital (CHU) at Sart Tilman
Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech campus
Founded in 1817
Teaching mainly in French

Campus Forecast

Summer (Jun–Aug): 13–23°C Autumn (Sep–Nov): 5–16°C Winter (Dec–Feb): 0–6°C Spring (Mar–May): 4–16°C Rain throughout the year Occasional winter snow Bring a waterproof jacket & warm layers

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Diversity & Demographics

Intl Students 25%
Year-1 Retention 80%
On-time Graduation 65%

Cost Deep-Dive

Application Fee USD 200
Scholarships Available 4

Intakes & Deadlines

Deadlines vary by program. Connect with our team for the latest intake calendar.

Scholarships at University of Liège

3 scholarships available

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Master's EUR Full funding ()

VLIR-UOS ICP Connect Scholarships in Belgium

by VLIR-UOS

Deadline:
PhD

Belgian Technical Cooperation (BTC) Doctoral Scholarship

by Belgian Technical Cooperation (BTC)

Deadline: Ask counsellor
All Levels

Flemish Government Scholarship (Studietoelage)

by Flemish Government

EUR Guaranteed full Erasmus grant support

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These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate 12th grade · 60%+ aggregate
Postgraduate Bachelor's · 55%+ / 2.5 GPA

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic

Most undergraduate programs

TOEFL iBT

Accepted at most institutions

PTE Academic

Widely accepted

Duolingo

Accepted by select programs

Required Documents

Academic transcripts and diplomas Proof of language proficiency (French or English) Motivation letter CV/Resume Copy of passport/ID

Application Process

1
Shortlist programs
Pick 3–5 programs aligned with your goals.
2
Prepare documents
Transcripts, SOP, LORs, test scores.
3
Submit application
Apply via GCQ360 with mentor support.
4
Receive offer
Conditional or unconditional letter.
5
Visa & travel
Pre-departure briefings and visa filing.

Campus & Location

Sart Tilman Campus – Main green campus, Liège 20-Août Campus – City centre, Liège Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech Campus – Gembloux Arlon Campus – Arlon

CLIMATE Temperate oceanic climate with mild summers and cool winters.
AVG. COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN 20 minutes
7 of 7 courses
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