Eötvös Loránd University
(ELTE)
About
Eötvös Loránd University is a public research university based in Budapest, Hungary. Founded in 1635, it is the longest continuously operating university in the country.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 495 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 46 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 32,848
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 17.7 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 12%
- Female : Male
- 61 : 39
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
23 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeology | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Philosophy | 101-150 | - | 2020 |
| Linguistics | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| History | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Psychology | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Geology | 201-240 | - | 2024 |
| Geophysics | 201-240 | - | 2024 |
| Mathematics | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| English Language & Literature | 301-350 | - | 2025 |
| Modern Languages | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Arts & Humanities | =305 | 64.3 | 2026 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 351-400 | - | 2023 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | =385 | 64.3 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2024 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 551-600 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 701-850 | - | 2026 |
US News
14 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =134 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Space Science | 135 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 140 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 346 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | =406 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =489 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | 564 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =623 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =638 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =732 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =826 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =929 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =986 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,393 | 52.6 | 2026 |
ARWU
14 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Public Administration | 151-200 | - | 2019 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Education & Training | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Ecology | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2023 |
| Psychology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
| Public Health | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
THE
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 301–400 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 38.8 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 401–500 | 27.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 601–800 | 32.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 601–800 | 20.1 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 801–1000 | 21.2 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Eötvös Loránd University?
Eötvös Loránd University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =584, THE Rank 801–1000, ARWU Rank 501-600, US News Rank =495.
When was Eötvös Loránd University founded?
Eötvös Loránd University was founded in 1635.
What are the top subjects at Eötvös Loránd University?
Top subjects at Eötvös Loránd University include: Archaeology, Philosophy, Psychiatry/Psychology, Space Science, Physics & Astronomy.
Where is Eötvös Loránd University located?
Eötvös Loránd University is located in Budapest, Hungary.