Utrecht University

The Utrecht University, established in 1636, is located in Utrecht, Netherlands. The university is known as Universiteit Utrecht in Dutch. The university experienced decline during the 18th century. It was degraded to a secondary school. It came back to its former status in 1815. The Utrecht University's recent enrollments have been more than 29,000 students. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs of study through the following academic divisions:

  • Faculty of Geo sciences
  • Faculty of Humanities
  • Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

The students take part in sports such as volleyball, badminton, boxing, basketball, football, golf, hockey, skating, squash, diving, judo, handball, and rugby. The students are also associated with organizations like AEGEE, Erasmus Student Network, European Geography Association, International Federation of Medical Students' Associations, Student Union Netherlands, and International Neighbour Group.

The notable alumni of the university include personalities such as Jacobus Kapteyn, astronomer; Walle Nauta, neuroscientist; Hermann Witsius, theologian; Burchard de Volder, natural philosopher; and many others.

Campus Location

P.O Box 80125
Utrecht 3508 TC
Netherlands
Main Tel: +31 30 253 91 11
Web Site

More About Utrecht University

  • Utrecht University is a public school.
  • The school was founded in 1636.
  • The highest degree offered is the Doctorate degree.