Established in 1971, the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (Technical University of Madrid) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Madrid (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Community of Madrid. This institution also has branch campuses in Pozuelo, Getafe and Alcobendas. Officially recognized by the Ministerio de Universidades, España (Ministry of Universities of Spain), Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational Spanish higher education institution. Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 52-year-old Spanish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UPM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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public
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non-profit
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Name | Universidad Politécnica de Madrid ![]() |
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Name (English) | Technical University of Madrid |
Acronym | UPM |
Founded | 1971 |
Motto | Technica impendi nationi Technology impulses nations |
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Address | Calle Ramiro de Maeztu, 7 Madrid 28040 Community of Madrid Spain |
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+34 913366050 |
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+34 913366210 |
Other locations | Pozuelo, Getafe and Alcobendas |
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The following Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
International students |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
uniRank publishes below some basic Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Universidad Politécnica de Madrid a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Technical University of Madrid has more than 6200 international students.Tip: search for Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Universidad Politécnica de Madrid.
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid has an enrollment range of 35,000-39,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid is a public higher education institution.
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's main facilities:
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Universidad Politécnica de Madrid's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
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This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
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Universidad Politécnica de Madrid is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Universidades, España
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
26/03/1971
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