Overview
The Alma Mater Europaea University (AMEU) is a non-profit research institution officially recognized as a university in March 2024 by the Slovenian higher‑education authority. It is part of the international Alma Mater Europaea network established by the European Academy of Sciences and Arts. AMEU has academic roots dating back to 2007 and builds on the legacy of the Institute Studio rum Humanities founded in the early 1990s. The university focuses on small‑class, interdisciplinary learning coupled with a strong international faculty presence.
Headquartered in Maribor, Slovenia, Alma Mater Europaea operates teaching centers in Ljubljana, Celle, Mursko Sobota and Croatian cities such as Zagreb, and opened a campus in Vienna in 2024. It offers a wide array of programmers across bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels in areas such as Applied Artificial Intelligence, Social Gerontology, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Environmental Studies, European Business Studies, Project Management, Dance and Archival Sciences. The teaching environment combines flexible study formats, personalized mentorship, and a truly global academic community of students and scholars.
2. General Information
| Name | Alma Mater Europaea University (AMEU) |
| Established | 2007 (university status granted March 2024) |
| Type | Non‑profit private research university |
| Location | Main academic centre in Maribor, Slovenia; branches in Ljubljana, Murska Sobota, Celje; Vienna campus (Austria) |
| Students | ≈ 2,000 students from over 30 countries |
| Website | https://www.almamater.si |
3. Fee Structure
| Program | Tuition Fee (approximate, per year) |
| Bachelor’s or Master’s programmes (English‑taught) | €4,200 – €8,800 (≈ USD 4,500–7,000) depending on field |
| Doctoral programmes (e.g. Applied AI, Gerontology) | ≈ €7,500 – €8,000 (≈ USD 7,500–8,000) |
| PhD in Applied Artificial Intelligence | ≈ €12,000/year (50% scholarships available) |
4. Academic Programs
- Bachelor’s degrees: Physiotherapy, Nursing, Dance & Choreography, Social Gerontology, Management, Environment, Web & IT
- Master’s programmes: European Business Studies, Project Management, Strategic Communication, Sustainable Development, Complementary Health Sciences, Ayurveda
- Doctoral degrees: Applied Artificial Intelligence, Social Gerontology, Archival Sciences, Strategic Communication, Physiotherapy
- Institute Studio rum Humanities (humanities PhD center) and Dance Academy (only accredited Slovenian dance degree)
5. Facilities
- Modern teaching facilities at Slovenska ulica 17, Maribor – classrooms for 20–150 students, labs, physiotherapy and digital arts equipment
- Smaller teaching hubs in Ljubljana, Murska Sobota, Celje, Zagreb and Vienna campuses
- Career centre offering mentorship, counselling, internships and job placement support
- AMEU AI Centre fostering ethical AI research and innovation projects
- Strong international faculty network with visiting scholars and Nobel‑affiliated academics
6. Accommodation
AMEU does not operate its own dormitories. Students typically find housing in Maribor, Ljubljana or Vienna through private rentals, shared flats or student hostels. The university offers support and referrals through its student services, particularly for international and Erasmus students.
- Private or shared apartments (€100–200/month in Maribor)
- University‑assisted hostel placements in partner housing
- Housing guidance and short‑term options coordinated by the university
7. Contact Information
- Email: info@almamater.si
- Phone: available via official contact directory on website
- Address: Slovenska ulica 17, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia
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