University of Novi Sad

Overview

The University of Novi Sad, established in 1960, is Serbia’s second‑largest public university and a prominent educational and research hub in the Vojvodina region. With nearly 50,000 students across 14 faculties and three scientific institutes, it combines broad academic offerings with strong ties to innovation and regional development. Its flagship BioSense Institute and university Technology Park help anchor Novi Sad’s reputation as a rising “Software Valley” in Central Europe.

2. General Information

Name University of Novi Sad
Established June 28, 1960
Type Public research university
Location Novi Sad (main campus), faculties also in Subotica, Sambor, and Zrenjanin, Serbia
Students ≈48,900 (academic year 2022/2023)
Website https://www.uns.ac.rs

3. Fee Structure

Program Tuition Fee (annual, approx.)
Faculty of Sciences 150,000 RSD
Faculty of Law 180,000 RSD
Faculty of Technical Sciences 160,000 RSD
Faculty of Medicine 250,000 RSD

4. Academic Programs

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, Specialist and Doctoral degrees across 14 faculties
  • Fields include Medicine & Health, Engineering & Technical Sciences, Agriculture & Food Technology, Natural & Mathematical Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics & Law, Arts, Education and Sports
  • Approximately 320 accredited programs in all academic cycles
  • Numerous English-taught programs and extensive Erasmus+ and international exchange pathways

5. Facilities

  • Main campus along the Danube near Petrova Radin Fortress, hosting 7 faculties together with dormitories, student center, sports and health services
  • Central Library plus faculty and institute libraries, including access to Matica Srpska Library collection totaling millions of volumes
  • About 250 laboratories and 3 scientific institutes
  • BioSense Institute (EU-recognized Centre of Excellence in biotechnology) and a University Technology Park fostering over 140 start-ups and spin-offs
  • Comprehensive student services: career development, counseling, international relations, medical care, support for disabled students

6. Accommodation

The University provides on‑campus dormitory housing through its student center system, accommodating over 10,000 students. Spaces are in high demand and international students often secure shared apartments in Novi Sad. Student services assist newcomers with navigating housing options.

  • University-managed dormitories near campus
  • Support for locating private rentals or shared student flats

7. Contact Information

  • Email: rektorat@uns.ac.rs
  • Phone: +381 21 485 2020 (Rector’s Office)
  • Address: Dr Zorana Đinđića 1, 21102 Novi Sad, Serbia

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