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Universitas Indonesia (UI) has been recognized as the best university in Indonesia. UI builds partnerships with international university in Asia, Europe, and Australia. Students will have a chance to study abroad for Indonesia in UI international programs. 

History

In 1849 the Dutch government established an institute of higher education for medicine. In January 1851 the school was officially named Dokter-Djawa School (School for Javanese Doctors). This institute of higher education specialised in medicine, especially for the education of doctors.

Education

After undergoing a change of name at the end of the 19th century, or in 1898, the name Dokter-Djawa School was change to School tot Opleiding van Indische Artsen (School of Medicine for Indigenous Doctors) or also known as STOVIA . For 75 years STOVIA provided the best education for medical doctor candidates in Indonesia, before it was closed in 1927. However, another School of Medicine was established along with four other institutes of higher education in a number of cities in Java.

University of Indonesia Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #189 Ranking
  • 45 Scholarships
  • 4,106 Academic Staff
  • 39,418 Students
  • 4,730 Students (int'l)
  • 25,622 Students (female)
  • Public Institution Type

University of Indonesia Overview

University of Indonesia Scholarships

University of Indonesia Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to University of Indonesia. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Enkla Media - Kreditkortlistan
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available

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University of Indonesia Student Reviews & Awards

4.3

Based on 58 reviews

  • 5 Star
    26 Reviews
  • 4 Star
    23 Reviews
  • 3 Star
    7 Reviews
  • 2 Star
    2 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    0 Reviews

How Students Rated This University

  • Student Teacher Interaction 4.2
  • Student Diversity 4.2
  • Quality of Student Life 4.6
  • Career Development 4.1
5/5

A Solid Foundation for a Mechanical Engineer

My overall study experience as a Mechanical Engineering student was highly satisfying and formative. The programme provided a strong foundation in core engineering principles such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials engineering, and mechanical design, while strengthening analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Through laboratory work, group projects, and technical assignments, I learned how to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world engineering challenges. Beyond the technical curriculum, I developed a growing interest in economics by exploring topics such as carbon pricing in Indonesia, where I examined how economic instruments can support energy transition and emissions reduction. I also took courses in entrepreneurship and project management, which enhanced my understanding of business decision-making, resource allocation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This academic experience has prepared me well for advanced studies and motivated me to pursue further education with an integrated perspective that bridges engineering, economics, and management.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Jul 2022 - Jul 2026
Posted on Jan 2026
5/5

Affordable Terengganu Campus Life

This university is just good and I like the environment too even though it is far away from my home. The facilities here also not that bad with good wifi connection. For those who are not used with food in Terengganu need to adapt with it. The lecturers are also nice and good. If you are stress with your studies you can go to the beach nearest to the Gong Badak Campus and you can find there :)

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Sep 2022 - Jun 2026
Posted on Jul 2025
4/5

Transformative and Challenging Journey

My overall study experience at the university has been highly rewarding and intellectually stimulating. The academic environment encourages critical thinking, independent research, and practical problem-solving. I particularly appreciated the strong emphasis on analytical skills and the integration of theory with real-world applications. Courses were structured to progressively build competence, and assessments were designed to test both conceptual understanding and applied knowledge. The learning resources, including digital platforms and academic databases, were accessible and supportive of self-directed study. The diversity of students also created a collaborative and engaging academic atmosphere where discussions were insightful and enriching. However, there is room for improvement in administrative responsiveness and scheduling coordination, especially during peak academic periods. Streamlining communication channels and providing clearer academic guidance at the beginning of each semester would enhance the overall student experience. In summary, my journey has been transformative, academically rigorous, and personally motivating. It has strengthened both my technical expertise and my confidence as a learner and future professional.

Posted by Arafang Sanneh
Studied from Nov 2025 - Sep 2027
Posted on Feb 2026
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University of Indonesia Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 9.8% Indonesia
Top 5.9% Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

QS World University Rankings

189

By TopUniversities

Climbed 17 places compared to 2025

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
237 206 189

World University Rankings

801

By Times Higher Education

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
801 801 801

Best Global Universities Rankings

No 2026 Ranking

By U.S. News & World Report

This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2024 2025 2026
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Student services

International Office is the university division dedicated to support the internationalization. Our goal is to assist the international students and scholars handle their academic-related matters at Universitas Indonesia and to bridge Universitas Indonesia’s civitas academica with overseas universities.

Housing services

The main campus of Universitas Indonesia is located in Depok (West Java). Almost 80 percent academics and researches activities are found in this green campus. Living in Depok means students and scholars will experiencing vibrant, warm and progressive city environment. Depok offers high quality of students and scholars living standards starting from recreational facilities, mall, and transportation to support academics’ activities.

Campus life

The main campus of Universitas Indonesia is located in Depok (West Java). Almost 80 percent academics and researches activities are found in this green campus. Living in Depok means students and scholars will experiencing vibrant, warm and progressive city environment. Depok offers high quality of students and scholars living standards starting from recreational facilities, mall, and transportation to support academics’ activities.

University of Indonesia Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Indonesia Country
Jakarta City

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