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Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya

Indonesia Founded 1960 World Rank #3074

Overview

English Name: Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia
Local Name: Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia
Acronyms: UAJ
Founded: 1960
Control Type: Private
Entity Type: Non-profit
Religious Affiliation: Christian-Catholic
World Rank: #3074
Rank in Indonesia: #62
Motto: Terpercaya Kualitas Lulusannya
Colours: Orange
Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya crest

Founded in 1960, the Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya (Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Jakarta (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Jakarta SCR.

This institution also has a branch campus in Tangerang. Officially recognized by the Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi, Republik Indonesia (Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology, Republic of Indonesia), Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya (UAJ) is a large-sized coeducational Indonesian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion.

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya (UAJ) 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. This 63-year-old Indonesian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Indonesian higher education organization a very selective institution.

International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UAJ also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Address book entry for Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya: location, phone, email, web, and social channels. The press or media office handles institutional inquiries; admissions handles student-specific queries.

Address: Jalan Jenderal Sudirman 51
Postal Code: 12930
Phone: +62 (21) 572 7615
Fax: +62 (21) 570 8811

Academic Details

Key statistics on Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's student population, faculty size, and external recognition. International vs domestic student split is often missing from these figures but matters for campus culture.

Academic Year: August to July (August-January; February-July)
Accrediting Agency: National Accreditation Agency for Higher Education (BAN-PT)
Admission Requirements: High School certificate or equivalent
Student Enrollment: 10
Academic Staff Range: 500-599
Campus Setting: Urban
Memberships & Networks
International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU) The Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA) The Association of Southeast and East Asian Catholic Colleges and Universities (ASEACCU) Global Compact Network Indonesia (GCNI) Nationwide University Network in Indonesia (NUNI)

Academic Structures

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's constituent schools and faculties. Continuing education or professional development units are typically separate from full-time degree-granting units.

Unit 8 items
  • Faculty of Biotechnology
  • Faculty of Business Administration and Communication Sciences
  • Faculty of Economics and Business
  • Faculty of Education and Language
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Psychology

Degrees

Also Profesi Degree in Accountancy and Medicine

Other 8 programs
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Business Administration
  • Engineering
  • English
  • Law
  • Medicine
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Kementerian Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi, Republik Indonesia.

Magister and Doctoral Studies (Course/Programme) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  • Linguistics
  • Management
  • Psychology
Biotechnology (Faculty) 15 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biochemistry
  • Biotechnology
  • Cell Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Ecology
  • Fishery
  • Food Technology
  • Genetics
  • Immunology
  • Information Technology
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Physics
  • Physiology
  • Virology
Business Administration and Communication Sciences (Faculty) 13 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Administration
  • Anthropology
  • Communication Studies
  • English
  • Human Resources
  • International Business
  • Marketing
  • Media Studies
  • Public Relations
  • Social Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Statistics
  • Tourism

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Economics (Faculty) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Development Studies
  • Economics
  • Management

Common Career Paths

  • Economist
  • Policy Analyst
  • Financial Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Education and Teacher Training (Faculty) 11 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Education
  • Educational Administration
  • Educational and Student Counselling
  • Educational Psychology
  • English
  • Foreign Languages Education
  • Pedagogy
  • Primary Education
  • Religious Education
  • Teacher Training
  • Theology

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Engineering (Faculty) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Power Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Telecommunications Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Law (Faculty) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Civil Law
  • Commercial Law
  • Constitutional Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Ethics
  • Human Rights
  • International Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Medicine (Faculty) 32 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Anaesthesiology
  • Anatomy
  • Applied Chemistry
  • Applied Physics
  • Behavioural Sciences
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Biomedicine
  • Cardiology
  • Child Care and Development
  • Community Health
  • Embryology and Reproduction Biology
  • Endocrinology
  • Ethics
  • Forensic Medicine and Dentistry
  • Gastroenterology
  • Haematology
  • Histology
  • Immunology
  • Medicine
  • Microbiology
  • Midwifery
  • Neurology
  • Nutrition
  • Ophthalmology
  • Parasitology
  • Pathology
  • Pharmacology
  • Physiology
  • Public Health
  • Radiology
  • Surgery

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Psychology (Faculty) 11 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Anthropology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Cognitive Sciences
  • Educational Psychology
  • Ethics
  • Industrial and Organizational Psychology
  • Leadership
  • Philosophical Schools
  • Philosophy
  • Psychiatry and Mental Health
  • Social Psychology

Common Career Paths

  • Psychologist
  • Counsellor
  • Clinical Researcher

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's current programme offering broken down by degree level. Curriculum revisions happen periodically; check the version year on each programme page if accreditation portability matters.

Bachelor's Degree

20 programmes

These 20 programmes make up Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's undergraduate catalogue. A bachelor's degree is the baseline credential for most graduate careers and advanced study.

Pariwisata Hospitality Management
Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris English Language Studies
Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar Education & Teaching
Pendidikan Keagamaan Katolik Education & Teaching
Manajemen Management & Leadership
Psikologi Psychology
Sistem Informasi Information Systems & Technology
Teknik Elektro Electrical Engineering
Teknik Industri Industrial & Systems Engineering
Teknik Mesin Mechanical Engineering
Teknologi Pangan Food Science
Ilmu Hukum Law
Administrasi Bisnis Business Administration
Akuntansi Accounting
Bimbingan Dan Konseling Counselling & Psychotherapy
Bioteknologi Biotechnology
Ekonomi Pembangunan Economics
Farmasi Pharmacy
Ilmu Komunikasi Communication Studies
Kedokteran Medicine

Master's Degree

12 programmes

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya provides 12 programmes at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.

Psikologi Psychology
Psikologi Profesi Psychology
Teknik Elektro Electrical Engineering
Teknik Mesin Mechanical Engineering
Akuntansi Accounting
Biomedik Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Bioteknologi Biotechnology
Ekonomi Terapan Economics
Administrasi Bisnis Business Administration
Ilmu Hukum Law
Linguistik Terapan Bahasa Inggris English Language Studies
Manajemen Management & Leadership

Doctorate

2 programmes

At the highest level, Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya runs 2 programmes. These doctoral programmes are built around a sustained research project rather than taught coursework.

Ilmu Psikologi Psychology
Linguistik Terapan Bahasa Inggris English Language Studies

Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications

9 programmes

These 9 programmes group Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's shorter and preparatory qualifications together: associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and foundation courses that suit focused or transitional study.

Profesi Dokter Medicine
Pendidikan Profesi Akuntansi Accounting
Pendidikan Profesi Apoteker Pharmacy
Pendidikan Profesi Guru Education & Teaching
Pendidikan Profesi Insinyur Education & Teaching
Pendidikan Profesi Psikolog Education & Teaching
Penyakit Dalam Medicine
Kedokteran Keluarga Layanan Primer Medicine
Kedokteran Olahraga Medicine

How to apply to Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya

A practical five-step guide to applying to Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya, from programme research through submission and follow-up.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's catalogue includes 43 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Submit your completed application through Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's official website at www.atmajaya.ac.id. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +62 (21) 572 7615. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya

Quick answers to the most common questions about Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.

In what year was Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya established?

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya was founded in 1960 (approximately 66 years ago).

Where is Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya located?

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya is located in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Is Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya a public or private institution?

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya is a private institution.

What is the student enrolment at Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya?

Student enrolment at Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya is around 10,000-14,999.

How is Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya ranked?

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya holds rank #3074 globally and #62 in Indonesia.

Does Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya have a religious affiliation?

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya is associated with Christian-Catholic.

What is Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's academic structure?

The institution comprises 8 academic units.

Who recognises Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya?

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya is accredited by National Accreditation Agency for Higher Education (BAN-PT).

What is Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's official website?

Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya's official website is www.atmajaya.ac.id.

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