Universities in Ukraine
Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Ukraine. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Ukrainian higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.
Ukraine is home to 403 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 45 cities. Of these, 306 are public and 76 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is Kryvyi Rih State Pedagogical University (world rank #1359). The oldest dates back to 1661. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities are there in Ukraine?
Our directory lists 403 universities and colleges in Ukraine across 45 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.
Which is the top-ranked university in Ukraine?
Based on world ranking, Kryvyi Rih State Pedagogical University is the highest-ranked institution in Ukraine in our directory (world rank #1359).
Are there public and private universities in Ukraine?
Yes. Ukraine has 306 public and 76 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.
How do I choose the right university in Ukraine?
Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.
What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?
An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.
Top Universities in Ukraine
Donetsk National University of Economics and Trade named after Mikhail Tugan-Baranovsky
Kryvyi Rih, Dnipropetrovska, Ukraine
Shevchenko Institute of Literature of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Dnipropetrovsk State University of Internal Affairs
Dnipro, Dnipropetrovska, Ukraine
Kherson State Agrarian University
Kherson, Khersonska, Ukraine
National Academy of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine named after Bohdan Khmelnytskyi
Khmelnitsky, Khmelnitsky Region, Ukraine
Ternopil National Economic University
Ternopil, Ternopilska, Ukraine
Dnipropetrovsk Regional Institute for Public Administration, National Academy for Public Administration under the President of Ukraine
Dnipro, Dnipropetrovska, Ukraine
Lviv National University of Veterinary Medicine and Biotechnology named after S.Z.Gztskyy
Lviv, Lvivska, Ukraine
The National University of Ostroh Academy
Ostroh, Rivnenska, Ukraine
R.Glier Kyiv Municipal Academy of Music
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Kherson State University
Kherson, Khersonska, Ukraine
Bohdan Khmelnytsky National University of Cherkasy
Cherkasy, Cherkaska, Ukraine
Higher Education Institution "Academician Yuriy Bugay International Scientific and Technical University"
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Kropyvnytskyi Institute of State and Municipal Governance
Kropyvnytskyi, Kirovohradska, Ukraine
Sumy Regional Institute of Postgraduate Pedagogical Education
Sumy, Sumska, Ukraine
Mykola Lysenko Lviv National Academy of Music
Lviv, Lvivska, Ukraine
State Ecological Academy of Postgraduate Education and Management
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
National University of Physical Education and Sport of Ukraine
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Kherson Academy of Continuing Education
Kherson, Khersonska, Ukraine
