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
Dnipropetrovsk Academy of Music named after M. Glinka
Dnipro, Dnipropetrovska, Ukraine
Donetsk Regional Inservaise Teacher Training Institute
Kramatorsk, Donetsk Region, Ukraine
Salvador Dali Academy of Contemporary Arts
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
University of Educational Management
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Kharkiv H. Skovoroda National Pedagogical University
Kharkiv, Kharkivska, Ukraine
Prydniprovska State Academy of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Dnipro, Dnipropetrovska, Ukraine
Kremenets regional humanitarian pedagogical academy named after Taras Shevchenko
Kremenets, Ternopilska, Ukraine
Lviv Institute of Economics and Tourism
Lviv, Lvivska, Ukraine
Zhytomyr National Agroecological University
Zhytomyr, Zhytomyrska, Ukraine
State institution "South Ukrainian National Pedagogical University named after K. D. Ushynsky" (Ushynsky University)
Odessa, Odessa Region, Ukraine
Lviv Regional Institute for Public Administration of the National Academy for Public Administration under the President of Ukraine
Lviv, Lvivska, Ukraine
Khortytsia National Educational and Rehabilitational Academy
Zaporizhia, Zaporizka, Ukraine
University of Economics and Entrepreneurship
Khmelnitsky, Khmelnitsky Region, Ukraine
East European University of Economics and Management
Cherkasy, Cherkaska, Ukraine
Kharkiv Regional Institute of Public Administration of the National Academy of Public Administration attached to the Office of the President of Ukraine
Kharkiv, Kharkivska, Ukraine
Institute of Plant Physiology and Genetics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
King Danylo University
Ivano-Frankivsk, Ivano-Frankivska, Ukraine
The National Academy of Culture and Arts Management
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
International Institute of Business
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Military Institute telecommunications and information
Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
