Universitas Gadjah Mada

UGM • Bulaksumur, Yogyakarta

Excellent (Unggul)#2 Indonesia, #224 World (QS WUR 2026)

About UGM

UGM is the oldest national university in Indonesia, founded on December 19, 1949. According to QS World University Rankings 2026, UGM ranks #224 globally and #2 nationally with an overall score of 53.5. The 360-hectare campus in Bulaksumur, Yogyakarta houses 18 faculties with over 100 study programs and approximately 56,000 active students across various programs.

Unique Highlights

#224 QS World University Rankings 2026 (highest in history)

#1 Indonesia in QS Sustainability Rankings 2026

Average UTBK score of admitted students: 702.48 (highest in Indonesia)

Alumni include 2 Indonesian Presidents and dozens of cabinet ministers

Basic Information

Accreditation

Excellent (Unggul) (2024)

Ranking

#2 Indonesia, #224 World (QS WUR 2026)

Location

Bulaksumur, Yogyakarta

Founded

1949

Total Faculties

Total Programs

101

Total Students

56,000

Total Lecturers

2,500

Campus Area

360 hectares

Website

ugm.ac.id

Admission Website

um.ugm.ac.id

Brief History

Universitas Gadjah Mada was founded on December 19, 1949, making it the first national university established by the Republic of Indonesia after independence. The name Gadjah Mada is taken from the famous Majapahit Prime Minister known for his Palapa Oath to unite the Indonesian archipelago. The establishment of UGM was the result of the founding fathers' struggle who wanted an independent and quality higher education center. The main campus is located in the Bulaksumur area spanning 360 hectares, making it one of the largest campuses in Southeast Asia. Over more than 75 years, UGM has produced two Indonesian presidents, dozens of ministers, governors, and prominent business leaders. In QS World University Rankings 2026, UGM achieved its highest ranking ever at position #224 globally, rising 15 places from the previous year.

Faculties & Programs

Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing

Medical EducationExcellent
Nursing ScienceExcellent
Health NutritionA
Public HealthA

Faculty of Engineering

Civil EngineeringExcellent
ArchitectureExcellent
Mechanical EngineeringExcellent
Electrical EngineeringExcellent
Chemical EngineeringExcellent

Faculty of Economics and Business

EconomicsExcellent
ManagementExcellent
AccountingExcellent

Faculty of Law

LawExcellent

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

MathematicsExcellent
PhysicsExcellent
ChemistryExcellent
BiologyExcellent
StatisticsExcellent

Faculty of Cultural Sciences

Indonesian LiteratureExcellent
English LiteratureExcellent
Japanese StudiesExcellent
HistoryExcellent
ArchaeologyExcellent

Faculty of Psychology

PsychologyExcellent

Faculty of Social and Political Sciences

International RelationsExcellent
Communication ScienceExcellent
SociologyA
Politics and GovernmentA
Public Policy and ManagementExcellent

Faculty of Agriculture

AgrotechnologyExcellent
AgribusinessA
Soil ScienceA
Plant ProtectionA
Agricultural Extension and CommunicationA

Faculty of Dentistry

Dental EducationExcellent
Dental HygieneA

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary MedicineA

Faculty of Pharmacy

PharmacyExcellent

Faculty of Agricultural Technology

Food TechnologyExcellent
Agricultural and Biosystem EngineeringA
Agroindustrial TechnologyA

Faculty of Forestry

ForestryExcellent

Faculty of Philosophy

PhilosophyExcellent

Faculty of Geography

Geography and Environmental ScienceExcellent
Cartography and Remote SensingA
Regional DevelopmentA

Faculty of Biology

BiologyExcellent

Vocational School

ArchivesA
Mandarin LanguageA
TourismA
AccountingA
ManagementA

Tuition Fees

UGM implements UKT system with 6 groups. Groups 1-5 are Subsidized Excellent Education UKT, while Group 6 is full Excellent Education UKT. SNBP and SNBT pathways are not charged IPI.

Tuition Fee Table (Semester)

Group	UKT Amount	Criteria & Subsidy	Subsidy
Group 1	IDR 0	100% subsidy, verified underprivileged family	100% subsidy
Group 2	IDR 0	100% subsidy, verified underprivileged family	100% subsidy
Group 3	IDR 2,850,000	75% subsidy, low income	75% subsidy
Group 4	IDR 5,700,000	50% subsidy, middle income	50% subsidy
Group 5	IDR 8,550,000	25% subsidy, upper-middle income	25% subsidy
Group 6	IDR 11,400,000 - 24,700,000	Full Excellent Education UKT, varies by program	0% subsidy

UKT group determination based on family economic document verification. SNBP/SNBT students are not charged IPI.

Highest UKT Per Faculty

FK-KMK (Medicine)

IDR 24,700,000

FKG (Dentistry)

IDR 22,500,000

Pharmacy

IDR 18,500,000

Engineering

IDR 15,000,000

FEB (Economics & Business)

IDR 14,500,000

Vocational School

IDR 11,400,000

Living Cost Estimates - Yogyakarta

Rent/Housing

Rp 500.000 - Rp 2.000.000

per month

Boarding houses around Bulaksumur and Seturan campus area

Food

Rp 900.000 - Rp 1.500.000

per month

3 meals daily, many affordable options around campus

Transport

Rp 150.000 - Rp 400.000

per month

Motorcycle/ride-hailing, campus is walkable

Total Monthly Estimate

Rp 1.550.000 - Rp 3.900.000

per month

Living Cost Comparison

Yogyakarta is known as a student city with affordable living costs, approximately 30-40% cheaper than Jakarta

Admission Paths

Understand each admission path and the best strategies to improve your chances

Admission Quota Overview

📊

Total Quota

9,236

🎓

IUP Quota

1,039

📚

SNBP

30%

✏️

SNBT

30%

🎯

Independent

40%

SNBT 2024 Statistics

Applicants

91,926

Accepted

1,924

Average Score

702.48

Acceptance rate: 2.1%

About Path

Test-free admission pathway based on report card grades and academic achievements. UGM accepts approximately 30% or 2,783 new students through this pathway in 2026.

Quota:30% of total admission

Requirements

✓Grade 12 students from current graduation year
✓Consistent and good report card grades from semesters 1-5
✓Within top percentile of school based on school accreditation
✓Meet specific requirements for certain study programs

Timeline

Registration: January-February, Announcement: March

Success Tips

Focus on consistency of report card grades semesters 1-5, avoid drastic drops in final semesters

Choose programs that match your strongest grade profile, not just following trends

Utilize school quota by consulting with school counselor about opportunities based on accreditation

Complete academic achievements like olympiads or competitions relevant to chosen program

Pay attention to linearity between high school major and chosen program to increase chances

Admission Tips

Target minimum UTBK score of 700 for popular UGM programs, as the 2024 accepted average was 702.48 (highest in Indonesia)

Utilize all available admission pathways: SNBP, SNBT, and UM-UGM. Don't rely on just one pathway as competition is very tight

Study UM-UGM question patterns that differ from UTBK, especially the Academic Competency Test specific to chosen programs

Visit campus during UGM Expo or Dies Natalis every December to experience the atmosphere and meet current students

Prepare mentally for tight competition: in SNBT 2024, out of 91,926 applicants only 1,924 were accepted (2.1% ratio)

Consider programs with lower passing grades but good prospects like Statistics, Geography, or Food Technology if primary target isn't achieved

Take specialized tutoring for UGM preparation that understands UTBK and UM-UGM question patterns specifically

Prepare backup plan with second choice program in UM-UGM as the system allows selecting more than one program

Campus Facilities

UGM Central Library with 1+ million book collection and access to thousands of international journals

Grha Sabha Pramana (GSP) - iconic multipurpose building for graduation and major events

Sport Center with Olympic swimming pool, modern gym, and complete sports facilities

UGM Campus Mosque - largest campus mosque in Indonesia with distinctive architecture

UGM Academic Hospital for medical practice and campus health services

Advanced laboratories in each faculty including international-standard research facilities

Ratnaningsih (female) and Kinanti Student Dormitories with 2000+ student capacity

Student Center with various student facilities and discussion rooms

Canteens and food courts throughout campus with student-friendly prices

UGMnet campus WiFi with access to scientific databases and e-journals

Student Organizations & Clubs

BEM KM UGM (Student Executive Board) - university-level executive organization

DPM KM UGM (Student Representative Council) - student legislative body

100+ active Student Activity Units from various interest fields

Sports UKM: Mapagama (nature lovers), basketball, futsal, football, badminton

Arts UKM: Swagayugama (theater), Kamasetra (music), UKDW (dance), Lafika (photography)

Coverage

Full scholarship for Master's/PhD

Provider

Ministry of Finance

Student Life

Student life at UGM is very dynamic with strong campus traditions and culture. The academic atmosphere blends with the warmth typical of Yogyakarta as a student city. Students can enjoy legendary angkringan (street food stalls) around campus, explore Javanese culture, and visit natural attractions like Mount Merapi and southern beaches. The student community is very active with various activities from research to community service in surrounding villages.

Founder of Waroeng Spesial Sambal restaurant chain

Faculty

Chemical Engineering

Graduated

1996

Notable Alumni

Presidents

Years

Faculties

Frequently Asked Questions

What is UGM's passing grade for popular programs like Medicine and Engineering?

UGM has the highest average UTBK score in Indonesia at 702.48. For Medical Education, estimated minimum score is 750+, Computer Science 720+, Psychology 710+, Civil Engineering 680+, and Accounting 670+. These are estimates as UGM doesn't release official passing grades and they change yearly depending on competition.

How does UGM's UKT system work and what is the highest fee?

UGM implements 6 UKT groups. Groups 1-2 are free (IDR 0) for verified underprivileged families, Group 3 is IDR 2,850,000 (75% subsidy), Group 4 IDR 5,700,000 (50% subsidy), Group 5 IDR 8,550,000 (25% subsidy), and Group 6 full rate starts from IDR 11,400,000 up to IDR 24,700,000 for Medicine. SNBP/SNBT students are not charged IPI.

What's the difference between SNBP, SNBT, and UM-UGM admission pathways?

SNBP (30% quota) is based on report card grades without test. SNBT (30% quota) is based on UTBK scores administered nationally. UM-UGM (40% quota) is UGM's independent selection with 4 sub-pathways: CBT, PBUB (achievement), PBUTM (underprivileged), and Tridharma Affirmation. The independent pathway has the largest quota and allows selecting more than one program.

What scholarships are available at UGM for new students?

New UGM students can access various scholarships: KIP Kuliah (full UKT + IDR 800,000/month), Ministry Excellence Scholarship (UKT + allowance), Djarum (IDR 1,000,000/month + training), Bank Indonesia (IDR 1,500,000/month), and Tanoto Foundation (UKT + living cost). KIP Kuliah is registered together with admission application, while other scholarships can be accessed after becoming a student.

How to prepare for UM-UGM CBT which differs from UTBK?

UM-UGM CBT consists of Basic Competency Test (Indonesian, English, Basic Math), Academic Potential Test, and Academic Competency Test specific to each program. Unlike UTBK, UM-UGM scores are combined with UTBK scores. Preparation tips: study previous years' question patterns, focus on subjects specific to chosen program, and ensure good UTBK score for combination.

What is the monthly living cost for students in Yogyakarta?

Living costs in Yogyakarta are relatively affordable compared to other major cities. Monthly estimates: boarding IDR 500,000-2,000,000, food IDR 900,000-1,500,000, transport IDR 150,000-400,000. Total approximately IDR 1,550,000-3,900,000 per month. Yogyakarta is known as a student city with many affordable boarding and food options around campus.

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