Bachelor's
KNB Scholarship (Government of Indonesia)
/ Master's / PhD Tuition, monthly allowance, flights (Govt)
Universitas Sumatera Utara
Medan, Indonesia
"North Sumatra's main public university, in Medan"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#1001 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About Universitas Sumatera Utara
Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) in Medan was founded in 1952. It is in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and teaches medicine, engineering, agriculture, economics and law.
Rankings & Recognition
#1001
Ranked #1001–1200 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology (Indonesia)
KNB scholarship partner
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Universitas Sumatera Utara's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1952
Founded
Medan
City
Ranked
QS
Public
Type
International (English) classes
Teaching
Popular Programs
Medicine
Engineering
Agriculture
Economics
Law
Pharmacy
Application Details
Application Route
University international portal
Intakes
Aug / Sep (some Feb)
English Programmes
IELTS / TOEFL needed
Scholarships
KNB, Darmasiswa
Work Rights
Not allowed on student visa
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS
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5.5 – 6.0 |
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TOEFL ITP / iBT
|
500 / 61 |
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BIPA (Indonesian)
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Indonesian-taught programmes |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student visa (C316) + study permit
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
KNB (Govt) full funding
Career Outcomes
7%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — Indonesian; English in intl. classes
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Universitas Sumatera Utara is in Medan, Indonesia.
Campus Details
Main
campus Padang Bulan Medan
Kwala
Bekala campus Medan
Founded
1952
Campus Forecast
Tropical
Hot
Humid
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University dormitory or private kos (boarding house)
Dining
Campus canteens; affordable local food
Health & Wellness
Health insurance recommended; campus clinic
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Cultural events
Sports
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
Set by university (IDR, per semester)
Living cost
Low by Asian standards
Intakes & Deadlines
The academic year starts in August / September; some international programmes also take February entry. KNB scholarship applications usually open early in the year.
Scholarships at Universitas Sumatera Utara
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Darmasiswa Scholarship (Government of Indonesia)
Non-degree (1 year) Indonesian language and culture + allowance
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 with good marks; English or Indonesian proficiency by programme.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field; English test for international classes; research proposal for some.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL ITP / iBT
BIPA (Indonesian)
Indonesian-taught programmesRequired Documents
Passport (18+ months validity)
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
English test (IELTS / TOEFL)
Indonesian language certificate (if Indonesian-taught)
Health certificate
Statement of financial support
Passport photos
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick an international (English) or Indonesian-taught programme at Universitas Sumatera Utara.
2
Apply online
Apply on the university international admission portal (or KNB / Darmasiswa).
3
Admission letter
Receive the Letter of Acceptance (LoA).
4
Study permit
The university arranges the study permit from the Ministry of Higher Education.
5
Student visa
Apply for the student visa (C316) with the university as sponsor.
6
Arrive & ITAS
Arrive in Indonesia and complete your limited stay permit (ITAS) registration.
Campus & Location
Universitas Sumatera Utara is in Medan, Indonesia.
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