University of Ostrava

University of Ostrava

Ostrava, Czech Republic

"A public university in the old centre of Ostrava"

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Ranking #1201 (QS)
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About University of Ostrava

The University of Ostrava was founded in 1991. It has six faculties and more than 10,000 students, with buildings across the city, most of them in the old city centre. It teaches in Czech and English; English-taught options at the Faculty of Arts include English Philology at Bachelor's, Master's and doctoral level.

Rankings & Recognition

#1201
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked in the 1201-1400 band in QS 2026.

Ranked in the 1201-1400 band in QS 2026.

Accreditations & Memberships

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Ostrava's global standing for that metric.

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Key Facts

1991 Founded
10,000+ Total Students
6 Faculties

Popular Programs

English Philology Philosophy Social Work Czech for Foreigners

Application Details

Application Route Online (University of Ostrava portal)
Intakes September

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate —
I-20 Processing Long-term study visa (D)
Post-Study Work Up to 9 months
Green Card Pathway N/A

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship N/A

Career Outcomes

5% Placement Ratio
Up to 9 months Post-Study Work

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Academic Staff — Student-Staff Ratio — —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

University buildings are spread across Ostrava, most of them in the old city centre.

Campus Details

6 faculties
10K+ students
Buildings in Ostrava old city centre
Faculty of Medicine
Founded in 1991
Industrial heritage city near Poland & Slovakia

Campus Forecast

Summer (Jun–Aug): 13–25°C Autumn (Sep–Nov): 3–14°C Winter (Dec–Feb): -5 to 2°C Spring (Mar–May): 1–16°C Cold winters with snow Warm summers Bring a heavy winter jacket & boots

Student Life & Housing

Housing

University dormitories and private rentals

Dining

University canteens

Health & Wellness

Student health insurance required

Activities & Clubs

Student clubs Sports Cultural events

Diversity & Demographics

Total Students 10,000+

Cost Deep-Dive

Tuition - Arts (English, 2024/25) CZK 65,000 / year
Tuition - Czech-taught Free

Intakes & Deadlines

The University of Ostrava starts in September. Each faculty sets its own deadline; the Faculty of Arts international programme closed on 15 May in the 2024/25 call.

Scholarships at University of Ostrava

1 scholarship available

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All Levels

Czech Government Scholarship (Developing Countries)

Master / PhD Tuition paid + living costs covered; eligible countries only

Deadline: Ask counsellor

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate Secondary school diploma with recognition of foreign education. English proficiency as set by the faculty.
Postgraduate Bachelor's degree for Master's. Recognition of foreign degree and English proficiency as set by the faculty.

English Proficiency

IELTS

TOEFL iBT

PTE Academic

Required Documents

Passport copy Secondary school certificate and transcripts (Bachelor) Bachelor's diploma and transcripts (Master's) Recognition of foreign education (nostrification) English language certificate CV and motivation letter Application fee receipt Health insurance and proof of funds (for visa)

Application Process

1
Choose programme
Pick an English-taught programme and check the faculty entry rules.
2
Apply online
Submit the e-application on the University of Ostrava portal.
3
Pay fee & upload
Pay the application fee, upload documents and request recognition of foreign education.
4
Entrance exam
Sit the entrance exam or online interview if the faculty requires one.
5
Admission & tuition
Receive the admission decision and pay the tuition fee for English programmes.
6
Visa & enrol
Apply for a long-term study visa (D) at the Czech embassy, then enrol on arrival.

Campus & Location

University buildings are spread across Ostrava, most of them in the old city centre.

2 of 2 courses
Bachelor's 1
University of Ostrava
📍 Ostrava
Bachelor's English Philology
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 15 May (2024/25 call)
Master's 1
University of Ostrava
📍 Ostrava
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 2 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 15 May (2024/25 call)

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