Universidad CEU San Pablo

About the university

CEU San Pablo University (Universidad CEU San Pablo) is a private Catholic university in Madrid, Spain, founded in 1993 by the CEU Foundation (Centro de Estudios Universitarios) and the Catholic Association of Propagandists. It has two main campuses in Madrid (Moncloa and Montepríncipe) and offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs in technology and engineering, medicine, pharmacy, economics and business, law, humanities and communication sciences. With around 10,000 students and nearly 1,000 faculty members, it is recognized as one of Spain’s leading private universities. CEU San Pablo ranks highly in national and international rankings (including QS and THE), and has a strong reputation for teaching quality, facilities and graduate employability. Teaching is mainly in Spanish, with an increasing number of bilingual and English-taught programs.

Key information

Location: Madrid, ES
Ranking #41
QS #319
National ranking #5
Institution type: private

Popular faculties

Engineering and Technology
Medicine
Pharmacy
Economics and Business
Law
Humanities and Communication Sciences

Programs (35)

Medicine
Nursing
Pharmacy
Dentistry
Veterinary Science
Psychology
Computer Science
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Architecture
Telecommunications
Business Administration
Economics
Engineering
Finance and Accounting
Marketing
Tourism and Hospitality
Law
Political Science
International Relations
Philosophy
History
Linguistics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics
Environmental Science
Sociology
Anthropology
Education
Fine Arts
Music

Student body

Total students: 10,000
Undergraduate: 7,500
Graduate: 2,000
International students: 22%

Campus life

CEU San Pablo’s campuses in Moncloa and Montepríncipe integrate students into Madrid’s academic and professional environment. Campus life mixes academic rigor with Catholic values and social engagement, offering cultural and sports activities, volunteering and strong links to professional practice through hospitals, law firms, companies and media organizations. Madrid’s urban setting provides broad opportunities for internships and employment.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €350 - €900 / per month

Housing options

University residences
shared student apartments
private studios
homestay with local families
off-campus rented apartments

Student clubs and organizations

Faculty student associations
religious and social action groups
cultural and sports clubs
entrepreneurship and professional societies

Sports

University football team
basketball team
volleyball team
other sports teams organized through CEU sports services

Career & internships

Employment rate: 94%

Partner companies

Accenture
AstraZeneca
Banco Santander
Deloitte
Everis
MSD
Robert Bosch España
BBVA
Deutsche Bank
IBM
KPMG
PwC
L'Oréal
LVMH
Procter & Gamble
Volkswagen
Ford

Internships: CEU San Pablo has a strong employability record, with 94% of bachelor graduates finding employment in an average of 3.7 months and 95% of master graduates employed shortly after graduation. Its careers and internship services manage thousands of offers and work closely with companies across sectors such as healthcare, law, pharma, consulting, education and media. Many degrees include internships as an integral part of the curriculum.

Admission requirements

Required documents

Online application
academic transcripts
Spanish or international secondary school certificate
university entrance exam (EBAU or equivalent) where required
proof of language (Spanish and/or English)
ID or passport; for master’s: bachelor degree
transcripts
CV
motivation letter
references as required

Tuition costs

€10,000 - €20,000 / per year
Acceptance rate: 45.00%
Scholarships available: CEU San Pablo, through the CEU Foundation, offers scholarships and grants based on academic merit, financial need and family circumstances, as well as discounts for large families and alumni. There are specific scholarships for high-achieving students and those in certain degrees (e.g. health or STEM), and agreements with banks for student loans. External regional and national grants from Spain can complement institutional aid. Details and requirements are listed on the university’s scholarships pages.
Additional costs: Books €100-200/year, Student card €25

Quick facts

Founded: 1933
Teaching languages: Spanish, English, spanish
Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact

Website: https://www.uspceu.com
+34 91 456 63 00