Universidad de La Rioja logo

Universidad de La Rioja

Logroño, ES · Ranking #57

The University of La Rioja (Universidad de La Rioja, UR) is a small public university located in Logroño, La Rioja, Spain. Founded in 1992, it offers undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs with a focus on regional needs. UR provides 19 bachelor’s degrees with 46 specializations and 2 double degrees (e.g. Mathematics and Computer Engineering; Agricultural Engineering and Oenology). Fields include nursing, education, business administration, engineering, humanities, law and sciences. The university has around 5,000–6,000 students and emphasizes close contact between students and faculty, as well as strong ties to local industry, particularly in engineering and the wine and agri-food sectors. Teaching is mainly in Spanish.

Universidad de La Rioja logo

Universidad de La Rioja

About the university

The University of La Rioja (Universidad de La Rioja, UR) is a small public university located in Logroño, La Rioja, Spain. Founded in 1992, it offers undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs with a focus on regional needs. UR provides 19 bachelor’s degrees with 46 specializations and 2 double degrees (e.g. Mathematics and Computer Engineering; Agricultural Engineering and Oenology). Fields include nursing, education, business administration, engineering, humanities, law and sciences. The university has around 5,000–6,000 students and emphasizes close contact between students and faculty, as well as strong ties to local industry, particularly in engineering and the wine and agri-food sectors. Teaching is mainly in Spanish.

Key information

  • Location: Logroño, ES
  • Ranking #57
  • QS #801
  • National ranking #36
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Nursing
  • Primary Education
  • Business Administration and Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Oenology
  • Mathematics
  • Law

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: 5,500
  • Undergraduate: 4,500
  • Graduate: 800
  • International students: 8%

Campus life

The University of La Rioja is a compact campus-based institution in Logroño, a medium-sized city known for its wine culture and quality of life. Campus life is close-knit, with students enjoying small class sizes and accessible faculty. UR Emplea’s employment and internship services connect students with local and regional companies, especially in engineering and agri-food sectors. The cost of living is moderate, and most students live in shared apartments or residences near campus.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €350 - €700 / 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
  • cultural clubs
  • sports clubs
  • volunteering and local community projects

Sports

  • University football team
  • basketball team
  • athletics team
  • other sports teams organized through the university sports service

Career & internships

Employment rate: 80%

Partner companies

  • Marzola Biele Group
  • Index Lontana Group
  • Crealis Group Rivercap
  • Grupo La Grajera
  • Garnica One
  • Ramondin
  • Starglass
  • Nidec Arisa
  • Grupo Elastorsa
  • Standard Profil
  • IMEL

Internships: UR Emplea manages internships and employment through its official Employment Agency, offering guidance, CV and interview support, and external placements oriented toward employment. Industry-specific events, such as the ‘One to one’ day in 2025, bring together companies mainly from the industrial and automotive sectors with engineering students. The university collaborates with sectoral clusters and the regional business federation to align training with labour market needs.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • Spanish secondary school certificate or equivalent
  • university entrance exams (EBAU) or recognized international qualification
  • ID or passport
  • regional pre-enrolment; for international students: UNEDasiss accreditation and subject exams as required
  • Spanish language proficiency

Tuition costs

  • €1,000 - €4,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 60.00%
  • Scholarships available: UR students can apply for Spanish national and La Rioja regional grants that support tuition and living expenses. The university’s UR Emplea service, through its employment agency, also works closely with companies to provide internships and first-job opportunities that may include paid training. International students often use Erasmus+ and other mobility programmes via their home institutions. Scholarship details and criteria are published on the university website.
  • Additional costs: Books €100-200/year, Student card €25

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1992
  • Teaching languages: Spanish, English, spanish
  • Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact