47 public universities in Spain in 2026
The public universities in Spain offer accessible education to as many students as possible, with recognised programs and a strong tradition of academic research.
47 public universities
Spain has public institutions offering a wide range of programs, often with government-regulated fees and a strong tradition of academic research.
University of León
Public Castilian university, recognized in sports sciences, health, and mining engineering.
University of Lleida
Public Catalan university, recognized in agro-food, health, law, and engineering.
University of Malaga
Dynamic public Andalusian university, recognized in computer science, telecommunications, and sciences.
University of Murcia
Public Andalusian university founded in 1272, renowned for research in sciences, health, and technology.
University of Santiago de Compostela
Historic public Galician university, recognized for research in sciences and humanities.
University of Salamanca
Spain’s oldest university (1218), prestigious in humanities, law, and health.
University of Zaragoza
Historic public Aragonese university, recognized for research in sciences, engineering, and medicine.
University of Seville
Historic public Andalusian university, leader in sciences, engineering, and humanities.
University of Valencia
Major public Valencian university, leader in research, sciences, and humanities.
University of Valladolid
Historic public Castilian university, strong in humanities, law, engineering, and health.
University of Vigo
Public Galician university recognized for research in sciences, engineering, and marine technologies.
University of the Balearic Islands
Public Balearic university, recognized in tourism, marine sciences, and technology.
University of the Basque Country
Major public Basque university, research leader in sciences, engineering, and medicine.
International University of Andalusia
Public Andalusian university specializing in postgraduate training and advanced research.
Jaume I University
Public Valencian university, recognized in computer science, law, and tourism.
Pablo de Olavide University
Modern public Andalusian university, focused on social sciences and the environment.
Polytechnic University of Cartagena
Public Murcian university, specializing in engineering, architecture, and technology.
Polytechnic University of Catalonia
Major public Catalan university of engineering and architecture, leader in technology.
Polytechnic University of Madrid
Major public Spanish university, leader in engineering, technology, and applied research.
Polytechnic University of Valencia
Public Spanish polytechnic university, leader in engineering, technology, and innovation in Valencia.
Pompeu Fabra University
Public Barcelona university, ranked among Spain’s and Europe’s best.
Public University of Navarre
Public Navarre university, recognized in engineering, sciences, and health.
King Juan Carlos University
Modern public Madrid university, recognized in health, sciences, and communication.