Universities in Madrid
Madrid has 8 universities in our index, offering 1,199 study programmes. Here's how the city scores for student life, and who teaches what.
City Life Index
7/10Affordability
8/10Safety
10/10Student vibe
6/10English-friendly
7/10Weather
10/10Transport
Madrid offers a vibrant student experience with excellent transport and a generally safe environment, though summers can be very hot and some Spanish proficiency is beneficial for daily life.
Universities in Madrid
| University | Research rank (EU) | Programmes | English-taught |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad Autónoma de Madrid | #98 | 189 | — |
| University Complutense Madrid | #228 | 320 | — |
| Universidad Politécnica de Madrid | #314 | 188 | — |
| Universidad Europea de Madrid | #373 | 182 | — |
| CEU University | #493 | 79 | — |
| Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia | #541 | 125 | — |
| Universidad Pontificia Comillas | #564 | 64 | — |
| IE University | #579 | 52 | — |
What you can study in Madrid
- Management (60)
- Education (56)
- History (47)
- Law (40)
- Physics (38)
- Media and Communication (34)
- Linguistics and Languages (29)
- Arts and Design (29)
- Physiotherapy (28)
- Psychology (28)
- Economics (26)
- Business Administration (23)
- Chemistry (23)
- Biomedical Sciences (22)
- Data Science (21)
- Mathematics (20)
- Sociology (19)
- Computer Science (18)
- Biology (16)
- Electronics and Telecommunications (15)
- Environmental Engineering (14)
- Philosophy (14)
- Materials Engineering (14)
- Energy Engineering (14)
- Architecture (14)
- Civil Engineering (14)
- Political Science (13)
- Food Science (13)
- Development Studies (13)
- International Relations (12)
- Medicine (12)
- Artificial Intelligence (12)
- Industrial Engineering (12)
- Cultural Studies (11)
- Chemical Engineering (11)
- Marketing (11)
- Security Studies (11)
Frequently asked questions
- How many universities does Madrid have?
- Our index lists 8 universities in Madrid with 1,199 study programmes between them.
- Is Madrid affordable for students?
- Madrid scores 7/10 on affordability in our City Life Index. Students in Spain spend roughly €776 a month on living costs. Full breakdown: Cost of studying in Spain.
Last updated 2026-08-17.