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.

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

Affordability7/10

Safety8/10

Student vibe10/10

English-friendly6/10

Weather7/10

Transport10/10

Out of 10. The line on each bar is the average across the 99 student cities we score.

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.