Karoli Gaspar University of the Reformed Church in Hungary
The Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church in Hungary is an esteemed institution that beautifully blends the heritage of Protestant Christian education with modern innovation. In 2021, the university was were proudly ranked as the 4th best university in Hungary, a testament to its commitment to excellence. At this university, students embark on a journey of knowledge acquisition rooted in a strong Christian ethos while enjoying a supportive and friendly environment.
A deep belief in community-oriented education is held, fostering personal relationships between professors and students, and actively supporting student initiatives.
The vibrant academic community boasts more than 8000 students who can explore their passions in one of the distinguished faculties:
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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Faculty of Law
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Faculty of Theology
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Faculty of Pedagogy
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Faculty of Economics, Health Sciences, and Social Studies
Most faculties and campuses are conveniently located in Budapest, a cosmopolitan city that warmly welcomes students from around the world.
Why Choose Károli?
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A Church University:
Proudly founded by the Reformed Church in Hungary, and the official name reflects this heritage: Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church in Hungary.
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Legacy of Károli Gáspár:
They honor Károli Gáspár, the Calvinist pastor who prepared the first complete Hungarian translation of the Bible in 1590.
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International Reach:
Beyond Budapest and NagykÅ‘rös, the main campuses, courses are offered in Romania (Targu Mures/Marosvásárhely and Ilieni/Ilyefalva), with plans to extend off-campus teaching to Berehove/Beregszász (Ukraine) and Levice/Léva (Slovakia) in collaboration with local higher education institutions.
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Practice-Oriented Training:
Programs provide students with immediately applicable knowledge.
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Support Services:
The Career Office and Student Consulting Centre offer valuable career and life management counseling.
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Diverse Language Offerings:
Instruction is offered in 11 foreign languages.
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Global Connections:
Partnerships with 173 institutions across 39 countries on four continents.
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Academic Excellence:
The Faculty of Law earned top honors in the ranking for 'Excellence of Professors' in the field of law, emphasizing commitment to quality education.
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Student-Centric:
'Student Excellence,' is the main focus, as exemplified by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, which ranked third nationwide in this category.
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Theological Distinction:
The Faculty of Theology boasts an almost 100% proportion of professors with academic titles.
Language Options
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English
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German
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Hungarian
Degree Levels
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BA
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MA
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PhD
Degree Programs in Foreign Languages
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BA in Psychology
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MA in English Studies
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MA in Deutscher Sprache, Literatur und Kultur
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LL.M. in European and International Business Law
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Master of Theology
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Doctoral School studies in Law and Political Sciences
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Doctoral School of Theology
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Doktoratsstudium in Theologie
Student Life and Services
At Károli, student life is lively and colorful. The campuses offer a rich cultural environment that enhances the educational experience. Students actively participate in both social and academic life through various activities, including book presentations, debates, training weeks, talent days, conferences, symposiums, and professional forums.
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The Student Sport Circle is a pride of the university, offering numerous sports activities, from competitive to recreational levels. The teams excel in football, handball, volleyball, basketball, and water polo, giving students the chance to participate in inter-university competitions and form their own teams.
Accommodation
For international students, 0accommodation is offered in the Budapest-based dormitories, including the Óbuda Student Hostel and Ráday Dormitory.
Buddy Programme
To ensure a smooth transition, the university runs a buddy program, pairing international students with Hungarian peers from the same faculty. This provides valuable support throughout one's academic journey.
Join Károli Gáspár University and be a part of a dynamic and inclusive academic community that values tradition, innovation, and the pursuit of knowledge. Your journey towards academic excellence begins here!
