University of Tirana

The University of Tirana (UT) is the largest and oldest public university in Albania, located in the capital city of Tirana.

The history of the University of Tirana can be traced back to the early days of Albanian independence. In 1925, the Albanian government established the Higher Pedagogical Institute, which was the first institution of higher education in the country. In 1946, the institute was renamed the Biennial Higher Pedagogical Institute, and in 1947, it was divided into two separate institutions: the Institute of Sciences and the Institute of Arts.

In 1957, the Institute of Sciences, the Institute of Arts, the Higher Pedagogical Institute, the Higher Polytechnic Institute, and the Higher Agricultural Institute were merged to form the State University of Tirana. The university was renamed the University of Tirana in 1990.

The early years of the university were marked by rapid growth and development. In its first academic year, the university had 3,613 students and offered degrees in fifteen specialties. By 1967, the university had over 10,000 students and offered degrees in over 70 specialties.

The University of Tirana played an important role in the development of Albanian society during the communist period. The university's graduates provided the qualified workforce that was needed to industrialize and modernize the country. The university also played a leading role in the development of Albanian culture and science.

After the fall of communism in 1991, the University of Tirana underwent a period of reform and restructuring. The university introduced a new curriculum and adopted a more market-oriented approach to education. The university also established new partnerships with foreign universities and research institutions.

Today, the University of Tirana is a leading university in Albania and the region. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of disciplines. UT is also a major center for research and innovation.

University of Tirana is ranked as the #1 top university in Albania during 2025. This is the same rank as last year.