Aalborg University

Aalborg University offers bachelor's and master's courses both in Danish and English language. However, international students applying to English-taught programs need to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Check below the AAU English language requirements for international students:ExamScoreIELTSOverall 6.5TOEFLOverall 85C2 Proficiency180/level C1C1 Advanced 180/grade C

Aalborg University offers a wide range of courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The admission deadlines at AAU generally depend on the level of study. Therefore, international students are advised to check the last date for admission before applying. The online applications are open for Sep 2024 intakes. Mar 15, 2025 is the last date to apply for undergraduate programs at AAU. Meanwhile, Mar 1, 2025 is the deadline to apply for graduate programs. 

According to major ranking bodies like University Ranking THE (Times Higher Education),  and Global Universities US News & World Report, the Aalborg University is ranked among the top universities in the Denmark. According to University Ranking THE (Times Higher Education) 2024, the university ranks #201-250 globally. As per the World University Ranking QS 2024, the university ranks 336 while US News & World Report ranks the university at 267. Students can also check the Top-Ranked Universities in the Denmark.  

Aalborg University is one of the most prestigious universities in Scandinavia. It is ranked #31 in the world and as the world's best university in SDG 4 for Quality Education, and #11 in SDG 17 for partnership for goals. Check below Aalborg University rankings as published by major ranking bodies:Ranked By20232024QS - World University Ranking330336THE (Times Higher Education) - University Ranking251-300201-250US News & World Report - Global Universities267NA

AAU is among the world's leading universities regarding research and teaching. Aalborg University is known for its courses in Health Technology, Wireless Communication, Energy, Computer Science, Innovation Economics, and Comparative Welfare Studies. AAU offers hundreds of courses through its four faculties: the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, the Faculty of Engineering & Science, the Faculty of Medicine, and Technical Faculty of IT and Design. 

Aalborg University is one of the most prestigious universities in Denmark. It does not publish data on the acceptance rate officially. However, as per EduRank, Aalborg University acceptance rate is 40%. This indicates that it is very selective and popular among international students. Therefore, it might be challenging for some to get into AAU. Please note, that the data given above on the acceptance rate is taken from an unofficial source, therefore it is subject to change. 

International students who are non-EU/EEA citizens must pay an application fee. International students who hold a residence permit are exempted from paying the application fee. The Aalborg University application fee is 780 DKK/INR 9,295. One application fee covers all applications (max 3) at AAU for the specific intake. The university will refund the application fee if they are admitted and begin their studies at the university.*DKK/INR = 11.92