Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details | Top Universities
university logo

Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski"

Location

Sofia Campus, Sofia Bulgaria

Ranking

# 731-740QS World University Rankings

University Profile

About Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski"

The University of Sofia (St. Kliment Ohridski) or simply Sofia University (Софийски университет, Св. Климент Охридски“, Sofiyski Universitet, Sv. Kliment Ohridski“) is the oldest higher education institution in Bulgaria, founded on 1 October 1888. The edifice of the university was constructed between 1924 and 1934 with the financial support of the brothers Evlogi Georgiev and Hristo Georgiev.

The university has 16 faculties and three departments, where over 21,000 students receive their education. In addition, it also disposes of a university library, a university press, a computer centre, a sports centre and several other structures. The current rector is Anastas Gerdzhikov.

Sofia University has been consistently ranked as the top university in Bulgaria according to national and international rankings, and is constant among the best world universities according to QS World University Rankings.

About Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski"

The University of Sofia (St. Kliment Ohridski) or simply Sofia University (Софийски университет, Св. Климент Охридски“, Sofiyski Universitet, Sv. Kliment Ohridski“) is the oldest higher education institution in Bulgaria, founded on 1 October 1888. The edifice of the university was constructed between 1924 and 1934 with the financial support of the brothers Evlogi Georgiev and Hristo Georgiev.

The university has 16 faculties and three departments, where over 21,000 students receive their education. In addition, it also disposes of a university library, a university press, a computer centre, a sports centre and several other structures. The current rector is Anastas Gerdzhikov.

Sofia University has been consistently ranked as the top university in Bulgaria according to national and international rankings, and is constant among the best world universities according to QS World University Rankings.

University information

18,784
0%
0%
1,558
0%
0%
2,087
98%
2%

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:

Rankings & Ratings

Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" is one of the top public universities in Sofia, Bulgaria. It is ranked #731-740 in QS World University Rankings 2026.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2014
    #651-700
  • 2015
    #651-700
  • 2016
    #701+
  • 2017
    #651-700
  • 2018
    #701-750
  • 2019
    #801-1000
  • 2020
    #751-800
  • 2021
    #601-650
  • 2022
    #591-600
  • 2023
    #561-570
  • 2024
    #741-750
  • 2025
    #661-670
  • 2026
    #731-740

QS World University Rankings

  • 2014
    #651-700
  • 2015
    #651-700
  • 2016
    #701+
  • 2017
    #651-700
  • 2018
    #701-750
  • 2019
    #801-1000
  • 2020
    #751-800
  • 2021
    #601-650
  • 2022
    #591-600
  • 2023
    #561-570
  • 2024
    #741-750
  • 2025
    #661-670
  • 2026
    #731-740

Campus locations

campus

open the map

Similar Universities

location Rome, Italy
Ranking

# 128

QS World University Rankings
PGicon

71

Available
programs
View Details
location Jesús María, Peru
Ranking

# 1001-1200

QS World University Rankings
PGicon

28

Available
programs
View Details
location Grenoble, France
Ranking

# 30

Full-time MBA Rankings - Europe
PGicon

33

Available
programs
View Details
location Egham, United Kingdom
Ranking

# =461

QS World University Rankings
PGicon

385

Available
programs
View Details
location Doral, United States
Ranking

# -

PGicon

-

Available
programs
View Details
location Stockholm, Sweden
Ranking

# 78

QS World University Rankings
PGicon

96

Available
programs
View Details
location Le Bouveret, Switzerland
Ranking

# 8

QS WUR Ranking By Subject
PGicon

4

Available
programs
View Details
location Sheffield,, United Kingdom
Ranking

# 92

QS World University Rankings
PGicon

277

Available
programs
View Details
location Bristol, United Kingdom
Ranking

# 51

QS World University Rankings
PGicon

449

Available
programs
View Details
location Belfast, United Kingdom
Ranking

# =199

QS World University Rankings
PGicon

413

Available
programs
View Details
Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" basic Public High 9 no 1558 L 14296