Epoka University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #6719 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1529 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #6 of 30 | In Albania |
| #5 of 23 | In Tirana |
| #1552 of 2,069 | For International Business |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 60%
- Enrollment
- 2,568
- Male:Female Ratio
- 47:53
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- epoka.edu.al
- Languages
- English;Albanian
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 60% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Bachelor and Integrated Second Cycle Study Programs offered in English: 1. Students holding a high school degree or equivalent degree; 2. a. A minimum high school CGPA of 7.00 out of 10.00 or equivalent CGPA; b. For Bachelor in Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics and Digital Communication the minimum high school grade average received at the “Mathematics” and "Physics" subjects should be 7.00 out of 10.00 or equivalent to it. 3. English proficiency level B1 according to CEFR in one of the following exams: a. Cambridge b. IELTS c. TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) d. TOEFL Paper-based Test (ITP) e. TOEIC f. GESE g. APTIS (4 skills), which is the English Proficiency Exam of Epoka University and is conducted by British Council Albania at the premises of the University. In cases when the Student has completed his studies in a high school where teaching is conducted entirely in English, he is exempted from the obligation to submit this document. -Bachelor study programs offered in Albanian 1. Students holding a high school degree or equivalent degree; 2. A minimum high school CGPA of 6.50 out of 10.00 or equivalent CGPA. -Master of Science study programs 1. Students holding a Bachelor degree or equivalent degree in disciplines determined by the Scientific Committe of the respective Department; 2. A minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00 for the students who have completed their Bachelor study programs at Epoka University or 7.00 out of 10.00 or equivalent CGPA for students who have completed Bachelor study programs in other Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) ; 3. Students who have completed their Bachelor study programs at Epoka University with a CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 out of 4.00 or students who have completed their Bachelor study programs at other HEIs with a CGPA between 6.00 - 6.99 out of 10.00 shall be able to enroll in the Master of Science study program subject to the succesful passing of the Scientific Interview with the Scientific Committe of the respective Departement; 4. English proficiency level B2 according to CEFR in one of the following exams: a. Cambridge b. IELTS c. TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) d. TOEFL Paper-based Test (ITP) e. TOEIC f. GESE g. APTIS (4 skills), which is the English Proficiency Exam of Epoka University and is conducted by British Council Albania at the premises of the University. In cases when the Student has completed his first cycle (Bachelor) studies in a study program where teaching is conducted entirely in English, he is exempted from the obligation to submit this document. - PhD study program The persons who are eligible for admission to the PhD program should: 1. have obtained a Master of Science/Master of Arts, integrated second cycle studies or any other equivalent diploma in the field of the Doctorate (PhD) program or in a close field previously defined in the requirements established by the respective of the Scientific Committee; 2. have a CGPA of at least 2.70 out of 4.00 or 8 out of 10 from the Master of Science/Master of Arts, integrated second cycle studies or any other equivalent diploma in the field of the Doctorate (PhD) program or in a close field previously defined in the requirements established by the respective Scientific Committee or an equivalent CGPA; 3. Applicants must demonstrate that they have reached the minimum acceptable level of proficiency in use of the English language, having obtained the equivalent score for C1 level from the internationally recognized English Language Exams as stipulated in the Directive of the Minister of Education and Sports No. 52, dated 03.12.2015 "On defining the foreign language levels and international tests, on the admission to second and third cycle study programs, in Higher Education Institutions" which are as follows:Cambridge a. IELTS b. TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) c. TOEFL Paper-based Test (ITP) d. TOEIC e. GESE f. APTIS (4 skills), which is the English Proficiency Exam of Epoka University and is conducted by British Council Albania at the premises of the University. 4. Applicant must be employed in a Higher Education Institution or in a Research Center. |
| Academic Calendar | November to October |
| Enrollment | 2,568 |
| Full time employee | 81 |
| Student:staff ratio | 32:1 |
We've calculated the 60% acceptance rate for Epoka University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Epoka University has published 736 scientific papers with 5,743 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Political Science, Engineering, Law, Computer Science, Business, Geography and Cartography, Physics, and Economics.
Epoka University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 | 9 | 1 |
| 2011 | 14 | 7 |
| 2012 | 14 | 19 |
| 2013 | 23 | 32 |
| 2014 | 52 | 44 |
| 2015 | 44 | 81 |
| 2016 | 29 | 84 |
| 2017 | 46 | 130 |
| 2018 | 38 | 190 |
| 2019 | 43 | 283 |
| 2020 | 89 | 462 |
| 2021 | 106 | 712 |
| 2022 | 89 | 996 |
| 2023 | 81 | 1399 |
| 2024 | 52 | 1251 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Epoka University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | €3,000 |
| Master's Degree | €4,000 |
| PhD | €5,000 |
Epoka University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Epoka University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | No | No | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | No | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | No | No | No |
| Diplomë Bachelor | Banking, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Economics, Marketing, Political Sciences, Software Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering |
|---|---|
| Master Profesional | Banking, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Fire Science, Political Sciences |
| Master i Shkencave, Cikel i Integruar | Architecture, Law |
| Master i Shkencave/Master i Arteve të Bukura | Architecture, Banking, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Economics, Engineering Management, Political Sciences, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Doktor | Architecture, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Economics, Political Sciences |
Epoka University faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Architecture and Engineering | Architecture, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Management, Software Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Economics and Administrative Sciences | Banking, Business Administration, Economics, Finance |
| Faculty : Law and Social Sciences | European Studies, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Political Sciences |
General information
| Alternative names | Epoka Universiteti Epoka |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2008 |
| Accreditation | Agjencia e Sigurimit të Cilësisë në Arsimin e Lartë (Quality Assurance Agency in Higher Education (ASCAL)) |
| Motto | Epoka e Re e Arsimimit The New Era of Education |
| Colors | blue, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | Rr. Tiranë-Rinas, Km 12 Vlora, 1032 Albania |
|---|---|
| City population | 418,000 |