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1 Private University in Spain

IE University leads the 1 Private universities in Spain at #438 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. The universities on this list offer 29 matching courses between them.

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QS World #438 #13 in Spain Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

IE University

Private University · 29 courses

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EUR 19,500 – EUR 26,500/yrTuition (indicative)
1973Founded
8,000Students
6,000International
Admissions open
#438 QS World University Rankings 2026
#13 in Spain
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How these universities are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — IE University at #438 — so it heads the list. Below them, universities follow their research output: IE University is cited most (142,835 citations).

Public, private and where they are

0 are public and 1 private (0% public). By location, Community of Madrid (1) account for the most of those we can place. The oldest is IE University, founded in 1973. IE University is the largest, with 8,000 students.

Inside the course list

By level: 20 master's, 2 bachelor's, 2 phd / doctorate and 2 professional. The most common subjects are Business & Management (11), Business Administration (MBA) (4), Real Estate (3) and Arts, Design & Architecture (3). The usual length is 6 months and 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (91% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (36% of courses with a stated intake). IE University offers the widest choice, with 29 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Private in Spain?

IE University (QS World #438) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer Private in Spain?

0 public and 1 private universities are on this list.

How long does a Private course take in Spain?

Most listed courses run 6 months, with 4 years the next most common.

When do Private courses start in Spain?

Fall is the main intake — 91% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Private courses in Spain?

IE University, with 29.

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