12+1 Reasons to
study in Salamanca
Culture
It's a culture-rich town and its touristy appeal is unquestionable. In fact, since 1988 Salamanca is considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Salamanca’s old quarter is charming and its Plaza Mayor is considered to be one of the most beautiful squares in Europe and in the world.
Students
Salamanca is a University Town. It has been designed for students, where they can truly live an unforgettable educational and personal experience. It is one of the cities with the greatest number of Erasmus students, which makes it a cosmopolitan and very lively city. There are people on the streets at any time of the day.
Future
It has a broad business network in ICTs, it has a Science Park that houses big companies and a Business Incubator. Moreover, Salamanca's privileged geographical location means that students have access to prestigious centres such as the Technology Park of Castilla y León or the Technology Park of Madrid, which enables our students to easily join the labour market.
Location
Salamanca offers easy access to other big cities, such as Madrid, which makes it easy for you to travel to other places of interest.
History
In 2018, Salamanca celebrated its eighth centenary (it is the oldest university in Europe). View more
Support
The University of Salamanca has a Student Development, Information and Orientation Service (SPIO) that will help you to make your stay in the city easier. View more
Accommodation
There are many accommodation options: halls of residence where you can meet other students with whom you can share great experiences. View more
Charming Outskirts
Salamanca is not only a beautiful town; within its province there are many spectacular places to visit. The Arribes del Duero, Alberca or Pozo de los Humos are just a few examples of where you can go on a trip. View more
Research
It has many renowned institutes and research groups where students can prepare for a successful working life.
Leisure
The town offers countless leisure options, not only its well-known parties and university Thursdays, but also theatre, art, festivals, music and many other alternatives that you can enjoy. View more
Fun
Salamanca is famous for its New Year's Eve celebration organized especially for university students, more than 40,000 people attend every year. View more
These 12 reasons will make your university experience in Salamanca absolutely UNFORGETTABLE. Come and enjoy Salamanca!
