Catholic University of Leuven

Catholic University of Leuven (KU Leuven) is a Catholic research university in the city of Leuven, Belgium. It is the largest university in Belgium and the Low Countries, with over 65,000 students enrolled.

The Catholic University of Leuven (KU Leuven) is the oldest and largest university in Belgium, founded in 1425 by Pope Martin V. It is one of the leading research universities in Europe, with over 10,000 researchers working on a wide range of projects. KU Leuven is also a member of the Coimbra Group, a network of leading European universities.

In 1834, the Catholic University of Malines was established and transferred into the buildings of the University of Leuven, which had been founded in 1425. The university's first mission was to train managers of the new state and of a society experiencing industrial and cultural revolution.

KU Leuven has a long history of academic excellence and has produced many notable alumni, including five Nobel laureates. The university is known for its strong international focus, with over 20% of its students coming from outside Belgium. KU Leuven also has partnerships with universities all over the world.

During World War I, the city of Leuven was destroyed by the German army, and the university library was burned to the ground. However, the university was rebuilt after the war and continued to grow and develop.

KU Leuven is a vibrant and diverse university community. It is located in the city of Leuven, which is known for its historic center and lively student life. Leuven is also well-connected to other major cities in Belgium and Europe. Over 20% of its students are international, and it has partnerships with universities all over the world. KU Leuven is also a member of the Coimbra Group, a network of leading European universities.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2024, Catholic University of Leuven is positioned as the #61 top university in the world, which makes it the #1 top university in Belgium. The university's global rank is improved by 15 points from last year.

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2024 Ranking	#61 #1
University Name	Catholic University of Leuven
Name in Local Language	Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
Acronym	KUL
Year Established	1425
Motto	Sedes Sapientiae
Motto in English	Seat of Wisdom

Location

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Address	Naamsestraat 22, Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium
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Phone	+32 (16) 324 311
Fax	+32 (16) 324 330
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Student Body	Men and Women

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