Established in 1942, University of Peradeniya is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Peradeniya (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Central Province. This institution also has a branch campus in Mahailluppallama and Dodangolla. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka, University of Peradeniya (UPDN) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Sri Lankan higher education institution. University of Peradeniya (UPDN) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 80 years old Sri Lankan higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this Sri Lankan higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UPDN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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Name | University of Peradeniya |
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Name | පේරාදෙණිය විශ්ව විද්යාලය |
Acronym | UPDN |
Founded | 1942 |
Motto | Sarvasva Locanam Sastram Knowledge is the Eye Unto All |
Colours | Maroon and gold |
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Address | University Park Peradeniya 20400 Central Province Sri Lanka |
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Tel | +94 (81) 238 8301 |
Fax | +94 (81) 238 8151 |
Other locations | Mahailluppallama and Dodangolla |
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Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
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Local students |
0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
International students |
0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
0-1,000 US$ (0-750 Euro) |
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Gender | Men and Women (coed) |
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International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
Selection Type | Yes, based on students' past academic record and grades |
Admission Rate | 10-20% |
Admission Office | University Park Peradeniya 20400 |
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Student Enrollment | 10,000-14,999 |
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Academic Staff | 1,000-1,499 |
Control Type | Public |
Entity Type | Non-Profit |
Academic Calendar | Continuous |
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Campus Setting | Urban |
Religious Affiliation | None |
Study Abroad | Not reported |
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Distance Learning | Yes |
Academic Counseling | Not reported |
Career Services | Not reported |
Institutional Hospital | Not reported |
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