Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta

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Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) is a prominent private university in Indonesia, renowned for its strong programs in Engineering, Pharmacy, Communication, and Economics. It uniquely integrates Islamic values with modern scientific and technological education, fostering a holistic learning environment. For international students, UMS offers a welcoming experience through its dedicated International Office, providing support for visa processes, accommodation, and cultural adaptation. The university hosts various international programs, including student exchanges, summer schools, and an increasing number of English-taught programs, particularly in fields like Islamic Economics and Communication Science, ensuring a diverse and engaging academic journey.

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Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta (Indonesian: Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, [univerˈsitas muhamaˈdijah suraˈkarta], UMS) is a private university in Indonesia and one of the country's leading higher education institutions. Established in 1958, the university is located in Kartasura District, Sukoharjo Regency. UMS operates under the Muhammadiyah organization and focuses on Islamic cultural education, scientific scholarship, and skills development based on Islamic values. UMS is the best Islamic university No.1 in Indonesia according to THE WUR (2026). UMS holds an “Unggul” (Excellent) accreditation status, granted by the National Accreditation Board for Higher Education (BAN-PT) through Decree No. 1057/SK/BAN-PT/Ak-PPJ/PT/XII/2021. UMS currently operates four campuses: Campus 1 on Jalan Ahmad Yani, Pabelan, Kartasura, Surakarta, Central Java; Campus 2 on Jalan Ahmad Yani, Pabelan, Kartasura, Surakarta; Campus 3 on Jalan Kebangkitan Nasional No. 101, Penumping, Laweyan, Surakarta; and Campus 4 on Jalan Garuda Mas, Gonilan, Kartasura, Surakarta. The university also...

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