University of Zagreb - Zagreb, Croatia
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University of Zagreb is the oldest and biggest university in South-Eastern Europe.
Waymark Code: WM4427
Location: Croatia
Date Posted: 07/04/2008
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University of Zagreb was established on September 23, 1669. Emperor and King Leopold I Habsburg issued a decree granting the status and privileges of a university to the Jesuit Academy of the Royal Free City of Zagreb. On October 19, 1874 the modern University of Zagreb was established. Today, University of Zagreb is the oldest Croatian university in continuous operation and also the oldest university in South-Eastern Europe. The University consists of 29 faculties, three art academies and the Center for Croatian Studies. University of Zagreb is also a strongly research-oriented institution, contributing with over 50 percent to the total research output of the Croatia.
Name: University of Zagreb
Location/Address:
Trg maršala Tita 14
Zagreb, Croatia
10000
Phone Number: +385 1 4564 111
Web Site: [Web Link]
Type of School: Undergraduate School with Graduate Programs
School Affiliation: Public -- National
Date Founded: 9/23/1669
Enrollment: 56,113
Location of GPS Coordinates: Entrance to the University building
Nicknames/Mascots: Not listed
School Colors: Not listed
School Motto: Not listed
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