University of Essex

General information, University of Essex

Founded in 1964, University of Essex is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the large town of Colchester (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), East of England. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Loughton, Southend. Officially accredited/recognized by the Privy Council, University of Essex is a large (enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Essex offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 53 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. University of Essex also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

• Founded: 1964
• Motto: Thought the harder, heart the keener
• Colours: Red and purple
• Admission Office: Admissions, University of Essex Colchester CO4 3SQ
• Student Enrollment: 10,000-14,999
• International Students: Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission
• Admission Selection: Yes, based on students' past academic record and grades
• Admission Rate: Not available
• Academic Staff: 1,000-1,499
• Academic Calendar: Semesters
• Affiliations: 1994 Group, Universities UK