About Us
About Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta International Office
The official gateway connecting UNY's academic community to international universities, prospective global students, mobility initiatives, and scholarly research collaborations worldwide.
Institutional Heritage & Evolution
Over six decades of growth from a premier pedagogical institute into a comprehensive, world-ranked Indonesian public university.
Origins at Gadjah Mada University
Academic roots established on September 19, 1955, as part of the Faculty of Pedagogy at Gadjah Mada University, training educators for a newly independent Indonesia.
Founding of IKIP Yogyakarta
Officially inaugurated on May 21, 1964, following the merger of the Faculty of Pedagogy and the Institute of Teacher Education, becoming one of Indonesia's foremost higher education institutes.
Transition to Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta
Through Presidential Decree No. 93/1999, IKIP Yogyakarta was converted into Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), granting an expanded mandate to offer programs across engineering, natural sciences, economics, sports, arts, and languages.
Solidification as a Comprehensive University
Formalized by Education and Culture Ministerial Decree No. 23/2011, establishing full autonomy and robust academic infrastructures across modern faculties and multidisciplinary research institutes.
Global Standing & World Recognition
Ranked #1201–1400 Worldwide in QS World University Rankings 2025, #425 in Asia, and #1 in Indonesia for Education and Training (#251–300 globally), with international program accreditations from ASIIN, FIBAA, and ASIC.
Five Core Operational Pillars
The International Office operates across five primary functional domains to support overseas mobility and global engagement.
Inbound Mobility & Hosting
Comprehensive support for international degree students, semester exchange cohorts, customized short courses, and inbound scholars.
- Semester & Credit Transfer Exchange
- Tailor-Made Short Courses (NYP, WSU)
- BIPA Indonesian Language Immersion
- Inbound Visiting Professor Coordination
Outbound Mobility & Grants
Empowering UNY students, researchers, and faculty members to pursue international experiences, research fellowships, and global competitions.
- IISMA National Scholarship Awardees
- Erasmus+ Academic Exchanges
- Bilateral Partner Exchanges (South Korea)
- International Teaching Internships (UPSI, UTM)
Immigration & Legal Permits
Dedicated legal liaisons navigating Indonesian ministerial regulations, immigration stay permits, and governmental authorizations.
- Electronic Stay Permits (e-ITAS / KITAS)
- Study Permits (Ministry of Higher Education)
- State Secretariat (Setneg) Outbound Permits
- Civil Registration (SKTT) & Police Reports
Hospitality & Student Wellbeing
Ensuring every international student experiences a safe, supported, and socially enriching academic journey in Yogyakarta.
- Airport Welcome & First-Time Pickup
- Dedicated UNY Student Buddies Program
- Medical Assistance & Hospital Escort
- Cultural Excursions & Global Culture Festival
Scholarships & Monitoring
End-to-end administration of university and government awards, monitoring academic progress from matriculation through graduation.
- KNB Indonesian Government Scholarships
- UNYDISS Distinguished Student Awards
- Darmasiswa Cultural Fellowships
- Academic Progress Evaluations & Graduation
Internationalization Governance Architecture
Collaborative governance coordinating university leadership, academic faculties, quality directors, and internationalization services.
Rector & Vice Rectors
Strategic internationalization direction overseen by the Rector, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, and Vice Rector for Cooperation.
International Office (IO)
Headed by the Division of Cooperation & Internationalization, serving as the central hub for admissions, mobility, immigration, and global liaison.
Faculty Cooperation Units (UUIK)
Unit Urusan Internasional dan Kemitraan/Kerja Sama (UUIK) established directly under each of UNY's 11 faculties to manage curriculum matching, visiting scholars, and student mobility.
World Class University Task Force
Coordinating global evaluations, international research metrics, and institutional performance across QS, THE, and UI GreenMetric rankings.
Quality Assurance Directorate
Guiding international accreditation processes with European and global agencies including ASIIN (Germany), FIBAA, and ASIC (UK).
Hospitality & Travel Desks
Facilitating transit logistics, campus accommodation, and liaising with accredited service providers (including on-campus UNY Tour & Travel) as optional resources alongside independent arrangements.
Academic Faculties & Graduate Studies
UNY delivers comprehensive degree and research education across 11 faculties and one multidisciplinary graduate school.
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Languages, Arts, & Cultures
Faculty of Mathematics & Natural Sciences
Faculty of Social & Political Sciences
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Sports & Health Sciences
Faculty of Economics & Business
Faculty of Vocational Studies
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Psychology
Faculty of Law
Graduate School (Master's & Doctoral)
Campus Network & Yogyakarta Environment
Located across strategic locations in the Special Region of Yogyakarta with world-class facilities and student living.
Colombo Main Campus
Located at Jalan Colombo No. 1 in Yogyakarta's university corridor. Houses the University Rectorate, International Office Secretariat, central library, academic faculties, and student sports center.
Wates Campus (Kulon Progo)
Dedicated campus in Kulon Progo featuring modern technical workshops, specialized vocational laboratories, and direct proximity to Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA).
Gunungkidul Campus
Modern campus development in Semanu, Gunungkidul, offering regional vocational and scientific programs integrated with community development and local industries.
Affordable Living & Culture
Yogyakarta is celebrated as Indonesia's safest and most affordable university city, with abundant student housing (*kos*), affordable local cuisine ($Rp 10.000–20.000$), and rich heritage including Prambanan and Borobudur temples.
Connect with the International Office
Whether you are prospective degree student, visiting faculty member, or university partner seeking an academic agreement, our advisory team is ready to guide you.
