University of Valladolid

The University of Valladolid is a public higher education institution with four campuses spread across Valladolid, Palencia, Soria, and Segovia in the Castile and Leon region. The institution extends across multiple cities and functions as a regional educational center with different academic departments at each location.

Its origins trace to study programs at the University of Palencia between 1208 and 1212, with official establishment occurring in 1241 under royal support. This connection to earlier academic centers shaped the institution's long tradition.

The library here holds roughly 970,000 books, including historical texts that connect students and researchers with sources spanning different eras. These collections allow visitors to sense the continuity of academic knowledge across centuries.

International students receive support through a Welcome Point that helps with housing, transport, health insurance, and settling into the local community. This service is designed specifically for people arriving new to the region who need orientation.

The main campus displays a well-preserved Baroque façade from 1715 designed by Fray Pedro de la Visitación, blending architectural elements from different periods. This mixed style mirrors the layered history visible in the building stones.

Location: Valladolid

Inception: 1241

Website: https://uva.es

GPS coordinates: 41.65223,-4.72140

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:55