About K.U.Leuven

Words of welcome from Rector Mark Waer

K.U.Leuven engages in a free and disinterested search for the truth through its scientific research, education and service to society.

History of K.U.Leuven

Situated in the heart of Western Europe, K.U.Leuven has been a centre of learning for almost six centuries. Founded in 1425 by Pope Martin V, K.U.Leuven bears the dual honour of being the oldest extant Catholic university in the world and the oldest university in the Low Countries.

Mission statement

K.U.Leuven fulfills its mission by providing high-quality interdisciplinary research and education with a Catholic signature.

Facts and figures

• General financial overview
• Students
• Staff
• Research
• Education
• International cooperation

Academic info

• Executive board
• Academic Calendar 2010-2011
• Academic Calendar 2011-2012
• Opening Academic Year 2012
• Patron's Feast (2011)

Brochure

Download the brochure K.U.Leuven in Focus (pdf)