University of National and World Economy
At a glance
| Bulgarian name | Университет за национално и световно стопанство (УНСС) |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1920 |
| City | Sofia |
| Type | Public university |
| Rector | Prof. Dimitar Dimitrov (elected December 2019) |
| Students | 17,092 (2025) |
| Faculties | 8 |
| Campus | Urban; 41,000 m² built-up area |
| Website | unwe.bg |
Source: Wikipedia: University of National and World Economy; Wikipedia (Bulgarian): Университет за национално и световно стопанство; BTA: The rating system of Bulgarian universities (2025); Official website: University of National and World Economy1,2,3,4
History
UNWE traces its origins to the Free University of Political and Economic Sciences, established in 1920 on the initiative of Stefan Bobchev. It became the State Higher Education School of Finance and Administrative Sciences in 1940, and in 1947 was incorporated into Sofia University. The institution regained independence in 1951 as a higher economic institute.1,2
Named the Karl Marx Higher Institute of Economics in 1953, it was renamed the University of National and World Economy by a decision of its Academic Board on 27 April 1990. The formal change was confirmed by an act of the National Assembly in 1995.1,2
Faculties and programmes
The university reports eight faculties and offers 43 bachelor’s and 108 master’s programmes in Bulgarian and English. Its academic fields include economics, law, politics, administration, information and social sciences.2
- Finance and Accounting
- Business
- General Economics
- Law
- International Economics and Politics
- Economics of Infrastructure
- Management and Administration
- Applied Informatics and Statistics
Source: Wikipedia: University of National and World Economy; Wikipedia (Bulgarian): Университет за национално и световно стопанство1,2
Research and international links
UNWE conducts research in economics, politics, law and management. It coordinates Bulgaria’s participation in the Central European Initiative for university networking and collaborates with more than 100 universities in Europe, the United States and Asia.1,2
Campus
The university’s urban campus in Sofia has 41,000 m² of built-up area. Facilities include 120 lecture halls, 367 study rooms, computer rooms and laboratories, and a library with 100 computer workstations and internet access. The campus also has a sports centre, a publishing house and student accommodation for nearly 5,000 people. UNWE operates a teaching and health facility in Ravda.1,2
Sources
- Wikipedia: University of National and World Economy
- Wikipedia (Bulgarian): Университет за национално и световно стопанство
- BTA: The rating system of Bulgarian universities (2025)
- Official website: University of National and World Economy
Facts checked 13 October 2026. Prepared by InvestBulgaria for general information. Check admissions, fees and programmes with the university before applying or recruiting.
