Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) - in terms of student and staff number, quality of education and research, and its international relations - is a prestigious institution of public higher education in Hungary, operating continuously since its inception in 1635. As a top-reanked research university in Hungary, it is the most popular higher education institution among applicants as well as alma mater of five Nobel laureates and leading figures in technology, public policy, and culture in Hungary. ELTE has widespread international relations. It holds bilateral agreements for cooperation and exchange with about 600 higher education institution partners. It is active member of prestigious international university networks and involved in joint degree programs. Currently 29,000 students study at eight faculties at ELTE with about 3,000 international students from over 100 countries. ELTE offers 45 bachelor’s programs, 101 master’s programs, 295 undivided teacher training major pairings, and over 60 degree programs offered in foreign languages (mainly English) to international students. ELTE is Hungary’s largest scientific establishment with 16 doctoral schools and 126 doctoral programs.