Established in 1981, Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY) is located in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Yogyakarta (also recognized as Yogya or Jogja) in the middle of Java Island.

Jogja is well-known as a traditional city. The local landscape offers several mountains, beaches, and tourist spots.

There are over 90 educational institutes in Jogja – making it a popular student option. The city is also very affordable for students.

Yogyakarta also has reliable city transportation. Students can easily access the city bus transportation "Trans Jogja", using a motorcycle "ojek" or calling for a cab. Online ride-hailing services such as Go-Jek and Grab are also available.

There are affordable amenities throughout Yogyakarta at stalls, mini markets, malls, and local traditional markets. Students can enjoy Yogyakarta traditional cuisine, as well as traditional Indonesian and international dishes.

As a modern Islamic University, UMY’s vision is to create leading and enlightening graduates. In line with its vision, UMY does not only direct its students to master the latest science and technology but it also guides the students to develop culturally and religiously in line with Islamic values.

Situated in Yogyakarta where culture and tradition are strongly preserved, UMY students will obtain balanced experience between a strong on-campus academic atmosphere and an enriching off-campus social life.

UMY provides many opportunities to engage socially-in activities as one of the most reputable and vibrant Universities in Indonesia. The university is committed to focusing not only on academics and research but also on community empowerment and social responsibility.

UMY offers exchange programmes, internships, summer courses, short courses, and double degree programmes – many in partnership with other universities.    

UMY uses Indonesian as the main language for teaching. However, English is used for international classes including: International Relations (IPIREL), Law & Sharia (IPOLS), Islamic Economics & Finance (IPIEF), Government Affairs and Administration (IGOV), Accounting (IPAcc), Management and Business (IMaBs), Islamic Communication (IPICOM), and Communication Studies (IP-Cos).