24 June 2026
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QS Higher Ed Summit: Europe 2026

24 - 25 June 2026
Budapest
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Strengthening Europe’s talent and innovation advantage

Europe has been a long-standing power in global higher education. The region doesn't compete on speed and scale, as other regions grow their global market share. Europe's strength is in its longevity in innovative, industry-aligned and impactful education.  

The QS Higher Ed Summit: Europe 2026, hosted by Széchenyi István Egyetem - University of Győr, Hungary, will explore how Europe can navigate disruption and maintain strength by being smarter, tighter, more aligned, and more strategic than faster-growing regions. 

Join over 500 higher education leaders, industry experts and policymakers in strengthening Europe's advantage in the global higher education market. 

European excellence
Join over 500 higher education leaders to explore how European universities can stay globally competitive and locally impactful.
Leadership in focus
With expert speakers and diverse sessions, gain insights from the policymakers, innovators, and academics shaping the future of higher education across Europe.
Innovation and inclusion
Discover how universities are responding to shifting demographics, evolving technology, and the call for more inclusive and purpose-driven education.

Last year at a glance

See the highlights and key takeaways from last year's conference.

Experience Budapest

The QS Higher Ed Summit: Europe 2026 will be held at the Novotel Budapest City & Budapest Congress Center.

Explore mobility and partnerships in practice

Taking place alongside the QS Higher Ed Summit: Europe, the MoveON Conference brings together mobility teams and international office professionals for hands-on training, product insights, and practical sessions focused on delivering effective student mobility.

QS Rankings Masterclass

Join our day-long Rankings Masterclass after the QS Higher Ed Summit: Europe 2026.
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