This list includes 17 Colleges that start with Z, from “Zagazig University” to “Zuyd University of Applied Sciences”. These institutions range from large public research universities to regional applied sciences colleges, useful for students, counselors, and researchers.
Colleges that start with Z are institutions whose common English names begin with the letter Z. They include long-established public universities and smaller vocational colleges; Zagazig University is a notable Egyptian example.
Below you’ll find the table with Institution, Location, Founded, and Notable alumni.
Institution: The college name as commonly used in English, so you can recognize and search for it quickly.
Location: City and country or state, so you can judge geography, travel options, and regional context at a glance.
Founded: The year the institution opened, helping you compare age, history, and institutional maturity across entries.
Notable alumni: One to three high-profile former students who illustrate the college’s impact and public recognition.
Colleges that start with Z
| Name | Location | Founding Year | Accreditation / Notable alumni |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zayed University | Abu Dhabi/Dubai, UAE | 1998 | Recognized by UAE Ministry of Education |
| Zhejiang University | Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China | 1897 | Recognized by China Ministry of Education |
| Zhejiang Normal University | Jinhua, Zhejiang, China | 1956 | Recognized by China Ministry of Education |
| Zhejiang University of Technology | Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China | 1953 | Recognized by China Ministry of Education |
| Zhejiang Sci-Tech University | Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China | Recognized by China Ministry of Education | |
| Zhejiang University of Finance & Economics | Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China | Recognized by China Ministry of Education | |
| Zhengzhou University | Zhengzhou, Henan, China | 1956 | Recognized by China Ministry of Education |
| Zhongnan University of Economics and Law | Wuhan, Hubei, China | Recognized by China Ministry of Education | |
| Zewail City of Science and Technology | 6th of October City, Giza, Egypt | 2011 | Recognized by Egyptian Supreme Council of Universities |
| Zagazig University | Zagazig, Sharqia, Egypt | 1974 | Recognized by Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education |
| Zarqa University | Zarqa, Jordan | 1994 | Recognized by Jordan’s Ministry of Higher Education |
| Zaporizhzhia National University | Zaporizhzhia, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, Ukraine | 1930 | Recognized by Ukrainian Ministry of Education |
| Zagreb School of Economics and Management | Zagreb, Croatia | 2002 | Accredited by Croatian Agency for Science and Higher Education |
| Zurich University of Applied Sciences | Winterthur, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland | 1998 | Recognized by Swiss Accreditation Council |
| Zurich University of the Arts | Zurich, Switzerland | 2007 | Recognized by Swiss Accreditation Council |
| Zuyd University of Applied Sciences | Heerlen, Limburg, Netherlands | 2002 | Accredited by NVAO (Dutch-Flemish Accreditation) |
| Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University | Zonguldak, Turkey | 1992 | Recognized by Turkish Higher Education Council |
Descriptions
Zayed University
Public national university with campuses in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, focusing on liberal arts, business, education and female student enrollment.
Zhejiang University
One of China’s oldest, comprehensive research universities with large student body and strengths across sciences, engineering and humanities.
Zhejiang Normal University
Regional comprehensive university known for teacher education, humanities and applied sciences, serving central Zhejiang province.
Zhejiang University of Technology
Applied research and engineering-focused university with strong industry ties and technical program emphasis.
Zhejiang Sci-Tech University
Specialized in textile engineering, materials and applied sciences, with close links to regional manufacturing sectors.
Zhejiang University of Finance & Economics
Business and economics-focused university offering finance, management and applied economics programs to domestic and international students.
Zhengzhou University
Large comprehensive metropolitan university formed through mergers, offering broad programs and significant research output.
Zhongnan University of Economics and Law
Leading Chinese institution in economics, law and business education with strong policy and legal research centers.
Zewail City of Science and Technology
Research-oriented institution founded by Nobel laureate Ahmed Zewail, focusing on science, engineering and technology transfer.
Zagazig University
Regional public university serving Egypt’s Nile Delta, well-known for its medical, agricultural and engineering faculties.
Zarqa University
Private university offering programs in engineering, business, health sciences and arts, serving northern Jordan communities.
Zaporizhzhia National University
Regional comprehensive university with strong teacher-training and technical programs, serving southeastern Ukraine.
Zagreb School of Economics and Management
Private business school offering undergraduate and master’s programs focused on management, finance and entrepreneurship.
Zurich University of Applied Sciences
Largest Swiss university of applied sciences, offering professional bachelor and master programs across technology, business and health.
Zurich University of the Arts
Leading arts university offering programs in design, music, film, fine arts and performing arts with international profile.
Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Regional university of applied sciences with multiple campuses, offering professional bachelor programs in healthcare, business and technology.
Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University
Public university with historical strengths in mining, engineering and applied sciences tied to the local industrial region.