Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya

What Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya does

Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya (UKWMS) is a private Catholic higher education institution founded on September 20, 1960, and operated under the Widya Mandala Surabaya Foundation (Yayasan Widya Mandala Surabaya) with oversight from the Diocese of Surabaya. It delivers undergraduate, graduate, diploma, and professional programs across 10 faculties — Teacher Training and Education, Pharmacy, Business, Engineering, Agricultural Technology, Psychology, Nursing, Philosophy, Medicine, and Communication — through five physical campuses in Surabaya and one satellite campus in Madiun, East Java. UKWMS holds the highest institutional accreditation tier (UNGGUL) from Indonesia's national higher education accreditation body (BAN-PT), with all study programs independently accredited by their respective field-specific accreditation agencies. The university reports that 88% of its S1 and D3 graduates were employed within six months of graduation based on its 2024 Tracer Study, and it has secured international recognitions including Webometrics 2026 rankings and the SCImago Institutions Rankings 2026 #1 Private University for Innovation Quality.

The university's revenue model is tuition-driven and recurring: it charges Uang Pengembangan (development fees) and Uang Kuliah (tuition fees) across programs, with scholarship programs offering up to 100% USP waiver and 50% tuition reduction over 8 semesters. GTM is direct-to-consumer for domestic Indonesian students, executed through an online registration portal (pmb.ukwms.ac.id), a physical admission center at the Dinoyo campus, school partnership programs with SMA/SMK feeders, on-campus Open House events, and an event-driven recruitment layer (BizVibe Market, Youthpact, Psychofest) that showcases student work to prospective enrollees. Supporting infrastructure includes digital platforms for academic administration (akademik.wima.ac.id), e-learning (bella.ukwms.ac.id), institutional repository, journals, and library services, plus the E-Wimates Card alumni identity system managed by the Career and Alumni Center (PKMA). The university's customer base is highly distributed across individual student cohorts in East Java; its named external partners span community organizations, international universities (Cardiff, Edinburgh Napier, Paragon International School Cambodia), and youth ecosystems.

Name

Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya

Legal name

Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya

Website

https://ukwms.ac.id

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya (UKWMS) is a private Catholic university in East Java, Indonesia, founded in 1960 and accredited UNGGUL by BAN-PT, offering diploma through doctoral programs across 10 faculties to domestic Indonesian students.

Ownership category

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online Divisions of Traditional Universities (Hybrid/Extension) (EDAHALAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Online Nonprofit Universities (EDAHALAK)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Private university programs
• Undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Professional certification programs
• Catholic university education

Headquarters

HQ city

Surabaya

HQ country

Indonesia

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Educational Fees: UKWMS generates primary revenue through tuition fees charged across its Diploma, Sarjana (Bachelor), Pascasarjana (Postgraduate), and Profesi (Professional) programs. Revenue streams include Uang Pengembangan (development fees), Uang Kuliah (tuition fees), and various program-specific fees. The university offers scholarships including up to 100% USP (development fee) and 50% tuition reduction for 8 semesters.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya (UKWMS) is a private Catholic university offering higher education programs across 10 faculties and over 40 study programs at Diploma, Sarjana (Bachelor), Pascasarjana (Master/Doctoral), and Profesi (Professional) levels, including Teacher Training, Pharmacy, Business, Engineering, Agricultural Technology, Psychology, Nursing, Philosophy, Medicine, and Communication. The university operates academic administration, e-learning, institutional repository, journal, and digital library platforms, and supports students through the Wimates Card identity system and PKMA Career and Alumni Center. Revenue is generated primarily through tuition fees, development fees (Uang Pengembangan/USP), and program-specific fees, with scholarship programs available.

Product overview

Universitas Katolik Widya Mandala Surabaya (UKWMS) is a private Catholic university with UNGGUL accreditation, offering a comprehensive portfolio of 10 faculties and over 40 study programs at Diploma, Sarjana, Pascasarjana, and Profession levels. The academic structure includes faculties spanning education, pharmacy, business, engineering, agricultural technology, psychology, nursing, philosophy, medicine, and communication. Beyond traditional academics, UKWMS operates digital platforms for academic administration (Akademik), e-learning (Bella), institutional repository, journals, and library services. Student and alumni services include the Wimates Card system, while specialized units like Widya Mandala Language Institute (WMLI) and Pusat Layanan Psikologi provide additional support. The university emphasizes values-based education under the Impactful Leaders slogan, supported by community outreach through faculties.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education) One of the ten faculties at UKWMS offering teacher education and educational science programs at Diploma, Sarjana, Pascasarjana, and Profession levels, including the PPG (Pendidikan Profesi Guru) Daljab program for professional teaching certification.
• Fakultas Farmasi (Faculty of Pharmacy) Faculty of Pharmacy at UKWMS offering pharmacy programs. Ranked as best private pharmacy faculty according to EduRank 2025 based on pharmacology research performance.
• Fakultas Bisnis (Faculty of Business) Faculty of Business offering programs including Entrepreneurship and Management. Known for BizVibe Market entrepreneurship bazaar and collaboration with industry partners.
• Fakultas Teknik (Faculty of Engineering) Faculty of Engineering offering various engineering programs including ongoing community service projects such as water quality measurement tools for catfish farming groups.
• Fakultas Teknologi Pertanian (Faculty of Agricultural Technology) Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP) offering food technology and agricultural programs. Known for food innovation including converting food waste into marketable products.
• Fakultas Psikologi (Faculty of Psychology) Faculty of Psychology offering psychology programs. Hosts annual Psychofest event and operates a campus in Kota Madiun. Dies Natalis celebration in 2026 marks the 26th anniversary.
• Fakultas Keperawatan (Faculty of Nursing) Faculty of Nursing offering nursing programs with facilities for practical training including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) workshops.
• Fakultas Filsafat (Faculty of Philosophy) Faculty of Philosophy at UKWMS. Hosted the 3rd International Symposium on Humanity, Justice, and Ecological Schemes organized by AFTI.
• Fakultas Kedokteran (Faculty of Medicine) Faculty of Medicine offering medical doctor programs. Students participate in community service activities such as Indonesian Gives Back (IGB) medical outreach programs.
• Fakultas Ilmu Komunikasi (Faculty of Communication) Faculty of Communication (FIKOM) organizing events like Youthpact and community outreach programs. Known for hosting Bioskop Kampus film events.
• Pascasarjana (Graduate Programs) Graduate school offering Master and Doctorate programs including Master of Management, Master of Accounting, and Doctor of Management Science.
• Wimates Card Digital identification card system consisting of Student ID, Employee ID, and E-Wimates Card managed by PKMA (Pusat Karir Mahasiswa dan Alumni). Provides exclusive partner benefits including discounts at various merchants.

Quantifiable outcome

• 88% of S1 and D3 graduates employed within 6 months based on Tracer Study 2024
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• AIESECminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 June 2026UKWMS collaborates with AIESEC for youth leadership exchange programs. Through AIESEC, UKWMS students and youth can access international exchange opportunities to develop leadership skills and global exposure beyond local scope.
• Komindo, Beasiswa Mahagora, Muda Mahir Community, Surabaya Toastmasters, Koko Cici Jatim, Plato Foundation, Novaloka Cakrawala, Kreasi Pemuda Tanpa BatasminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 June 2026Various youth communities participated in Youthpact 2026, an exhibition event organized by UKWMS Faculty of Communication. Communities included leadership, education, social, and entrepreneurship groups providing networking opportunities for Surabaya youth.
• SMA Santa Agnes SurabayaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 May 2026SMA Santa Agnes Surabaya participated as guest tenant in BizVibe Market 2026 entrepreneurship bazaar organized by UKWMS Faculty of Business. This provided opportunities for high school students to experience entrepreneurship learning at university level.
• Paragon International School CambodiaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 April 2026UKWMS served as collaborator for Global Round International Creativity and Innovation Award (ICIA) 2026, held at both Paragon International School Cambodia and UKWMS Surabaya campus. Platform for developing young innovators globally.
• Universitas Kristen PetraminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026UKWMS participated in DIES NMT LEAP (Leadership Enhance Through Awareness and Peer-Learning) for Transformational Change program organized by Universitas Kristen Petra, part of Dialogue on Innovative Higher Education Strategies (DIES).
• Cardiff University and Edinburgh Napier UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026UKWMS collaborated with UK universities Cardiff and Edinburgh Napier, supported by British Council, for training and workshop on Findings on Barriers & Social Model of Disability with Activities & Campaigns.
• Dinas Kesehatan Surabaya, Plato Foundation, and 30 sponsorsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 November 2025Beat The Sugar Run event organized by UKWMS Faculty of Communication received support from Surabaya Health Office, Plato Foundation, and multiple sponsors for diabetes prevention awareness campaign at UKWMS Pakuwon City.
• Musyawarah Guru Bimbingan Konseling (MGBK) SMA Kota SurabayaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2025UKWMS hosted MGBK SMA Kota Surabaya seminar and routine meeting, demonstrating collaborative relationship with high school guidance counseling teachers.
• Persatuan Perusahaan Kosmetik Indonesia (Perkosmi)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2025Faculty of Pharmacy UKWMS participated in Indonesia Cosmetic Ingredients (ICI) 2025 exhibition organized by Perkosmi at Grand City Convention Hall Surabaya, showcasing sustainable cosmetic innovations.
• Perhimpunan Ahli Teknologi Pangan Indonesia (PATPI) Cabang SurabayaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2025Fakultas Teknologi Pertanian UKWMS collaborated with PATPI Surabaya branch to hold Food Dialogue event 'Pangan yang Menghidupkan' in commemoration of World Food Day.
• British CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 April 2025Supported UKWMS collaboration with Cardiff University and Edinburgh Napier University for disability social model research and training workshop.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Universitas Kristen Petra: Private Christian university also located in Surabaya, offering multi-faculty undergraduate and graduate programs. Directly comparable as a faith-based private university competing for the same East Java student pool, and even partnered with UKWMS via the DIES NMT LEAP program.
• Universitas Surabaya (Ubaya): Major private university in Surabaya with a broad multi-faculty portfolio comparable to UKWMS's 10-faculty structure. Competes head-to-head for the same Surabaya-area students and has similar accreditation tier positioning in East Java.
• Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya: Private Catholic university in Jakarta with multiple campuses. Comparable as a Catholic private university with broad program offerings, though operating in a different geography (Greater Jakarta) than UKWMS.
• Universitas Sanata Dharma: Private Catholic university in Yogyakarta with multi-faculty offerings. Comparable as a Catholic-affiliated private university competing in the same private higher-education category, though in a different Javanese geography.
• Universitas Trisakti: Large private university in Jakarta with engineering, business, and medical programs. Comparable multi-faculty private university structure and tuition-funded revenue model, though larger in scale and Jakarta-based.
• Universitas Katolik Parahyangan (UNPAR): Private Catholic university in Bandung operating under the Jesuit order. Closest peer on the Catholic values-based positioning and multi-faculty structure, although geographically focused on West Java rather than East Java.
• Universitas Ciputra: Private university in Surabaya with an entrepreneurship-focused brand. Comparable to UKWMS's Faculty of Business and BizVibe Market entrepreneurship programming, competing for the same Surabaya private-university applicant pool.

Broad incumbents

• Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR): Major public research university based in Surabaya with strong Pharmacy, Medicine, and Nursing faculties. Competes with UKWMS for students in overlapping faculties but at heavily subsidized public-university pricing.
• Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM): Indonesia's largest and highest-ranked public research university. While nationally dominant rather than regional, UGM sets the benchmark for university reputation in Indonesia and competes with UKWMS for top-tier East Java students willing to relocate to Yogyakarta.
• Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS): Public technology university in Surabaya with strong engineering, business, and design programs. Competes directly with UKWMS's Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Business applicants at significantly lower public-university pricing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/UKWMSofficial
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ukwmsofficial
• LinkedInid.linkedin.com/school/universitas-katolik-widya-mandala-surabaya
• Instagraminstagram.com/ukwmsofficial

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

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