UNPRI, Medan – Amidst the rapid development of higher education, Indonesians are becoming increasingly discerning in choosing the best universities. It is not just a matter of degrees, but also quality, facilities, and global opportunities offered. Universitas Prima Indonesia (UNPRI) Medan is here to answer that need as a leading, modern, and largest private university in North Sumatra with a proud track record of achievements. UNPRI is not only the pride of the city of Medan, but has also become a leading private university in Indonesia.

As a rapidly growing university, UNPRI has become an icon of higher education in Indonesia outside of Java. Here are 10 things Indonesians should know about UNPRI:

1. “Excellent” accreditation from BAN-PT

   

   UNPRI, founded by Prof. Dr. I Nyoman Ehrich Lister, M.Kes, AIFM, AIFO, and Sp.KKLP, has officially achieved Excellent Accreditation status, the highest rating from BAN-PT (Decree No. 510/SK/BAN-PT/Ak/PT/V/2024). This achievement signifies that the academic quality, governance, and graduate quality of UNPRI are on par with the best national universities. This highest rating also ensures that the quality of education, management, and graduate quality at UNPRI are on par with renowned national universities.

2. The Largest Private University in North Sumatra with International Standards and Globally Competitive Graduates

   

   With 54 study programs from 8 faculties ranging from undergraduate, professional, master's and doctoral levels, UNPRI is the largest private university in North Sumatra. It was established as the Prima Nursing and Midwifery Academy in 2001. In 2002, its name was changed to the Prima Husada Medan College of Health Sciences. In 2005, it became Universitas Prima Indonesia, having graduated thousands of students from all over Indonesia. More than 300 international students from ASEAN, Africa, and Asia have chosen UNPRI as their place of study. The campus serves as a dynamic and inclusive cultural hub, fostering a vibrant, multicultural, and competitive campus atmosphere.

3. The Largest Specialist Doctor Education Program (PPDS) in Indonesia

   

   UNPRI is listed as the private university with the most specialist medical education programs in Indonesia. Currently, there are seven active specialist medical education programs, including primary care family medicine, radiology, ophthalmology, cardiology and vascular medicine, obstetrics and gynecology (obgyn), anesthesiology and intensive care, and internal medicine. This makes UNPRI the leading private medical education center in the country and reaffirms UNPRI's commitment to strengthening the health sector and producing high-quality medical personnel for the nation.

4. Have the Most Teaching Hospitals

   

   UNPRI has the largest network of its own teaching hospitals in Indonesia, including: Royal Prima General Hospital Medan, Royal Prima General Hospital Marelan, Royal Prima General Hospital Jambi, Prima Vision Eye Hospital, Prima Dental and Oral Hospital, and UNPRI Hospital Tebing Tinggi. These facilities provide comfort and excellence in clinical practice for students, particularly in the field of health. They also ensure that students gain real clinical experience with modern standards under the guidance and supervision of expert and professional doctors.

5. Impactful Campus Development Center

   

   UNPRI was appointed by LLDIKTI Region I North Sumatra as the Center for Impactful Campus Development in the Field of Health and Society. This recognition demonstrates UNPRI's tangible contribution to the implementation of the three pillars of higher education. This appointment also serves as proof of the government's recognition, in this case the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia (Kemendiksaintek), of UNPRI's contribution in making a real impact, both through education, research, and community service with a broad impact.

6. Modern and Complete Facilities

   

   Studying at UNPRI is not limited to multimedia-equipped, comfortable, and modern classrooms. The campus features an “A”-accredited digital library, high-tech laboratories, the largest convention hall in North Sumatra, a campus mall, guest houses, and even a rooftop café. A modern, cozy, and inspiring learning environment fosters the development of outstanding generations. UNPRI students learn in a comfortable and modern setting. Everything is designed to support learning while inspiring creativity.

7. Campus Podcast & TV “Suara Prima”

   

   UNPRI became a pioneer by presenting a podcast and campus TV studio called “Suara Prima”. This platform encourages lecturers and students to hone their communication and digital literacy skills, as well as providing a platform for creativity that is ready to be recognized by the wider public. This internal media also trains lecturers and students to appear confident, digitally literate, and creative in the field of communication. This innovation has also become a campus branding channel that is ready to be broadcast to the wider public.

8. PRIMA and Altissia International Professional Certification Institutions

   

   UNPRI has an LSP PRIMA with 5 certification schemes as proof of strengthening student competence. The existence of this LSP ensures that students can graduate with industry-standard competencies, further strengthening their competitiveness in the world of work. In addition, UNPRI also equips students with English language learning through the Altissia International platform, so that they are ready to compete in the global era. UNPRI students are also provided with a BNSP Competency Certificate (SKPI) to accompany their diploma. This combination of internationalization and professional certification makes UNPRI graduates superior, modern, and competitive, both as professionals and entrepreneurs.

9. First Private University with an “Excellent” Doctoral Program in Law in North Sumatra

   

   UNPRI made history as the first private university in North Sumatra to offer a Doctoral Program in Law with Excellent Accreditation status. This confirms that UNPRI is not only strong in the field of health, but also in the fields of law and social sciences.

10. First Private University with PSDKU in Pekanbaru

    

    As a pioneer, UNPRI became the first private university in North Sumatra to have an Off-Campus Study Program (PSDKU), located in Pekanbaru, Riau Province. The existence of PSDKU has expanded the reach of UNPRI's education, providing access to quality lectures for people outside North Sumatra.

The Rector of Universitas Prima Indonesia, Prof. Dr. Chrismis Novalinda Ginting, M.Kes., said: "UNPRI is committed not only to producing graduates who are excellent, modern, competitive, and skilled globally in academic and non-academic fields, but also to developing their entrepreneurial character and social awareness. With the support of modern and top-notch educational facilities, professional certifications, the most teaching hospitals, specialist programs, accredited doctoral programs in law, and international networks, UNPRI is here as a solution for young people who want to succeed at the national and international levels and as the campus of choice for the Indonesian people."

With all these achievements, UNPRI is not just a university of choice, but the answer for young people who want a bright future and the birthplace of an outstanding generation that will make an impact. UNPRI has proven itself as an Excellent, Modern, Cozy, and Entrepreneurial campus for Indonesia and a source of pride for the world, while also being the largest health education center with a tangible impact on society, featuring the highest accreditation, most comprehensive facilities, and continuous innovation for Indonesia's future. Interested in studying at UNPRI? Click here for more information: www.unprimdn.ac.id . (Yd).