The University of Montenegro is the oldest and largest higher education, scientific and artistic institution in Montenegro. The University of Montenegro was founded on April 2nd, 1974, in Podgorica. The University is comprised of 19 faculties and three scientific institutes, with almost 17,000 active students. The headquarters and main campus of the University is in Podgorica, with other campuses located in other Montenegrin towns – Nikšić, Cetinje, Kotor, Igalo, Bar, Bijelo Polje and Berane. The University of Montenegro has signed more than 137 bilateral cooperation agreements with universities from 39 countries around the world. The University of Montenegro is an integrated public university, organized according to the principles of the Bologna Declaration, with curricula harmonized with those at the most respected European universities.