The Miguel Hernández University, is a Spanish Public University offering education, research and services facilitating the comprehensive development of its students. It is located in the province of Alicante and was established in 1996. Its name commemorates the Spanish poet Miguel Hernández.
Type: Public University
Established: 1996
Rector: Juanjo Ruiz Martínez
Students: 14,000
Location: Elche, Sant Joan d'Alacant, Altea and Orihuela, Spain
Campus: 5 campuses: Elche, Sant Joan, Altea, Orihuela-Salesas, Orihuela-Desamparados