It was named after the historical region of Thrace and was established in 1995.

[1] The university organizes training on programs with four educational and qualification degrees: Bachelor, Master and PhD, as well as on programs for qualification and post-graduate training in the system of lifelong education.

Whilst the university has been teaching in the local languages for a number of years, it has recently started teaching in English in the majors Medicine and Veterinary Medicine.

[2] Trakia University is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Agency at the Council of Ministers.

A diploma with the relevant certification level is issued.