General information about the university The University of Bologna is the oldest university in Europe and one of the most prestigious in the world. It is renowned for its strong faculties in medicine, engineering, computer science, and the humanities. The university has a large international community, campuses across Italy, and Bologna is considered Europe’s student capital.
Admission International applicants must hold a secondary school or bachelor’s degree. Italian-taught programs require Italian language proficiency (CILS, CELI, PLIDA, CERT.IT) at B2–C1. English-taught programs require TOEFL 80–90 or IELTS 6.0–6.5. Academic transcripts and a personal statement are required; some programs may include an interview.
Financial assistance and grants The university offers merit-based and need-based scholarships, including partial grants for international students.
Cost of tuition Tuition is approximately €900–€4,000 per year, depending on the program and level.
