SAPIENZA UNIVERSITY OF ROME

ABOUT UNIVERSITY

The sapienza university of rome(italian: sapienza – università di roma), formally the università degli studi di roma "la sapienza", abbreviated simply as sapienza ("wisdom"), is a public research university located in rome, italy it was founded in 1303 and is as such one of the world's oldest universities,and with 122,000 students, it is the largest university in europe due to its size, funding, and numerous laboratories and libraries, sapienza is a global major education and research centre, first ranked in southern europe the university is located mainly in the città universitaria (university city), which covers 44 ha (110 acres) near the monumental cemetery campo verano, with different campuses, libraries and laboratories in various locations in rome.

Sapienza was founded on 20 april 1303 by decree from pope boniface viii as a studium for ecclesiastical studies under more control than the free-standing universities of bologna and padua. In 1431 pope eugene iv completely reorganized the studium and decreed that the university should expand to include the four schools of law, medicine, philosophy, in addition to the existing theology. In the 1650s the university became known as sapienza, meaning "wisdom", a title it still retains after the capture of rome by the forces of the kingdom of italy in 1870, la sapienza rapidly expanded as the chosen main university of the capital of the newly unified state. In 1935 the new university campus, planned by marcello piacentini, was completed

Sapienza teaches and conducts research in all pure and applied sciences and humanities. It is often considered the best in the world for classics and ancient history sapienza houses 50 libraries with over 2.7 million books, most notably the alessandrina university library, built in 1667 by pope alexander vii, housing 1.5 million volumes. in addition it has 19 museums, a botanical garden, and three university hospitals. sapienzas alumni includes 10 nobel laureates, italian prime ministers, one pope, presidents of the european parliament and european commissioners, as well as several notable religious figures, supreme court judges, and astronauts

UNIVERSITY TYPE	ESTABLISHED ON	COUNTRY	QS RANKING
PUBLIC	1303	ITALY	132

MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION	OWN HOSPITAL	LOCATION
ENGLISH	Yes	PIAZZALE ALDO MORO, 5, 00185 ROMA RM, ITALY

WHY CHOOSE THIS UNIVERSITY

Why choose Sapienza University of Rome?

Quality education

Sapienza is known for its high-quality teaching and is ranked highly in many subject areas.
Research

Sapienza conducts research in a wide range of fields, including archaeology, physics, and the humanities.
International programs

Sapienza offers many courses for international students, including bachelor's and master's programs.
Scholarships

Sapienza offers scholarships for international students.
History

Founded in 1303, Sapienza is the oldest university in Rome and has a rich history.
Location

Rome is home to many famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Roman Forum and the Colosseum.

Additional details

Sapienza offers a wide range of degree programs, including bachelor's, master's, and PhD programs.
Sapienza has many outreach activities, including technology transfer and innovation.
Sapienza has a commitment to quality education, excellence, and international cooperation.

ADMISSION & ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for admission to sapienza university of rome, you must meet the following requirements:

Academic qualifications: you must have a high school diploma for a bachelor's program, or a bachelor's degree for a master's program.
Language proficiency: you must have an upper-intermediate level of knowledge in either english or italian (b2 level).
Admission test: some programs may require an admission test.
Program-specific requirements: some programs may have additional requirements.

Application process

Visit the university's official website

Submit a pre-selection application

Pay the application fee

Wait for the university to evaluate your candidacy

English language proficiency

You can submit an english language certificate from an internationally recognized exam, such as the ielts or toefl.
The required score may vary depending on the program. For example, the ielts may require a minimum overall band score of 6, and the toefl may require a minimum overall score of 74.

Pre-selection application

You'll need to submit documents such as your passport, transcripts, language certificates, and any program-specific requirements.

FEE STRUCTURE

The tuition fee for the medical program at sapienza university of rome in italy ranges from €1,000 to €6,000 per year. In addition to tuition, students should budget for living expenses like food, accommodation, transportation, and health insurance.

Tuition fees

The annual tuition fee for the medical program is around $3,050
The tuition fee for the masters in medicine and surgery program is euro 2924

Other expenses

Accommodation costs between €300–€600 per month
Food costs between €200–€300 per month
Transport costs between €35–€70 per month

Admission requirements

To apply for the 6-year medical course, you need an english proficiency certificate and high grades in your leaving school certificate
To apply for the masters in medicine and surgery program, you need a bachelor's degree

Fees calculator

You can use the sapienza university of rome fees calculator to find out the amount you need to pay

SCHOLARSHIP

Sapienza university of rome offers a variety of scholarships for students, including international scholarships, regional scholarships, and scholarships for students with specific needs.

International scholarships

International thesis scholarships: scholarships for international students
International post-degree scholarship: scholarships for international students
Grants for foreign and italian citizens living abroad: grants awarded by the italian government
Scholarships for study and training abroad: scholarships for international students

Regional scholarships

Regional scholarships and accommodations: scholarships and accommodations managed by disco lazio

Scholarships for students with specific needs

Benefits for students with isee up to 40,000 euros: benefits for students with isee up to 40,000 euros
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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION

To be admitted to sapienza university of rome, you'll need to submit the following documents:

Passport: a copy of a valid passport with your photo
High school diploma or university degree: an official copy of your high school diploma or university degree
Academic transcript: an official transcript of your academic records
English language certificate: a certificate that demonstrates your english language proficiency, such as the toefl or ielts
Reference letters: one or more letters of recommendation
Personal statement: a statement that describes yourself
Curriculum vitae: a summary of your academic and professional experience
Letter of motivation: a letter that explains why you want to study at sapienza