Quick Summary
Situated in Rome, Italy, Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata” is a public established in 1982. Ranked #393 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 33000 students including 11% from outside Italy. Known for strengths in Classics & Ancient History, Physics & Astronomy, Economics & Econometrics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It offers a modern, American-style campus unique in Italy, combined with Rome's historical prestige and very strong research ties in physics and economics.
Subject Strengths
Classics & Ancient HistoryPhysics & AstronomyEconomics & EconometricsMathematicsMedicinePharmacy & Pharmacology
Founded1982
TypePublic
Total Students33000
Intl Students11%
Faculty Ratio25
CampusSuburban / Anglo-Saxon Style Campus
Campus Size600 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsPoliclinico Tor Vergata (PTV)
AccreditationMIUR (Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#393
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301–350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301–400
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate Degrees,Graduate Degrees,Single-Cycle Degrees,Doctoral Research,Master (Post-graduate specialization)
Programs
31
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
30
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
MIUR (Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May (Non-EU), July (EU)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply via the Universitaly portal for pre-enrollment. For English-taught programs, ensure you have the specific English proficiency certificate early as competition is high for the Medicine and Global Governance programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,600/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€11,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€2,900/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$32
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€13,900/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate Degrees,Graduate Degrees,Single-Cycle Degrees,Doctoral Research,Master (Post-graduate specialization) programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Global Governance | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Astrophysics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
84%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
European Space Agency (ESA)Italian Space Agency (ASI)National Research Council (CNR)Bank of Italy
Notable Alumni
Stefano Domenicali,Giovanni Tria,Alessandro Barbera
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
CUS Roma Tor Vergata, including football fields, gyms, and athletics tracks.
Student Clubs
45
Library Resources
Integrated library system with over 10 specialized disciplinary libraries and vast digital archives.
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Overseas,Atlantis
Summer Programs
Available