Quick Summary
Public in Perugia, Italy — University of Perugia, est. 1308. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28000 students including 7% from outside Italy. Known for strengths in Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Agriculture & Forestry, Physics & Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 78%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the oldest and most prestigious public universities in Italy with a strong research focus and affordable living costs.
Subject Strengths
Pharmacy & PharmacologyAgriculture & ForestryPhysics & AstronomyVeterinary Science
Founded1308
TypePublic
Total Students28000
Intl Students7%
Faculty Ratio24.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size70 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAzienda Ospedaliera di Perugia (Santa Maria della Misericordia)
AccreditationMinistry of University and Research (Italy)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Single-cycle degrees, PhD, Vocational Masters
Programs
28
PhD Programs
4
Online Programs
CIRIAF, CRB (Biomass Research Center), Nano-Materials Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of University and Research (Italy)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate78%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February 28
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Non-EU students must apply via the Universitaly portal; ensure all transcripts are translated and legalized (DOV or CIMEA).
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,950/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,800/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€2,200/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€10,780/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableADiSU Umbria Scholarships, Unipg Excellence Grants, MAECI
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidIncome-based fee reduction (ISEE), housing subsidies
Work-Study150-hour student collaboration grants
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Single-cycle degrees, PhD, Vocational Masters programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Veterinary Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$32,000
Average Salary After Graduation
74%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementErasmus+ Traineeship, local industrial partnerships
Industry Connections
Strong links with Italian aerospacefood technologyand pharmaceutical sectors
Notable Alumni
Pope Julius III, Luca Cigarini, Monica Bellucci (attended), Suze Rotolo
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
University residences (ADiSU) and private market
Sports Facilities
CUS Perugia (Athletics, Swimming, Soccer, Tennis)
Student Clubs
ESN Perugia, University Choir, Theater Group, Radio Unipg
Library Resources
University Library Center (CSB) with 15 specialized libraries
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, SEMP, Double Degree agreements with US and Asian universities
Summer Programs
Italian Language and Culture courses at the University for Foreigners partner