Quick Summary
Situated in Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia is a public established in 1175. Ranked #601-610 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 28500 students including 6.5% from outside Italy. Known for strengths in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Located in the heart of Italy's industrial 'Motor Valley', offering unparalleled access to the automotive and luxury manufacturing industries.
Subject Strengths
Automotive EngineeringMechanical EngineeringPharmacyMedicineChemistry
Founded1175
TypePublic
Total Students28500
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio24.8
CampusUrban
Campus SizeMulti-campus urban system
Affiliated HospitalsPoliclinico di Modena, Ospedale Civile di Baggiovara
AccreditationMIUR (Ministry of University and Research, Italy), ANVUR
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#601-610
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401-500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Specialization Schools, Professional Master courses
Programs
16
PhD Programs
Selected blended learning and online courses available
Online Programs
Intermech, Biogest-Siteia, Softech, En&Tech, AIRI - Artificial Intelligence Research and Innovation
Research Centers
High
Research Output
MIUR (Ministry of University and Research, Italy), ANVUR
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate55%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students should apply early for the pre-enrollment via Universitaly. Prospective engineering students should focus on TOLC exams.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,500/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€10,200/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€13,200/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableER.GO Scholarships, UNIMORE Merit Scholarships, MAECI Grants
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidTuition waivers based on ISEE (Equivalent Economic Status Indicator)
Work-StudyYes (150-hour student collaboration programs)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Specialization Schools, Professional Master courses programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Automotive Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| International Management | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biotechnology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Medicine and Surgery | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh, particularly within the Motor Valley and Biomedical districts
Industry Connections
FerrariMaseratiLamborghiniPaganiTetra PakKohler Engines
Notable Alumni
Sandro Pertini, Enzo Ferrari (Honorary), Lodovico Castelvetro
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (ER.GO residences and private university housing)
Sports Facilities
CUS Modena and CUS Reggio Emilia facilities
Student Clubs
Yes, including international student networks like ESN
Library Resources
University Library System (SBA) with specialized digital and physical collections
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Overseas, More Overseas programs
Summer Programs
International Summer School on Artificial Intelligence, Summer School in Geriatrics