Quick Summary
Public in Iași, Romania — Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași, est. 1860. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 24500 students including 6% from outside Romania. Known for strengths in Archaeology, Modern Languages, Economics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 68%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It offers a rich historical academic tradition combined with modern research facilities in a vibrant, low-cost student city.
Subject Strengths
ArchaeologyModern LanguagesEconomicsPhysicsComputer Science
Founded1860
TypePublic
Total Students24500
Intl Students6%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsSf. Spiridon Emergency County Hospital, Iași
AccreditationARACIS (Romanian Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Post-doctoral, Lifelong learning
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
35
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ARACIS (Romanian Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate68%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · February 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high school graduation exam (Baccalaureate) scores and prepare for department-specific aptitude tests where required.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Romanian Leu
UG Tuition
RON5,500/yr
per year · RON
Living Cost
RON25,000/yr
per year · RON
PG Tuition
RON6,800/yr
per year · RON
Application Fee
$50
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
RON30,750/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RON
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, PhD, Post-doctoral, Lifelong learning programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Economics and Business Administration | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biology | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$14,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
Strong links with IT companies (AmazonOracleContinental)legal chambersand financial institutions.
Notable Alumni
Nicolae Iorga, Grigore Antipa, Mihail Kogălniceanu, Emil Racoviță
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Hall, fitness centers, outdoor sports fields
Student Clubs
ASUAIC, Erasmus Student Network (ESN), AIESEC Iași
Library Resources
Central University Library 'Mihai Eminescu' Iași
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Coimbra Group, Utrecht Network, AUF
Summer Programs
JASSY Summer School