Quick Summary
Based in Florence, Italy, University of Florence is a public with roots dating back to 1321. Ranked #375 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 51200 students including 9% from outside Italy. Known for strengths in Agriculture and Forestry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 60%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Historic prestige, location in the heart of the Renaissance, strong focus on research and sustainability
Subject Strengths
Agriculture and ForestryPharmacy and PharmacologyArchitectureArchaeologyHistory
Founded1321
TypePublic
Total Students51200
Intl Students9%
Faculty Ratio24:1
CampusUrban/City-integrated
Campus SizeDistributed
Affiliated HospitalsAzienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Careggi, Meyer Children's Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of University and Research (Italy)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#375
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Specialization Schools
Programs
30+
PhD Programs
Available for specific degree components and MOOCs
Online Programs
21 Departments, 40+ Research Centers
Research Centers
Very 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 Rate60%
IELTS6.0
TOEFL80
Min GPAEquivalent to 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Non-EU students must pre-enroll through the Universitaly portal. Italian proficiency is required for most programs unless specified as English-taught.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,650/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€11,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€2,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$55
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€13,050/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDSU Toscana, MAECI, University Grants
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidNeed-based grants based on ISEE (Equivalent Economic Situation Indicator)
Work-StudyAvailable (150-hour collaborations)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor, Master, PhD, Specialization Schools programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine and Surgery | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Fine Arts | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Agricultural Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$35,000
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Tuscan industrial districts and fashion houses
Industry Connections
GucciFerragamoLeonardoMenariniGE Healthcare
Notable Alumni
Sandro Pertini, Matteo Renzi, Margherita Hack, Mario Draghi (Professor)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
University residences available through DSU Toscana
Sports Facilities
CUS Firenze (Centro Universitario Sportivo)
Student Clubs
Various cultural, political, and sports associations
Library Resources
University Library System (SBA) with over 3 million volumes
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, SEMP, Extra-EU Exchange
Summer Programs
Florence Summer Schools in Cultural Heritage and Life Sciences