Quick Summary
University of Naples – Federico II is a public founded in 1224, located in Naples, Italy. Ranked #243 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 77800 students including 4% from outside Italy. Known for strengths in Physics and Astronomy, Civil and Structural Engineering, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 55%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the oldest public universities in the world with high prestige in engineering and technical sciences at an affordable cost.
Subject Strengths
Physics and AstronomyCivil and Structural EngineeringPharmacyAgriculture and ForestryMechanical Engineering
Founded1224
TypePublic
Total Students77800
Intl Students4%
Faculty Ratio26.5
CampusUrban / City-wide
Campus SizeDistributed across multiple urban sites
Affiliated HospitalsAzienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Federico II (Policlinico)
AccreditationMinistry of Education, Universities and Research (MIUR), Italy
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#243
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Single-Cycle Master's, PhD, Specialized Master's
Programs
42
PhD Programs
Federica Web Learning (MOOC platform)
Online Programs
PRISMA Lab, Center for Advanced Biomaterials, ICAR-CNR
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education, Universities and Research (MIUR), Italy
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 (Non-EU), October 31 (EU)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International students must apply via the Universitaly portal. Non-EU students should pay close attention to pre-enrollment visa deadlines.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€1,400/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€8,500/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€1,650/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$32
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€10,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidYes (ADISURC grants based on family income ISEE)
Work-StudyYes (150-hour collaboration program)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Single-Cycle Master's, PhD, Specialized Master's programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$32,000
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong, integrated into most degree curricula
Industry Connections
Apple (Apple Developer Academy)Leonardo S.p.A.DeloitteSTMicroelectronics
Notable Alumni
Thomas Aquinas, Giorgio Napolitano, Samantha Cristoforetti, Roberto Cingolani
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Limited university residences; mostly private rentals
Sports Facilities
CUS Napoli (Centro Universitario Sportivo)
Student Clubs
Erasmus Student Network (ESN), various political and cultural associations
Library Resources
Extensive network of 50+ departmental libraries (Centro di Servizio di Ateneo per le Biblioteche)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Double Degree agreements, International Credit Mobility
Summer Programs
Occasional specialized summer schools in Law and Engineering