Quick Summary
Situated in Padua, Italy, University of Padova (Università degli Studi di Padova) is a public established in 1222. Ranked #236 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 72000 students including 8% from outside Italy. Known for strengths in Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Psychology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the world's oldest and most prestigious universities, offering high-quality English-taught programs at a low cost compared to the US/UK.
Subject Strengths
Anatomy & PhysiologyPharmacy & PharmacologyPsychologyClassics & Ancient HistoryPhysics & AstronomyArchaeology
Founded1222
TypePublic
Total Students72000
Intl Students8%
Faculty Ratio21
CampusUrban/City-integrated
Campus SizeNot Available
Affiliated HospitalsAzienda Ospedale-Università Padova
AccreditationItalian Ministry of Education, University and Research (MUR)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#236
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#201-250
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151-200
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Single-cycle degrees, PhD, Vocational Master's, Summer schools
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Human Rights Centre, Galileo Galilei Research Center, Botanical Garden, VIMM (Venetian Institute of Molecular Medicine)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research (MUR)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot mandatory (recommended for some English-taught STEM programs)
GMATNot Available
SATNo (TOLC or English TOLC preferred for specific degrees)
ACTNo
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 7 (First call for international students), June (Second call)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November (Specific postgraduate programs)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply during the first call to maximize scholarship opportunities. Ensure your syllabus is translated if applying for credit recognition.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,600/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€10,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€2,600/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$33
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,630/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$8,700
Financial AidYes (ISEE-based fee reductions and Regional DSU grants)
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Single-cycle degrees, PhD, Vocational Master's, Summer schools programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychological Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Physics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Astrophysics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Human Rights and Multi-level Governance | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$42,000
Average Salary After Graduation
86%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh via Career Service and Job Placement office
Industry Connections
Strong ties with ConfindustriaEuropean Space Agencyand Northern Italy industrial clusters
Notable Alumni
Nicolaus Copernicus, Galileo Galilei, Elena Cornaro Piscopia (first woman to receive a PhD), William Harvey
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
CUS Padova (Centro Universitario Sportivo) providing athletics, rugby, fencing, and rowing
Student Clubs
Erasmus Student Network (ESN), University Sports Centre, various cultural and political associations
Library Resources
University Library System (SBA) with over 2 million volumes and historical archives
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, SEMP, Coimbra Group Network, ARQUS Alliance
Summer Programs
Available