University of Bologna
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The University of Bologna stands as Italy's preeminent academic and cultural institution, founded in 1088. Across nine centuries, it shaped the European university tradition and hosted scholars including Petrarch, Boccaccio, and Dante. Today it ranks first in Italy for the seventh consecutive year according to Times Higher Education, and it functions as a comprehensive public research university with 31 departments spanning humanities, social sciences, medicine, science, and technology, serving approximately 86,000 students across multiple campuses.
Academic strength spans health and biomedicine (32.4% of research portfolio), industry and digital technology (27.8%), and bioeconomy and environment (20.3%). In subject-specific THE rankings, Bologna places 32nd globally in law, 39th in arts and humanities, and 76th in business and economics. The university publishes approximately 14,800 research outputs annually, with over 40% involving international collaborators. Bologna holds 308 active contracts under Horizon Europe, including 26 ERC awards, demonstrating competitive strength in European research funding.
International admissions operate through the Universitaly platform or direct application depending on program type and candidate status. English-taught programmes require B2-level English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, and recognized equivalents accepted). Non-EU candidates applying for master's programmes must submit applications by 30 April; undergraduate deadlines typically fall by late July, though specific dates vary by programme. The university supports international students through a dedicated International Office (ASES), free accommodation search services (SAIS), university residence options via ER.GO, and merit- and need-based scholarships. Non-resident students may qualify for housing subsidies if income thresholds are met.
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- €50
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- $490
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- $2,850
- Full service
- $4,200
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