Gran Sasso Science Institute
L'Aquila, Italy
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
The Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI) is an international PhD school and a center for research and higher education located in L'Aquila, Italy. It offers doctoral programmes in Astroparticle Physics, Mathematics in Natural, Social and Life Sciences, Computer Science, and Regional Science and Economic Geography. GSSI has been ranked first in Italy for research quality in the latest ANVUR evaluation. It is closely connected to the INFN Gran Sasso National Laboratories and attracts researchers and students from around the world.
Fields of study
- Astroparticle Physics
- Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Regional Science and Economic Geography
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
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- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhD in Astroparticle Physics (opens in a new tab)Full Time | PhD | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| PhD in Computer Science (opens in a new tab)Full Time | PhD | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| PhD in Innovative Technologies for Space Missions and Radiation Detection (opens in a new tab)Full Time | PhD | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| PhD in Mathematics in Natural, Social and Life Sciences (opens in a new tab)Full Time | PhD | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| PhD in Regional Science and Economic Geography (opens in a new tab)Full Time | PhD | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.