Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Quick facts
- World rank
- #1,201
- 2026
- Acceptance rate
- 50%
- Students
- 6,000
- International students
- 20%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1919
Overview
Founded in 1919, Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy is a prestigious public institution in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. It serves as a major center for medical education and research in Transylvania, providing training across medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and nursing. The university is known for its commitment to scientific excellence and its diverse student body, which includes thousands of national and international students. It maintains strong international ties and is the only medical faculty in Romania accredited by the Association of Medical Schools in Europe. The campus features modern research facilities, libraries, and student support services designed to foster both academic and personal growth.
Fields of study
- Medicine
- Dental Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Physiotherapy
- Radiology and Imaging
- Dental Technology
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Medical Cosmetics
Accreditation: Ministerul Educației (Romanian Ministry of Education); AMSE (Association of Medical Schools in Europe)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall
- Application deadlines
- July
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- internationalstudent@umfcluj.ro
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€10,000 / year
From about $10,800 / year
Domestic students
€10,000 / year
International tuition is 10,000 EUR per year. A non-refundable application processing fee of 300 EUR is required. A confirmation fee of 50% of the tuition (5,000 EUR, non-refundable) is required upon admission. Payment by credit card or bank transfer.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balneo-physio kinetic therapy and Recovery (opens in a new tab)Romanian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Dental Medicine (opens in a new tab)Romanian, English, French · Full Time | Bachelor's | 6 years | €10,000 / year | Jul 16, 2026 | Session I, Session II |
| Dental Technology (opens in a new tab)Romanian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| General Nursing (opens in a new tab)Romanian, English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €10,000 / year | Aug 12, 2026 | Session I, Session II |
| General Nursing (Baia Mare) (opens in a new tab)Romanian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Medical cosmetics and cosmetic product technology (opens in a new tab)Romanian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Medicine (opens in a new tab)Romanian, English, French · Full Time | Bachelor's | 6 years | €10,000 / year | Aug 12, 2026 | Session I, Session II |
| Medicine (Novara, Italy) (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 6 years | €10,000 / year | Aug 12, 2026 | Session I, Session II |
| Military Medicine (opens in a new tab)Romanian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 6 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Nutrition and Dietetics (opens in a new tab)Romanian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Pharmacy (opens in a new tab)Romanian, French · Full Time | Bachelor's | 5 years | €10,000 / year | Aug 12, 2026 | Session I, Session II |
| Radiology and Imaging (opens in a new tab)Romanian · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.