Università degli Studi di Genova
Genoa, Italy
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 32,000
- International students
- 9%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1481
Overview
The University of Genoa (Università degli Studi di Genova, UniGe) is a public research university founded in 1481 in Genova, Liguria, Italy. It is one of Italy's historic universities and ranks in the top 1.5% internationally, placing 3rd among large Italian universities for internationalisation. The university offers 130 degree programs (61 bachelor's, 60 master's, 7 single-cycle) of which 15 are taught in English, plus doctoral programs, university master degrees (I and II level), specialisation schools, and continuing education courses. It enrolls over 32,000 students including 3,000+ international students from 110 nationalities, and employs 4,300+ researchers including 1,200+ faculty. Research output includes 97 active patents, 28M€ annual research funding, and participation in European and international research programs. The university has campuses in Genova (main), La Spezia, Savona, and Imperia, and is part of the Ulysseus European University alliance. Approximately 5,000 students graduate each year, and 87% of employed graduates report satisfaction with their work one year after graduation.
Fields of study
- Engineering
- Economics
- Medicine and Surgery
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Natural Sciences
- Law
- Humanities
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Architecture
- Design
- Pharmacy
- Computer Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Education
- Languages
- Modern Languages
Accreditation: ANVUR (Agenzia Nazionale di Valutazione del Sistema Universitario e della Ricerca)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall 2026, Spring 2027
- 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
University fees consist of stamp duty (€16), regional tax, and a university contribution calculated based on the student's ISEE-U (income indicator). Fees are paid in 3 installments. Full or partial exemptions available based on income and merit. Late payment surcharges apply.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESG Management e Gestione del Rischio ESGM (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | — |
| Infrastrutture Digitali Subacquee (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | — |
| Riabilitazione dei Disordini Muscoloscheletrici (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
