University of Ferrara
Ferrara, Italy
Quick facts
- World rank
- #876
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
- 27,123
- International students
- 17%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
The University of Ferrara (Università degli Studi di Ferrara, UNIFE) is a public university located in Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. Founded in 1391, it is one of the oldest universities in the world. UNIFE offers approximately 70 programs across all disciplinary areas including science, medicine, technology, economics, law and the humanities, at bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. It is a member of the COLOURS European University Alliance and has 512 international university agreements.
Fields of study
- Architecture & Design
- Economics & Management
- Physics
- Earth Sciences
- Law
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Humanities
- Languages
- Philosophy
- Education
- Medicine & Health
- Chemistry
- Pharmacy
- Agriculture & Food Science
- Biology
Accreditation: ANVUR / Ministero dell'Università e della Ricerca (MUR)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- —
- 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 fees vary based on ISEE (income indicator). No Tax Area applies for ISEE up to €27,000 (full exemption). Progressive reductions up to €60,000 ISEE. Approximately 90% of students receive some form of fee reduction. Currency: EUR.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Economy and Sustainable Transitions (opens in a new tab) | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Physics (opens in a new tab) | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Postgraduate Program for Proficiency in Periodontology (4P) (opens in a new tab) | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Small Business Management in International Markets (opens in a new tab) | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.