Study Medicine in Italy 🇮🇹

Italy offers 39 Medicine programs across 33 universities. Tuition ranges from $2k–$5k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

39 Programs

33 Universities

$2k–$5k/yr Tuition

100% STEM

10% Scholarships

Why Italy for Medicine?

Living Cost

$11,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Master (23) Bachelor (8) PhD (7) Single Cycle Degree (1)

Top Universities for Medicine in Italy

University of Pavia - Medicine

Pavia · National rank #1 · QS #201

Medicine and Surgery (Harvey Course) · Master Medicine and Surgery (Italian-taught) · Master

Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies

Pisa · National rank #1

PhD in Translational Medicine · PhD

University of Perugia

Perugia · National rank #1 · QS #801

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor

University of Milan

Milan · National rank #2 · QS #276

Medicine and Surgery · Master International Medical School · Master International Medical Degree · Master

University of Naples Federico II

Naples · National rank #3 · QS #379

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Sassari

Sassari · National rank #4 · QS #801

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Pisa

Pisa · National rank #4 · QS #343

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor

University of Turin

Turin · National rank #5 · QS #408

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor

University of Florence

Florence · National rank #7 · QS #404

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor

Catholic University of the Sacred Heart

Milan · National rank #11 · QS #409

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Brescia

Brescia · National rank #13 · QS #650

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Roma Tor Vergata

Rome · National rank #14 · QS #355

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Parma

Parma · National rank #14 · QS #1001

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Bari

Bari · National rank #16 · QS #801

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Catania

Catania · National rank #17 · QS #851

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Siena

Siena · National rank #18 · QS #607

Medicine and Surgery · Master

University of Palermo

Palermo · National rank #19 · QS #801

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

Modena · National rank #19 · QS #801

Clinical and Experimental Medicine · PhD Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor

University of Marche

Ancona · National rank #20 · QS #801

Medical and Surgical Sciences · PhD

University of Trieste

Trieste · National rank #20 · QS #751

Medicine and Surgery · Bachelor

All Programs

Medicine and Surgery

University of Turin

Medical and Surgical Sciences

University of Marche

Medicine and Surgery

University of L'Aquila

Medicine and Surgery

University of Palermo

Medicine and Surgery

University of Trieste

Medicine and Surgery

University of Udine

Single Cycle Degree STEM

Medicine and Surgery

University of Naples Federico II

Medicine and Surgery (Harvey Course)

University of Pavia - Medicine

Master STEM Aid

Medicine and Surgery

University of Messina

Medicine and Surgery

University of Catania

Medicine and Surgery

University of Siena

Applied Medical Sciences

University of Bergamo

Medicine and Surgery

Catholic University of the Sacred Heart

Medicine and Surgery

University of Florence

Clinical and Experimental Medicine

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

Medicine and Surgery

University of Bari

Medicine and Surgery

University of Verona

Medicine and Surgery

University of Roma Tor Vergata

Medicine and Surgery

University of Sassari

PhD in Translational Medicine

Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies

PhD in Translational Medicine

University of Eastern Piedmont

Medicine and Surgery

University of Ferrara

Medicine and Surgery

University of Catanzaro

PhD in Experimental and Clinical Medicine

University of Catanzaro

Medicine and Surgery

University of Perugia

Translational Medicine for Development and Active Ageing

University of Salerno

Medicine and Surgery

University of Brescia

Medicine and Surgery

University of Milan

International Medical School

University of Milan

Medicine and Surgery

University of Pisa

Medicine and Surgery

University of Chieti-Pescara

Medical and Surgical Emergencies

University of Catanzaro

Medicine and Surgery (Italian-taught)

University of Pavia - Medicine

Master STEM Aid

Medicine and Surgery

University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli

Master STEM Aid

Medicine and Surgery

University of Foggia

Medicine and Surgery

University of Insubria

Medicine and Surgery

University of Parma

Medicine and Surgery

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

International Medical Degree

University of Milan

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Medicine in Italy?

Tuition for Medicine programs in Italy ranges from $2k–$5k/yr. 10% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $11k.

What are the English language requirements for Medicine in Italy?

English-taught Medicine programs in Italy typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Medicine programs are in Italy?

Abroadly lists 39 Medicine programs at 33 universities across Italy. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Are Medicine programs in Italy STEM-designated?

100% of Medicine programs in Italy carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.

Is Italy a good country for Medicine students?

Italy is a strong choice for Medicine with 33 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Italian, though many programs are taught in English.

What degree levels are available for Medicine in Italy?

In Italy, Medicine programs are offered at: Bachelor (8 programs), PhD (7 programs), Master (23 programs), Single Cycle Degree (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.