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University of Rome La Sapienza
A Global Beacon for MBBS in Italy, Embodying Education as the "Soul of Society."
Institutional Overview
Founded in 1303, Sapienza is one of Europe’s oldest and largest universities. With 11 faculties, ~113,000 students, and extensive facilities including 60 libraries and 20 museums, it is a global leader in research and education, especially in biomedicine and cyber intelligence.
Global Stature
QS 2025 (Medicine): 86
Censis 2024: #2 in Italy (101 points).
International Community
30% international medical students. Member of European University Association & Alliance4Universities.
Key Accreditations
WHO, NMC, GMC, USMLE Eligible
EC Directive 75/363/EEC Aligned
"F" Degree Course (English Program)
Advanced Clinical Training
Training at Policlinico Umberto I and Sant’Andrea Hospital, featuring a dedicated Skills Lab.
Medicine and Surgery Program
The "F" Degree Course, launched in 2011, is a six-year, 12-semester (Oct-July) English-taught program. It trains scientist-physicians with a holistic approach, emphasizing early clinical exposure, transversal skills, and personalized mentorship in small classes.
- Holistic Approach: Focuses on psycho-somatic complexities and socio-cultural contexts.
- Early Clinical Exposure: Internships (1,000 hours) begin in the second semester of the second year.
- Small Class Sizes (45): 35 Non-EU & 10 EU seats, fostering personalized mentorship and shadowing opportunities.
- Unique Medical Italian Course: A free, specialized module to support clinical communication.
Curriculum Overview (360 ECTS)
Focus: Mandatory courses in mathematics and biology to build a strong scientific base.
Internships: 4 CFU (80 hours) of clinical exposure begins in the second semester.
Focus: Moving from foundational science to clinical application. B2 Italian required.
Internships: 10 CFU (200 hours) focusing on diagnostics at Policlinico Umberto I.
Internships: 18 CFU (360 hours) in key specialty areas.
Internships: 28 CFU (560 hours) culminating in a final thesis.
Life in Rome & Student Support
Located in Rome, Italy’s historic 2.8M-resident capital, the medical campus is in the San Lorenzo district. Students enjoy vibrant culture from the Colosseum to Testaccio nightlife, supported by a diverse community with 30% international medical students.
Tuition Fees (2024/25)
Range: €350 - €2,924 annually (ISEE-based), with discounts for top performers. Payable in 3 installments.
Financial Support
Merit- and need-based scholarships available via uniroma1.it. KALINGAEURO provides guidance.
Campus accessible via metro (€1.50/ticket) or bike (€30/month).
Living costs: €400–600/month for shared rooms.
Enjoy subsidized canteens (€2-4/meal) and events like the Sapienza Summer School.
Admissions & Notable Features
Admission Requirements
- 12 years of secondary education & English proficiency certificate.
- Competitive IMAT score (100-minute, 60-question exam).
- Estimated 2024 IMAT cut-offs: Approx. 48.7 (non-EU) & 45.5 (EU).
- Non-EU: D-type visa, register via Universitaly & Studenti Online portal.
- An Italian language test is required upon arrival for non-Italian speakers.
- KALINGAEURO provides IMAT preparation.
Notable Features
Early Clinical Training
Begins in the second semester of the second year for immediate practical application.
Small Class Size (45)
Fosters personalized mentorship, office hours, and valuable shadowing opportunities.
Dedicated Skills Lab
Provides hands-on training for practical techniques like catheter insertion.
Sapienza Neuroscience Center
Highlights a key area of research excellence and opportunity for students.
Why Choose Sapienza for Your MBBS?
Sapienza offers an elite MBBS experience, blending 700 years of academic tradition with early clinical training at Policlinico Umberto I. Globally accredited and set in Rome’s vibrant heart, it prepares you for a distinguished medical career.
