About the University of Cagliari
Founded in 1620, the University of Cagliari is one of Italy’s historic universities and one of the most important academic institutions on the island of Sardinia. With more than 400 years of history, UniCa combines a long-standing academic tradition with a modern structure focused on research, teaching, and innovation. Located in the Sardinian capital, it offers students the opportunity to study in a dynamic Mediterranean setting while being part of a university that plays a central role in the educational and social development of the region.
Year of Foundation: 1620
Location: Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy
Official Website: UNICA
About the Medicine and Surgery Degree Programme
The Single Cycle Degree Programme in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Cagliari is a six-year course. Established in 2024, Medicine and Surgery is designed to prepare future doctors for clinical, healthcare, and biomedical fields through a comprehensive medical education pathway.
The program prepares future doctors for successful careers in both clinical practice and academic research, all while studying in one of Italy’s most beautiful coastal cities.
World Rankings
Overall University Rankings
| Ranking Organization | World Ranking |
| QS – World University Rankings 2026 | – |
| THE (Times Higher Education) – World University Rankings 2026 | 601-800 |
| ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) – 2025 Academic Ranking of World Universities | 801-900 |
| CWTS Leiden Ranking – Traditional Edition 2025 | 692 |
Medicine Subject Rankings
(These rankings reflect the overall performance of the medical faculty.)
| Ranking Organization | Medicine Ranking |
| QS (Medicine) | 651-700 |
| THE (Medical and Health) | 401-500 |
| ARWU (Clinical Medicine) | – |
| CWTS Leiden (Biomedical and health sciences) | 604 |
Admission Quotas and IMAT Score Ranges
Annual Student Quotas
- EU students: 80
- Non-EU students: 20
IMAT Score Statistics
This table shows the highest score among all admitted students, together with the minimum admission scores for the EU and Non-EU quotas.
| Academic Year | Highest Score (EU & Non-EU) | EU Minimum Score | Non-EU Minimum Score |
| 2025 | 76 | 54.1 | 54.2 |
| 2024 | 74.9 | 55 | 56.5 |
Tuition Fees, Scholarships, and Accommodation
Tuition Fees
At Italian public universities, tuition fees are calculated based on the official ISEE (family income) certificate.
This system applies to both EU and Non-EU students, meaning that fees are income-based.
Depending on family income:
- Fees can be very low or even fully waived,
- Or can reach approximately €500–€5,000 per year for higher-income families.
Scholarships – DSU (Diritto allo Studio Universitario)
The DSU regional scholarship is a public financial aid program that provides eligible students with financial grants, accommodation, and subsidized meals. It is available at all Italian public universities and is awarded by the regional authority where the university is located.
Learn more about the DSU Regional Scholarship, which provides financial aid, accommodation, and meals to eligible students.
University of Cagliari Scholarships
Details on merit-based and financial-support scholarships offered by the University of Cagliari are available on the Financial Support page.
Accommodation
Learn more about student accommodation and housing options at the University of Cagliari.
