About the University of Rome Tor Vergata
Founded in 1982, the University of Rome Tor Vergata is a young and dynamic institution that has rapidly gained international prestige for its academic excellence and research-driven approach. Often referred to as “the University of the Future” in Rome, it is situated on one of the largest and most modern green campuses in Italy, providing students with a vast, integrated environment for both academic study and social life.
Year of Foundation: 1982
Location: Rome, Lazio, Italy
Official Website: UNIROMA2
About IMS Tor Vergata
The International Medical School of Tor Vergata (IMS Tor Vergata) is a six-year Single Cycle Degree Programme in Medicine and Surgery taught entirely in English. Guided by the motto “Learn today – Lead tomorrow,” the program was established in 2011 and has since become one of Italy’s most prominent international medical schools. IMS Tor Vergata stands out for its exceptionally high percentage of international students and its commitment to small-class teaching, which ensures personalized interaction with professors. The curriculum seamlessly bridges the prestigious Italian medical tradition with a modern global perspective, integrating basic and clinical sciences from the very first year.
World Rankings
Overall University Rankings
| Ranking Organization | World Ranking |
|---|---|
| QS – World University Rankings 2026 | 355 |
| THE (Times Higher Education) – World University Rankings 2026 | 301-350 |
| ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) – 2025 Academic Ranking of World Universities | 401-500 |
| CWTS Leiden Ranking – Traditional Edition 2025 | 407 |
Medicine Subject Rankings
(These rankings reflect the overall performance of the medical faculty.)
| Ranking Organization | Medicine Ranking |
|---|---|
| QS (Medicine) | 251-300 |
| THE (Medical and Health) | 201-250 |
| ARWU (Clinical Medicine) | 201-300 |
| CWTS Leiden (Biomedical and health sciences) | 281 |
Admission Quotas and IMAT Score Ranges
Annual Student Quotas
ROMA :
- EU students: 60
- Non-EU students: 20
TIRANA :
- Non-EU students: 150
According to the Italian Ministry of University and Research (Decree n. 599), the University of Rome Tor Vergata has allocated a quota of 150 seats for the non-EU Medicine and Surgery programme at the Tirana campus for the 2025–2026 academic year. The University has published the official IMAT merit rankings for this quota.
For detailed information, please visit the official portals.
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 | 80.9 | ~58 | 69.1 |
| 2024 | 80.6 | 59.5 | 60.6 |
| 2023 | 65.4 | 38.5 | 53.4 |
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 Rome Tor Vergata Scholarships
Details on merit-based and financial-support scholarships offered by the University of Rome Tor Vergata are available on the Financial Support page.
Accommodation
Learn more about student accommodation and housing options at the University of Rome Tor Vergata.
