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Overview

Established in 1088, the Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna (University of Bologna) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Bologna (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Emilia-Romagna. This institution also has branch campuses in Cesena, Cesenatico, Ravenna, Rimini, Forlì, Fano, Imola and Buenos Aires. Officially recognized by the Ministero dell'Università e della Ricerca, Italia (Ministry of University and Research of Italy), Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna (UNIBO) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Italian higher education institution. Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna (UNIBO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 936-year-old Italian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this Italian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNIBO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Control Typepublic

Entity

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Profile

Name
Name (English) University of Bologna
Acronym UNIBO
Founded 1088
Motto Alma Mater Studiorum
Nourishing Mother of the Studies
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Campus Location

Address Via Zamboni, 33
Bologna
40126 Emilia-Romagna
Italy
Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna Phone Number +39 051 209 9965
Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna Fax Number +39 051 209 9372
Other locations Cesena, Cesenatico, Ravenna, Rimini, Forlì, Fano, Imola and Buenos Aires

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna.

University of Bologna: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's admission information.

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna has more than 7,000 international students and provides information about the following main topics at the URL below:

  • Information about international students' enrolment
  • Information about study areas available for international students

For more details, please visit the following URL: https://www.unibo.it/en/teaching/enrolment-transfer-and-final-examination


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Admission Office Admission Office

Via Zamboni, 33
Bologna 40126



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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna.

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 3,000-3,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Control Type Control Type

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna is a public higher education institution.


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Entity Type Entity Type

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna is a non-profit higher education institution.


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's main facilities:


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Library


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna provides housing offerings for students, which can be accessed through the following link:

  • https://www.unibo.it/en/services-and-opportunities/study-grants-and-subsidies/housing-and-residences/housing-and-residences

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna provides a range of sport activities and facilities for its students and staff.

  • For detailed information on the sport activities and facilities, students and staff can visit https://www.unibo.it/en/services-and-opportunities/studying-and-beyond

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's main services:


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna provides various financial aids to support its students during their studies. These financial aids include:

  1. Study grants, exemptions, prizes, and incentives for Italian and International Students, which encompass a range of support options such as:
    • Study grants and exemptions for international students
    • ER.GO - Study grants, housing, meals vouchers
    • Exemptions and incentives
    • Paid tutoring activities
    • University grants, prizes, and subsidies
    • Prizes for graduate and PhD students
    • International mobility grants
    • Collegio Superiore: benefits and concessions for deserving students
    • Tenders and competitions promoted by institutions, associations, companies
  2. Crédit Agricole fiduciary loans
  3. Student collaboration - 150 hours work

For more information, interested individuals can visit: https://www.unibo.it/en/services-and-opportunities/study-grants-and-subsidies

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna has not provided us with a list of exchange programs and/or countries where to study abroad when enrolled at their institution but invites all uniRank visitors to check out the following relevant links:

  • For more information, visit: https://www.unibo.it/en/international/Studying-abroad/General-information-on-Erasmus/General-information-on-Erasmus

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministero dell'Università e della Ricerca, Italia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1088


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Coimbra Group
  • Utrecht Network
  • International Forum of Public Universities (IFPU)
  • Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
  • International Association of Universities (IAU)
  • UniAdrion
  • Unimed
  • International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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