University of Florence

University of Florence

Florence, Italy

"A large public university in the Renaissance city of Florence"

Public University Comprehensive 🌐 www.unifi.it https://www.unifi.it/en

At a Glance

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Avg Salary/Yr —
Ranking #409 (QS)
PSW VISA 12 months (job-search permit)
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About University of Florence

University of Florence was founded in 1321 and is a public university in Florence, Italy. It is a large public university in Florence.

Rankings & Recognition

#409
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked #409 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. (down 5 places).

Ranked #409 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. (down 5 places).

Accreditations & Memberships

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Florence's global standing for that metric.

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Key Facts

1321 Founded
#409 QS 2027 Rank
Public university Type
Florence City

Popular Programs

Architecture Economics Computer Engineering Medicine and Surgery Humanities

Application Details

Application Route Online via university admissions
Intakes September

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate 92%
I-20 Processing Type D student visa
Post-Study Work 12 months (job-search permit)
Green Card Pathway EU Blue Card / long-term permit

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship N/A

Career Outcomes

37% Placement Ratio
12 months (job-search permit) Post-Study Work
20 Work While Study

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Academic Staff — Student-Staff Ratio — —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

The University of Florence has sites across Florence and Sesto Fiorentino.

Campus Details

1 main campus
1321 founded

Campus Forecast

Hot summers cool damp winters

Student Life & Housing

Housing

Private rentals and regional student residences

Dining

University canteens with reduced student meal prices

Health & Wellness

Italian national health service (SSN) enrolment for students

Activities & Clubs

Student clubs University sports centre Cultural events

Diversity & Demographics

Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented

Cost Deep-Dive

Annual Tuition €1,237 / year

Intakes & Deadlines

Most programmes start in the autumn semester. Check the University of Florence international admissions pages for application windows and entry rules.

Scholarships at University of Florence

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These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate Secondary school diploma and the language level set by the programme.
Postgraduate Relevant bachelor's degree and the language level set by the programme.

English Proficiency

IELTS

TOEFL iBT

PTE Academic

Required Documents

Passport copy Secondary or bachelor degree certificate Academic transcripts Declaration of Value or CIMEA statement English language certificate Motivation letter CV Passport-size photo Proof of funds

Application Process

1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the university admissions portal.
2
Apply online
Register on the university admissions portal and fill in the application form.
3
Pre-enrol
Complete pre-enrolment for your visa on the Universitaly portal.
4
Admission letter
Receive the acceptance letter after the university reviews your file.
5
Student visa
Apply for a Type D student visa at the Italian embassy or consulate.
6
Arrive & register
Apply for a permesso di soggiorno within 8 working days of arrival.

Campus & Location

The University of Florence has sites across Florence and Sesto Fiorentino.

5 of 5 courses
Single-cycle Master's 2
University of Florence
📍 Florence
Single-cycle Master's Architecture
Single-cycle Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: Italian
Duration: 5 years
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University of Florence
📍 Florence
Single-cycle Master's Medicine and Surgery
Single-cycle Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: Italian
Duration: 6 years
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Bachelor's 2
University of Florence
📍 Florence
Bachelor's Economics
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: Italian
Duration: 3 years
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University of Florence
📍 Florence
Bachelor's Humanities
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: Italian
Duration: 3 years
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Master's 1
University of Florence
📍 Florence
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: Italian
Duration: 2 years
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Deadline N/A

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