University of Bologna: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #98 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #23 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #1 of 88 | In Italy |
| #1 of 4 | In Emilia-Romagna |
| #14 of 1,038 | For Cosmetology |
| Top100 | For 56 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 73%
- Enrollment
- 79,999
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.unibo.it
- Languages
- Italian;English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 73% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate (maturità) or recognized foreign equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
| Enrollment | 79,999 |
We've calculated the 73% acceptance rate for University of Bologna based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Bologna is a world-class research university with 137,703 scientific papers published and 3,061,939 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Chemistry, Medicine, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Genetics, and Quantum and Particle physics.
University of Bologna majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 1048 | 5135 |
| 1991 | 1141 | 5888 |
| 1992 | 1155 | 6842 |
| 1993 | 1199 | 7372 |
| 1994 | 1307 | 8235 |
| 1995 | 1382 | 9654 |
| 1996 | 1635 | 10600 |
| 1997 | 1605 | 12048 |
| 1998 | 1693 | 13912 |
| 1999 | 1837 | 15874 |
| 2000 | 1922 | 19071 |
| 2001 | 2048 | 22133 |
| 2002 | 2208 | 25807 |
| 2003 | 2530 | 31414 |
| 2004 | 2818 | 35982 |
| 2005 | 3043 | 43981 |
| 2006 | 3378 | 52199 |
| 2007 | 3807 | 61078 |
| 2008 | 4028 | 69289 |
| 2009 | 4494 | 80932 |
| 2010 | 4631 | 89472 |
| 2011 | 4617 | 102426 |
| 2012 | 4932 | 116313 |
| 2013 | 5374 | 130028 |
| 2014 | 5777 | 141313 |
| 2015 | 5760 | 152743 |
| 2016 | 5985 | 160989 |
| 2017 | 6473 | 177326 |
| 2018 | 6399 | 179661 |
| 2019 | 7211 | 208062 |
| 2020 | 8046 | 250891 |
| 2021 | 9649 | 328344 |
| 2022 | 8015 | 308586 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Bologna gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | €2,000 - €3,500 |
| Master's Degree | €2,000 - €3,500 |
| PhD Program | €160 (registration fee) + €160 (annual fee) |
| Professional Master's Programs | €4,000 - €8,000 |
All costs are in Euros (€).
The University of Bologna has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Bologna.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dottorato di Ricerca | Agriculture, Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Health Sciences, Heritage Preservation, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Mathematics and Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Performing Arts, Social Sciences, Sociology, Technology, Translation and Interpretation, Veterinary Science, Visual Arts |
|---|
University of Bologna alumni
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Nicolaus Copernicus
- Enrolled in the University of Bologna
- Studied in 1496-1500
- Occupations
- mathematicianeconomistwritertranslatorjurist
- Biography
-
Nicolaus Copernicus was a Renaissance polymath, active as a mathematician, astronomer, and Catholic canon, who formulated a model of the universe that placed the Sun rather than Earth at its center. In all likelihood, Copernicus developed his model independently of Aristarchus of Samos, an ancient Greek astronomer who had formulated such a model some eighteen centuries earlier.
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Alexander VI
- Occupations
- Catholic priestCatholic deacon
- Biography
-
Pope Alexander VI, born Rodrigo de Borja, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 11 August 1492 until his death in 1503. Born into the prominent Borgia family in Xàtiva under the Crown of Aragon (now Spain), Rodrigo studied law at the University of Bologna. He was ordained deacon and made a cardinal in 1456 after the election of his uncle as Pope Callixtus III, and a year later he became vice-chancellor of the Catholic Church. He proceeded to serve in the Curia under the next four popes, acquiring significant influence and wealth in the process. In 1492, Rodrigo was elected pope, taking the name Alexander VI.
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Pier Paolo Pasolini
- Occupations
- novelistplaywrightfilm criticfilm actorwriter
- Biography
-
Pier Paolo Pasolini was an Italian poet, filmmaker, writer, and intellectual who also distinguished himself as a journalist, novelist, translator, playwright, visual artist and actor. He is considered one of the defining public intellectuals in 20th-century Italy, influential both as an artist and a political figure.
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Petrarch
- Enrolled in the University of Bologna
- Studied in 1320-1323
- Occupations
- philologistwriterphilosopherautobiographermountaineer
- Biography
-
Francesco Petrarca, commonly anglicized as Petrarch, was a scholar and poet of early Renaissance Italy, and one of the earliest humanists.
University of Bologna faculties and divisions
| Department/Division : Agricultural Sciences | Agriculture, Agronomy, Chemistry, Entomology, Microbiology, Plant Pathology |
|---|---|
| Department/Division : Agriculture and Food science | Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Biotechnology, Food Technology, Forest Products, Forestry, Oenology, Plant and Crop Protection, Viticulture, Zoology |
| Department/Division : Architecture | Architecture |
| Department/Division : Biological, Geological, and Environmental Sciences | Biological and Life Sciences, Environmental Studies, Geology |
| Department/Division : Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences | Behavioural Sciences, Biochemistry, Health Sciences, Neurology, Physiology |
| Department/Division : Chemistry | Chemistry |
| Department/Division : Economics | Actuarial Science, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Economics, Tourism |
| Department/Division : Education | Education, Education of the Handicapped, Educational Sciences, Teacher Training |
| Department/Division : Engineering | Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Sciences, Materials Engineering |
| Department/Division : History and Cultures | Cultural Studies, History |
| Department/Division : Humanities and Philosophy | Archaeology, Arts and Humanities, Communication Studies, Cultural Studies, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Greek, History, Journalism, Latin, Literature, Modern Languages, Music, Performing Arts, Philosophy |
| Department/Division : Industrial Chemistry | Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry |
| Department/Division : Interpreting and Translation | Translation and Interpretation |
| Department/Division : Law | Law |
| Department/Division : Life Quality Studies | Health Sciences, Psychology, Sports |
| Department/Division : Management | Management |
| Department/Division : Mathematics | Mathematics |
| Department/Division : Medicine and Surgery | Biotechnology, Cardiology, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Dermatology, Endocrinology, Forensic Medicine and Dentistry, Gastroenterology, Gerontology, Health Sciences, Hygiene, Laboratory Techniques, Medicine, Microbiology, Neurology, Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Physical Therapy, Podiatry, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Rheumatology, Sports Medicine, Surgery, Urology, Venereology, Virology |
| Department/Division : Pharmacy and Biotechnoloogy | Biotechnology, Cosmetology, Food Technology, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Toxicology |
| Department/Division : Physics and Astronomy | Astronomy and Space Science, Physics |
| Department/Division : Political and Social Sciences | Political Sciences, Social Sciences |
| Department/Division : Preservation of Cultural Heritage | Heritage Preservation |
| Department/Division : Psychology | Psychology |
| Department/Division : Statistical Sciences | Statistics |
| Department/Division : The Arts | Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts |
| Department/Division : Veterinary Medicine | Animal Husbandry, Biotechnology, Veterinary Science |
General information
| Alternative names | UNIBO Università degli Studi di Bologna |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1088 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Education, University and Research |
| Motto | Alma Mater Studiorum. Petrus ubique pater legum Bononia mater |
Location and contacts
| Address | Via Zamboni 33 Bologna, 40126 Italy |
|---|---|
| City population | 393,000 |