All English-Taught Med Schools in Italy: Top Options, Costs, and Seats

Studying Medicine in English in Italy is possible in both public and private universities.

The main things to check are simple:

• which universities offer Medicine in English
• how many seats are available
• how much tuition costs
• whether the course is public or private
• whether you apply as EU or non-EU student

For public universities, Medicine in English is not part of the new open-semester system used for Italian-taught Medicine. Students still need to follow the official admission route for English-taught medical courses.

Public vs private medical schools in Italy

In Italy, English-taught medical schools can be divided into 2 groups.

Public universities

• Usually cheaper
• Admission is linked to the national process for English-taught Medicine
• Tuition often depends on income, country of origin or university rules
• Seats are split between EU/equivalent and non-EU resident abroad candidates

Private universities

• Usually more expensive
• Each university has its own admission test and call
• Fees are generally fixed or divided by income brackets
• Some offer scholarships or financial support

For many international students, public universities are the most affordable option. Private universities usually cost much more, but may offer different services, campuses and admission timelines.

English-taught public medical schools in Italy

These are the main public English-taught Medicine courses currently listed for the latest official intake data available.

The number of seats can change every year, so students should always check the latest official call before applying.

Cheapest medical schools in Italy for international students

The cheapest option is usually a public university.

Public medical schools in Italy can be much cheaper than private ones because tuition may depend on:

• family income
• ISEE or equivalent documents
• country of origin
• university fee brackets
• regional scholarships
• merit or financial aid

This means there is no single cheapest university for everyone.

A student from one country may pay a different amount from another student at the same university.

University of Milan Medicine fees for international students

The University of Milan is one of the most searched options because it offers the International Medical School in English.

For students with income and assets produced abroad, the fee system does not work exactly like for Italian ISEE students.

For the 2026/2027 fee rules:

• the first instalment is €146
• the second instalment depends on the student’s country group and contribution area
• the second instalment can range from about €200 to more than €4,000

For the 2025/2026 current-year rules:

• the first instalment is €156
• the second instalment for foreign-income students depends on country group
• the range goes from about €200 to €2,560

So, for international students, the University of Milan can be relatively affordable compared with private universities, but the exact fee depends on the official country and fee category.

Sapienza University of Rome Medicine fees

Sapienza University of Rome offers Medicine and Surgery in English.

For international admissions, Sapienza generally indicates annual tuition for Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees between about:

• €300
• €1,500

The exact amount depends on the student’s situation, country of residence and university fee rules.

Sapienza also offers an English-taught Dentistry and Dental Prosthodontics course, which is separate from Medicine and has its own admission process and seats.

Humanitas University Medicine tuition fee

Humanitas University is a private medical university near Milan.

For Medicine and Surgery 2026/2027, the course has:

• 200 total seats
• 150 EU seats
• 50 non-EU seats

Tuition fees are higher than public universities.

For Medicine and Surgery:

• EU students pay based on economic brackets
• annual tuition can be €10,206, €15,206, €19,206 or €23,206
• non-EU students pay €23,206 per year

The admission test fee is €200.

After admission, accepted students must pay a first instalment of €5,206.

San Raffaele University Medicine fees

Vita-Salute San Raffaele University is a private university in Milan.

For the International Medical Doctor Program 2026/2027, the available seats are:

• 86 EU seats
• 64 non-EU seats

The application fee is €200.

The latest official tuition fee document found for the International Medical Doctor Program refers to 2025/2026:

• €20,640 for the 1st year
• €20,140 per year from the 2nd to the 6th year

Students should check the updated tuition page before applying, because private university fees can change by academic year.

Medicine and Technology courses in English

Some students look for courses that combine Medicine with technology or engineering.

In Italy, some English-taught options include a stronger technological profile.

Examples include:

• Medicine and Technology at Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona
• Medicine and Surgery MedTech at Campus Bio-Medico University in Rome
• MEDTEC at Humanitas University

These are not the same as every standard Medicine course in English.

Students should check carefully:

• degree structure
• final qualification
• admission test
• tuition
• seats
• campus location

Cost of studying Medicine in Italy for international students

The cost depends mainly on whether the university is public or private.

Public universities

• usually from a few hundred euros to a few thousand euros per year
• fees often depend on income or country category
• regional scholarships may reduce costs

Private universities

• usually from about €10,000 to more than €23,000 per year
• admission tests are managed by each university
• scholarships may be available, but tuition remains higher

Students must also budget for living costs.

The most expensive cities are usually:

• Milan
• Rome
• Bologna
• Venice

More affordable options can include:

• Bari
• Messina
• Catania
• Ancona
• Piacenza
• Pavia

Rent is usually the biggest monthly cost.

Living costs by city

Approximate monthly student budgets vary a lot by lifestyle and rent.

These are practical estimates. Rent, utilities and distance from campus can change the real cost a lot.

How international students apply

International students usually need to check:

• admission requirements
• EU or non-EU status
• available seats
• test date
• pre-enrolment procedure
• visa requirements, if needed
• tuition fee rules
• scholarships and regional benefits

For non-EU students living abroad, the pre-enrolment process usually goes through the official international student portal.

The visa decision is not made by the university. It is handled by the competent Italian diplomatic authority.

How to choose the best English medical school in Italy

There is no best university for everyone.

A student should compare:

• public or private
• tuition fees
• EU and non-EU seats
• city cost of living
• admission test difficulty
• campus and hospitals
• distance from home
• scholarship options
• student life
• long-term goals

A cheaper university is not always the best fit.

A famous city is not always the smartest choice.

The best choice is the one where the student can study well, afford the costs and prepare properly for admission.

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What students should check before applying

Before choosing where to apply, students should verify:

• the latest official seats
• the correct academic year
• EU or non-EU category
• tuition fee page
• admission test structure
• application deadline
• documents needed
• pre-enrolment rules
• scholarship deadlines
• cost of living in the city

This is especially important because seats and fees can change every year.

References Used

Information about admission rules for English-taught Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine comes from the official ministerial decree on English-taught Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine.

The latest official seat allocations for public English-taught medical schools come from the official MUR seat allocation table for EU and non-EU candidates.

General information about admission procedures comes from the official MUR Accesso Programmato portal.

Information for international students, pre-enrolment procedures and visa-related requirements comes from Universitaly for international students.

Information about the International Medical School at the University of Milan comes from the official University of Milan International Medical School enrolment page. Tuition fee information comes from the University of Milan 2026/2027 fees page and the University of Milan current-year fees page.

Information about Sapienza University’s Medicine programme and tuition fees comes from Sapienza International Admissions and the Sapienza tuition fees and benefits page.

Information about Humanitas University Medicine, tuition fees, scholarships and admission costs comes from the official Humanitas Medicine course page, the Humanitas fees and scholarships page and the Humanitas admissions page.

Information about the International Medical Doctor Program at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University comes from the official San Raffaele admissions page and the San Raffaele tuition fees page.