University of Messina
Messina, Italy Public university Founded 1548 QS 741-750

University of Messina

Taught in English
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Programs136 bachelor · 6 master · 1 medicine
Average annual tuition€2,100
Deadline 15 Sep 2026closed
Duration3 yr bachelor · 2 yr master
Living cost~€9,600/ year, Italy

Overview

The University of Messina (UniMe) is one of Italy's well-established public universities with its history founded in 1548. Located at a strategic point of Sicily, the institution offers wide opportunities to international students with its multicultural structure and research-oriented education.

Founded in the year 1548, the University of Messina is a prestigious and historical public university located in Sicily, the intersection point of cultures, in the heart of the Mediterranean. With its wide academic spectrum extending from law to medicine, from engineering to humanities, UniMe provides its students with an education experience at universal standards by combining its deep-rooted traditions with modern scientific researches.

Adopting internationalization as a fundamental vision, the university welcomes talents coming from all over the world with the increasing number of English bachelor's and master's programs it offers. Drawing attention with its modern campus facilities, rich libraries, and vibrant student life, the University of Messina strongly prepares its graduates for global career journeys by blending theoretical knowledge with professional competence.

Taught in EnglishAll programs run in English; your advisor guides you on the language requirement.
Messina, ItalyFounded in 1548, located in the Southern Europe region.

Programs

Tuition is shown at the highest scholarship rate; your advisor confirms your rate at registration.

ProgramLanguageDurationAnnual tuition
Business ManagementEnglish3 Years €2,100
Civil EngineeringEnglish3 Years €2,100
Data AnalysisEnglish3 Years €2,100
Marine Biology and Blue BiotechnologiesEnglish3 Years €2,100
Political Sciences and International RelationsEnglish3 Years €2,100
Transnational and European Legal StudiesEnglish3 Years €2,100
Tuition includes scholarship.
  • ERSU supports, providing an annual stipend of €6,658, accommodation, meals, and a 100% tuition discount, are offered to students confirming their financial inadequacy through ISEE calculation.
  • Please note that university fees may vary from term to term. This will be confirmed in your application.

Requirements

Documents are uploaded to your portal account; your advisor completes what is missing with you.

Bachelor 6 documents

  • CV
  • A Minimum Score of 160 from YKS Exam
  • Passport
  • High School Diploma and Transcript
  • English Proficiency Certificate (B2)
  • Motivation Letter

Master 5 documents

  • CV
  • Passport
  • English Proficiency Certificate (B2)
  • University Diploma and Transcript
  • Motivation Letter

Medicine & Health 6 documents

  • CV
  • Motivation Letter
  • IMAT Exam
  • English Proficiency Certificate (B2)
  • Passport
  • High School Diploma and Transcripts

Application deadline: 15 Sep 2026.

The Application Dates: 1 November - 22 December (For Medicine and Surgery: 1 June - 20 July)

Additional Documents May Be Requested by Departments

The YKS requirement applies to students in Türkiye. International students will be evaluated according to the examination systems and admission criteria of their respective countries.

Scholarship & fees

€2,100/ yearAnnual tuition
ERSU supports, providing an annual stipend of €6,658, accommodation, meals, and a 100% tuition discount, are offered to students confirming their financial inadequacy through ISEE calculation.
Please note that university fees may vary from term to term. This will be confirmed in your application.

Average living cost in Italy is about €9,600 per year (housing, insurance, transport). Your advisor builds the full budget with you.

Campus & video

FAQ

Questions our advisors hear most often.

What is the language of instruction?

Programs run in English. The required language certificate is listed under requirements; your advisor suggests the right test for your level.

How do I get a scholarship?

ERSU supports, providing an annual stipend of €6,658, accommodation, meals, and a 100% tuition discount, are offered to students confirming their financial inadequacy through ISEE calculation. Please note that university fees may vary from term to term. This will be confirmed in your application.

When should I start?

The deadline is 15 Sep 2026. Start at least 3 months earlier for documents and the language test; admission usually arrives within 4–8 weeks.

Who submits my application?

Your documents go into your portal account and your advisor submits the application. We stay with you through admission, visa and housing.

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