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University of Bologna

Bologna

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Italy
The University of Bologna is the oldest university in the world, founded in 1088. It is best known for its excellence in teaching law, which set the standards for many European universities in the Middle Ages. Unlike other Italian universities, which focus on the arts and humanities, the University of Bologna has a more scientific focus, awarding postgraduate degrees in a range of medical, engineering, and other scientific disciplines.

Overall Score: 

46.14

We grade on a curve: 

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

University of Bologna for International Students

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

2197

Total Years to Degree

3

Total Tuition Cost ($)

6591

Location

Bologna is a city of approximately 391,000 people located in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy. It is a transportation hub, with an international airport and several mainline railway stations, and is easily accessible by road networks. It is known for its iconic World Heritage-listed towers, stunning churches and cathedrals, as well as the world-famous Bolognese cuisine.

Overall Scores

Academics

51.45

Happiness

43.23

Costs

43.73

Overall Grade

46.14

1. Academics

Rank:

161

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

24.4

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better). 

Number of English Taught Programs:

7

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take. 

Total Academic Score:

51.45

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

49.9

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

12

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

55.31

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad? 

Total Happiness Score:

43.23

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

22.5

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living. 

Rent Index Percentile:

31.2

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

6591

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

43.73

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

46.14

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

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