Sapienza University of Rome
Region: Southern Europe
Country/Region: Italy
Found Year: 1303
Address: Piazzale Aldo Moro, 5
Introduction

Sapienza University of Rome, founded in 1303 by Pope Boniface VIII, is one of the oldest universities in the world, and a top performer in international university rankings. Since its foundation, Sapienza has constantly played a significant role in Italian history and has been directly involved in key changes and developments in society, economics and politics. Merging centuries of tradition with cutting-edge didactic activities, research and innovation, Sapienza provides top quality education and research opportunities. The main campus is a real city within the city located in the heart of Rome. Sapienza University is an extraordinary place for students and teachers from around the world to meet, exchange and develop new ideas and philosophies. The 122,143 students enrolled at Sapienza can choose from over 404 degree programmes (Bachelors, Masters and PhDs) and over 330 specialisation and professional courses, while the “School of Advanced Studies” runs honours programmes and free tuition for its best students. Sapienza has 11 Faculties, 57 Departments and various research centres that drive high levels of excellence in archaeology, physics and astrophysics, as well as humanities and cultural heritage, environmental studies, nano technology, cellular and gene therapy, design and aerospace. And it all takes place in one of the most breath-taking cities in the world.

Academic Ranking of World Universities
101-150
Academic Ranking of World Universities
The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) is recognized as the precursor of global university rankings and the most trustworthy one. ARWU presents the world's top 1000 research universities annually based on transparent methodology and objective third-party data.
101-150
2022
101-150
2023
101-150
2024
Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
All Subjects
Subject
Rank
Best Ranked Subjects
Subject Rank
Physics
12
Aerospace Engineering
15
Automation & Control
32
Mathematics
51-75
Telecommunication Engineering
76-100
Ecology
101-150
Civil Engineering
101-150
Clinical Medicine
101-150
Key Statistics
77390
Total Enrollment
4717(6.1%)
International Students
40817
Undergraduate Enrollment
2135(5.2%)
International Students
36573
Graduate Enrollment
2582(7.1%)
International Students