Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia
Milan -
Italy
Abroad
General Information
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University (UniSR) is a premier private university in Milan, uniquely situated within the IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and San Raffaele Scientific Institute. It is globally recognized for integrating high-level medical education with groundbreaking research, particularly in genomics and molecular medicine.
General Info
- Primary Location: Via Olgettina 58, Milan. The campus is integrated into one of Europe's largest medical and research parks.
- Academic Tracks:
- Medicine and Surgery (Italian Track - 6 years): The standard single-cycle degree focused on clinical excellence.
- International MD Program (English Track - 6 years): An innovative program designed for international careers, blending European and North American educational standards.
- Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics (6 years): Primarily taught in Italian with high-tech clinical training.
- Nursing and Health Professions: Programs in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Dental Hygiene, Midwifery, and Biotechnology.
- Admission: Entry is based on private entrance exams conducted by UniSR:
- International MD Program: Requires the UniSR specific admission test (typically in spring). Other scores like the IMAT or SAT are not accepted in place of this test.
- Research Focus: A global leader in Gene Therapy, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular Sciences, Oncology, and Diabetes Research.
Campus Facilities
The UniSR campus is a "Medical City" where all academic, research, and clinical facilities are within walking distance.
- DIBIT (Biotechnology Department): A massive high-tech hub for biomedical research, housing hundreds of researchers and advanced laboratories where students are exposed to "bench-to-bedside" science.
- Advanced Simulation Center: Features virtual reality, haptic simulators, and robotized mannequins for risk-free practice of complex surgical and clinical maneuvers.
- Experimental Anatomy Labs: Use of digital dissection tables and advanced microscopy to master human morphology and pathology.
- Skills Labs: Dedicated rooms for learning basic clinical skills (suturing, patient communication, and examination) early in the curriculum.
- Central Library: Located in the DIBIT building, it provides over 150 study stations, online research hubs, and access to thousands of clinical journals.
- Galleria delle Botteghe: An underground "mini-mall" on campus featuring a supermarket, bank, post office, pharmacy, laundry, and bookstore.
- Cascina Melghera & Cassinella: Beautifully renovated historic Lombardy farmhouses on campus that serve as modern student residences.
- UniSR Social Club: Dedicated spaces for extracurricular activities, sports clubs, music, and student associations.
- Hotel Rafael: An on-campus hotel designed for visiting relatives, researchers, and physicians attending conferences.
- ICT Services: Provides high-speed internet and tech support throughout the campus, including specialized computer labs for data analysis.
Hospital & Medical Facilities
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Students train within the IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, a high-specialty hospital of international standing.
- San Raffaele Hospital: A leading hospital in Italy with nearly 1,400 beds, serving as the primary site for all clinical rotations from the very first years.
- Clinical Research Units: Students have access to over 100 clinical and translational research units.
- Sector Q: A cutting-edge wing of the hospital dedicated to emergency medicine and intensive care, equipped with the latest life-support technologies.
Fee Structure
State University Affordability
As a private institution, UniSR has fixed tuition rates independent of the national ISEE system, though regional tax still applies.
Scholarship
- Regional Scholarships (DSU): Provided by the Lombardy Region, these grants are based on income and merit, potentially offering tuition waivers and free meals.
- UniSR Merit Awards: The university rewards top-performing students in each year with partial tuition fee reductions.
- Sibling Discount: A 20% reduction on tuition fees for students who have a sibling concurrently enrolled at UniSR.
- Merit Loans: Dedicated agreements with banks (like Intesa Sanpaolo) to offer low-interest loans for students to cover their tuition fees.
City Details
- The Vibe: Milan is Italy’s most international city, serving as a hub for fashion, finance, and biomedicine.
- Connectivity:
- Metro: Reachable via Metro Line 2 (Cascina Gobba) followed by a dedicated automated light railway or bus.
- Air: Conveniently located near Linate Airport (LIN).
- Safety: The campus is gated, private, and monitored 24/7, making it exceptionally safe for residents.
Hostel & Mess
- Accommodation: The campus features the Cascina Melghera and Cassinella residences, offering newly built rooms with private facilities and common study areas.
- Dining: Multiple canteens and cafes across the campus and hospital offer subsidized meals to students.
- Vibe: Highly professional and international. The "Small Community" feel means students build close relationships with world-class faculty.
- Location: Located in the northeast of Milan, the campus is surrounded by green spaces while being a short shuttle ride from the Metro Green Line (Cascina Gobba).
Miscellaneous
- Degree Recognition: Fully recognized by the WHO, the UK General Medical Council (GMC), and the US ECFMG, allowing for international practice.
- Clinical Rotations: Emphasizes early clinical exposure, with students beginning ward visits from the first year of study.
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Facilities & Campus Life
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus
Frequently Asked Questions
Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.
The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.
The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.
Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.
While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.
Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.
Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.
We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.
Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.
Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.
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