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
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