Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore is a globally recognised university, with a remarkable ranking of #301-350 in the Times Higher Education 2024 rankings. The University has a proven track record of excellence in international exchange programmes, ranking 6th in Europe and 2nd in Italy for outbound exchange students, and 48th in Europe and 3rd in Italy for inbound exchange students in the QS Europe University Ranking 2024. It has also achieved a significant milestone in academic excellence, with 19 subjects placed within the top 400 globally in the QS World University Ranking by Subject 2024. The ARWU ranking places Università Cattolica within the #401-500 tier globally.
An excellent academic reputation and a century of experience are not the only things we are proud of. With a vast student and campus diversity, you are bound to find the right place and community that will help you perform academically at your best and fulfill your long-term aspirations.
Envision yourself in the sun-drenched Rome where an archaeological spectacle and three millennia of history await you at every corner, or Milan, home to many of the world’s most famous luxury brands. Perhaps you will be charmed by the ancient wonders on the cobblestoned streets and laneways of the Brescia campus or will find yourself at the cross-roads of Italy’s famous agricultural heartland in Piacenza and Cremona.
Cattolica puts you first. The professional academic staff believes in you and helps to connect your learning and desired career path. And our range of campus facilities and services ensures that every international student has access to all of the support, information and mentoring which international students seek. These include a dedicated international student center, a housing service, health center, sports facilities and international student associations.
From your first day at Cattolica, you will not only feel part of our University, you will be a welcome part of our community Cattolica.
What better place to study?