The historic Faculty of Medicine building, Carol Davila University (built 1903) β Photo: Wikimedia Commons
Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Overview & About
The oldest medical university in Romania, located in the capital. Romanian scientist Nicolae Paulescu first isolated insulin here in 1921 β one of the best-known milestones in Romanian scientific history.
Facilities, Heritage & Key Features
Key facts regarding academic heritage, clinical and research facilities, and quality standards
Romania's oldest medical university, founded 1857 as the National School of Medicine and Pharmacy
Uses the clinical facilities of over 20 hospitals across Bucharest
Nicolae Paulescu isolated insulin here in 1921; Nobel laureate George Emil Palade studied and taught here
ISO 9001:2015 certified; classified as an "advanced research and education university" by Romania's Ministry of Education
Degree Levels & Academic Programs
Undergraduate, Masterβs, and Doctoral programs offered at this institution
Medicine (incl. English-taught program), Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing
Doctoral studies across four faculties
Rankings & Global Standing (Sourced)
Documented positions in recognized global ranking systems with direct source links
701β850 band
801β1000 band
774th worldwide β 1st among Romanian universities
Tuition & Fees
Based on official publications for the 2026-2027 academic year
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More Information & Admissions
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