A building of Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iași — Photo: Wikimedia Commons
Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Overview & About
One of the most historic medical universities in the Moldavia region of Romania. Its roots trace back to the 1859 Surgery School of Iași, the country's first Romanian-language medical school.
Facilities, Heritage & Key Features
Key facts regarding academic heritage, clinical and research facilities, and quality standards
Founded in 1879 as a Faculty of Medicine; roots trace to the 1859 Surgery School of Iași, the country's first Romanian-language medical school
Over 13,000 students from Romania and more than 60 other countries
Six major affiliated teaching hospitals, including St. Spiridon Hospital and the Regional Oncology Institute
Member of the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) and the European University Association (EUA)
Degree Levels & Academic Programs
Undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral programs offered at this institution
Medicine (6-year MD), Dental Medicine (6-year DMD), Pharmacy (5-year PharmD), Medical Bioengineering
Master's in Medical Bioengineering; doctoral program with 716 PhD candidates
Rankings & Global Standing (Sourced)
Documented positions in recognized global ranking systems with direct source links
Overall 1501+ band; Medical & Health subject: 1001+ band
4 stars (institutional audit rating, not a QS WUR world-ranking position)
Tuition & Fees
Based on official publications for the 2026-2027 academic year
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More Information & Admissions
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