University of Padua
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1222
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 75,000 students
- Faculty
- 2,800
- Website
- https://www.unipd.it
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #233 · Ranked | 52.10 |
| THE | 2026 | THE #242 · Ranked | 56.72 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #195 · Top 200 | 89.97 |
| ARWU | 2025 | ARWU #151 · Top 200 | — |
Research Output via OpenAlex
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Motto
"Universa universis patavina libertas"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Padua's global ranking?
University of Padua is ranked #195 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within Italy, it holds the #8 position.
When was University of Padua founded?
University of Padua was founded in 1222, making it 804 years old. It is one of the oldest institutions in Italy.
How many students attend University of Padua?
University of Padua has a student body of approximately 75,000 students. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 26:1.
What is University of Padua's research output?
University of Padua has produced 203,055 research publications with 18,536,431 total citations and an h-index of 1,085, according to OpenAlex data.