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Medicine in English at Iuliu Hatieganu University Cluj

Official program

Medicine in English

Language

English

Faculty

Faculty of Medicine

Duration

6 years

Annual tuition fees

EUR 10,000 / year

Credits

360 ECTS

2026 places

200 English places

Admission

Dossier evaluation

UMF Cluj lists Medicine in English as a 6-year, 360 ECTS route for EU/EEA/Swiss and non-EU international candidates. For 2026/2027, the admission page lists 200 English places for Medicine in Cluj-Napoca.

This is a different admissions model from exam-heavy Romanian routes. International candidates applying to English or French programs are selected through online file evaluation, not through a separate Biology or Chemistry entrance exam.

UMF Cluj Medicine program overview

Best fit

Students who want a well-known Romanian medical university in a major student city and have a strong academic file for a dossier-based admission route.

Admission model

UMF Cluj evaluates academic performance and personal achievements. The selection results cannot be contested.

Route scope

This page covers Medicine in English in Cluj-Napoca. The separate Medicine in English extension in Novara is not treated as this route.

Other English-taught route at UMF Cluj

Dentistry (D.M.D.)

12 Semesters

EUR 10,000/year Tuition

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Admissions and application timeline

The online admission platform opened on 25 March 2026. UMF Cluj lists two sessions for 2026 international candidates. The first session is for candidates with final school results from previous years, while the second session is for candidates with final results for the current intake.

25 Mar-20 May

Session I applications

First application session for candidates with final high-school results from previous years.

3-16 Jun

Session I results

Results are listed for 3 June 2026, with confirmation by 16 June 2026.

21 May-16 Jul

Session II applications

Second application session for candidates with final high-school results.

28 Jul-6 Aug

Session II results

Results are listed for 28 July 2026, with confirmation by 6 August 2026.

Documents

Typical application file

Application forms, declaration, GDPR agreement and screening form.
CV, letter of intent, high school diploma or equivalent and transcripts.
Passport, birth certificate, medical certificate and psychological certificate.
Minimum B2 English proof or accepted exemption/exam route.

Language

B2 English requirement

The 2026 methodology requires minimum B2 language proof for English/French programs unless the candidate completed secondary studies in that language or another official exemption applies.

Dossier evaluation, not a Biology-Chemistry exam

UMF Cluj says international admission is based on evaluation of documents attesting school performance and personal achievements. Appendix 4 lists broad criteria such as high-school performance, Biology/Chemistry/Physics baccalaureate subjects, previous medical or related studies, language proof, volunteering, medical-field work and recommendation letters.

No separate entrance exam

Unlike several Romanian universities, this international English route is not a separate Biology/Chemistry written exam.

Science profile still matters

Biology, Chemistry and Physics can still matter inside the academic-performance evaluation criteria.

Final selection

The selection results are final and cannot be contested under the 2026 methodology.

For Medimentor positioning, UMF Cluj Medicine is an application-file strategy route. Students need accurate document planning, timing and backup comparisons more than exam-day tactics.

Tuition fees and budget

The 2026 international admission page lists tuition at EUR 10,000 per academic year, a EUR 300 non-refundable file processing fee and a 50% tuition confirmation payment. Non-EU candidates need to pay the full first-year tuition to obtain the Romanian type D study visa.

Cost item	Current official figure	Notes
Medicine in English tuition	EUR 10,000 / academic year	Published on the 2026 international admission page.
File processing fee	EUR 300	Non-refundable and charged for each file registered on the admission platform.
Place confirmation	50% of tuition	Paid through the platform and described as non-refundable.
Non-EU visa payment	Full first-year tuition	Required for the type D study visa.
Living costs in Cluj-Napoca	Approx. EUR 650-1,000 / month	Cluj is one of Romania's more expensive student cities, especially for rent.

Budget separately for translations, legalization or apostille, medical and psychological certificates, travel, health insurance, residence steps and rent deposits. Selection is also conditional on original-document checks and recognition or equivalence of high school studies by Romanian authorities.

Curriculum and academic profile

The official 2026 methodology lists Medicine in English as a 6-year, 360 ECTS program. UMF Cluj is a dedicated medical university with a Faculty of Medicine, a central Cluj-Napoca medical campus and a large international applicant base.

Six-year medical route

The Medicine in English route is listed as 6 years and 360 ECTS.

Faculty of Medicine

The Faculty of Medicine has its own faculty page, departments, students area and admissions links.

Competitive English intake

The 2026 page lists 200 English places for Medicine in Cluj-Napoca.

Recognition caveat

Professional licensing still depends on the country where the graduate wants to practise after the degree.

How Medimentor helps with UMF Cluj Medicine

UMF Cluj Medicine is not an entrance-exam-first route, but it is still competitive. A strong plan should make the file easy to assess, avoid missing documents and compare Cluj with universities where Medimentor's Biology and Chemistry prep has direct exam value.

Application-file planning

Organize diploma documents, translations, B2 proof, medical certificate and psychological certificate early.

Deadline control

Choose the right session and avoid last-minute platform invalidation.

Backup-route comparison

Compare Cluj with exam-based Romanian options where Biology and Chemistry performance can change the outcome.

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FAQ

Can I study Medicine in English at Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy?

Yes. The 2026 international admission methodology lists Medicine in English as a 6-year, 360 ECTS program for EU/EEA/Swiss and non-EU citizens.

Does UMF Cluj Medicine in English have an entrance exam?

For international candidates applying to English or French programs, UMF Cluj says admission is based on evaluation of academic performance and personal achievements. It is not a separate Biology or Chemistry entrance exam route.

How many Medicine in English places are listed for 2026/2027?

The 2026 international admission page lists 200 English places for Medicine in Cluj-Napoca. It also lists a separate Medicine in English extension in Novara, Italy, but this page focuses on the Cluj-Napoca route.

How much is UMF Cluj Medicine in English tuition?

The 2026 international admission page lists tuition at EUR 10,000 per year, a EUR 300 non-refundable processing fee and a 50% tuition confirmation payment. Non-EU students need to pay the full first-year tuition for the type D study visa.

What English level is required for Medicine in English?

The 2026 methodology requires minimum B2 language proof for English or French programs unless the applicant completed secondary studies in that language or another official exemption applies.