Study Medicine in Iași
Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy · Romania
Medicine and Dentistry in English, selected on documents and interview rather than an entrance test.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine and Dentistry
Tuition fees
4,500 EUR per semester (Medicine and Dentistry)
Duration
6 years
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Selection based on application documents and an interview, no written test
Intake
Autumn semester
Recognition
Automatically recognised across the EU
Living costs
approx. 400 to 600 EUR per month
Total students
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Why study medicine here?
Die Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Iași wurde 1879 als medizinische Fakultät gegründet und umfasst heute die Bereiche Medizin, Zahnmedizin, Pharmazie und medizinische Bioingenieurwissenschaften. Humanmedizin und Zahnmedizin werden neben Rumänisch auch auf Englisch und Französisch angeboten und dauern jeweils sechs Jahre. In den ersten Semestern lernen internationale Studierende Rumänisch, um später mit Patienten kommunizieren zu können.
- Programmes: Medicine and Dentistry
- Language of instruction: English
- Standard duration: 6 years
- Start of studies: Autumn semester
- Requirement: General higher-education entrance qualification. Check in a free study consultation whether you meet the requirements for placement at this university through Medschool Experts.
Programmes and languages of instruction
Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.
- Medicine: The Medicine programme leads to a medical degree. The pre-clinical phase establishes the scientific foundations; the clinical phase adds patient-facing work.
- Dentistry: Dentistry is practical from the outset: phantom courses in the pre-clinical phase, then supervised patient treatment.
Study conditions and campus life
Der Studiengang ist auf sechs Jahre angelegt. In den Jahren eins und zwei liegt der Schwerpunkt auf den vorklinischen Fächern Anatomie, Physiologie, Biochemie, Histologie und Embryologie; parallel lernst du Rumänisch, um später mit Patienten kommunizieren zu können. Ab dem dritten Jahr beginnt der klinische Abschnitt mit Innerer Medizin, Chirurgie, Pädiatrie, Gynäkologie, Neurologie und Psychiatrie samt Praktika an den Kliniken der Universität. Im sechsten Jahr steht die praktische Ausbildung im Vordergrund, vergleichbar mit dem deutschen Praktischen Jahr.
Admission and entrance exam
The basic requirement for placement at this location is a general higher-education entrance qualification. When placed through Medschool Experts, there is no separate entrance test. Get in touch to find out whether we can place you at this university, and book a free study consultation.
NC-freie Medizinstudienplätze im In- und Ausland
- Passende Uni-Auswahl & sichere Vermittlung
- NC-freier Studienplatz im Ausland mit Anerkennung in Deutschland
- Betreuung bei Studienstart, Vorbereitung & Wohnungssuche
- Unterstützung beim Wechsel nach Deutschland
- Begleitung bis zum Berufseinstieg in DE oder CH
Preparing properly with Medschool Experts
We handle the complete application, including all formalities, and submit it on time. We guide you through the study visa, enrolment, and administrative requirements on the ground. Because Romania is an EU member state, recognition of your degree within the EU is generally straightforward — we advise you on the requirements for your specific target country. We remain your point of contact after your studies begin.
Tuition fees and living costs
The tuition fee is 4,500 EUR per semester (Medicine and Dentistry). Before making any decision, ask the International Office to confirm the amount in writing, specifying whether accommodation, insurance, and registration fees are included.
Additional one-off costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and usually a deposit for accommodation. Budget approx. 400 to 600 EUR per month for living costs.
Recognition and career prospects
Weil Rumänien zur Europäischen Union gehört, greift für Absolventen der Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Iași die Berufsanerkennungsrichtlinie 2005/36/EG. Dein ärztliches oder zahnärztliches Diplom wird in Deutschland automatisch anerkannt, eine Gleichwertigkeitsprüfung findet nicht statt und eine Kenntnisprüfung entfällt ebenfalls.
Praktisch heißt das: Du stellst den Antrag auf Approbation bei der Approbationsbehörde deines Bundeslandes. Nachzuweisen sind deutsche Sprachkenntnisse auf Fachsprachniveau; wie lange die Bearbeitung dauert, ist von Bundesland zu Bundesland verschieden. Für Österreich entscheidet die Österreichische Ärztekammer, für die Schweiz die MEBEKO, jeweils nach denselben EU- beziehungsweise EFTA-Regeln.
Anschließend kannst du jede Facharztweiterbildung an Kliniken und Praxen mit Weiterbildungsbefugnis beginnen, auf derselben Grundlage wie Absolventen deutscher Fakultäten. Der studienbegleitende Rumänischunterricht in Iași hält dir zusätzlich rumänische Kliniken offen. Durch die Formalitäten der Anerkennung begleitet dich die Medizinerschmiede.
Alumni now practising internationally
Former students of this university who, according to publicly available sources, now work as doctors or dentists internationally. Anonymised overview — not an indication of any cooperation with Medschool Experts.
The city as a place to study
Iași liegt im Osten Rumäniens nahe der Grenze zur Republik Moldau und hat rund 300.000 Einwohner. Die Stadt ist ein traditionsreicher Hochschulstandort und beherbergt mehrere Universitäten sowie einen der größeren botanischen Gärten Osteuropas. Miete, Lebensmittel und Gastronomie sind deutlich günstiger als in Deutschland. Das Stadtbild ist von historischen Kirchen und Bauten aus dem 19. Jahrhundert geprägt.
- City: Iași
- Country: Romania
- Living costs: approx. 400 to 600 EUR per month
- Entry: Student visa required
About the author
Marcel Kloos
Federally recognised dentist, founder and owner of Medschool Experts
Marcel Kloos founded the company while still studying abroad himself; since then more than 500 study places have been arranged. Originally from Stuttgart, he studied dentistry in Sofia from 2015 to 2021 and is a federally recognised dentist.
He now lives in Bern and runs the company full-time as its owner. He visits the partner universities in person on a regular basis.
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Frequently asked questions about this university
What are the entry requirements for Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Iași?
You need a general higher-education entrance qualification (A-levels or equivalent). There is no numerus clausus, so your school-leaving grade does not determine your place. You will also need a sufficient command of English and a student visa.
How do I apply through Medschool Experts?
Medschool Experts handles placement at this location without a grade-based admission cap. Whether we can place you with your profile is something we clarify in a free, no-obligation consultation — where we also discuss which university is the best fit for you.
What does it cost to study at Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy?
The tuition fee is 4,500 EUR per semester (Medicine and Dentistry). Additional costs include the application fee, visa, health insurance, travel, and accommodation. Always ask the International Office to confirm every figure in writing — figures quoted by third-party portals can vary significantly.
How much money do I need per month in Iași?
Budget approx. 400 to 600 EUR per month for living costs. This is well below Western European levels. The exact amount depends mainly on whether you live in student accommodation or privately.
How is the programme structured and how long does it take?
The programme lasts 6 years. First comes the pre-clinical phase with the theoretical foundations, then the clinical phase with examination courses and placements at affiliated hospitals. The final year is primarily practical in focus.
Is the degree recognised in the EU?
As Romania is an EU member state, medical degrees are automatically recognised across the EU under the Professional Qualifications Directive, provided graduation requirements are met. For non-EU countries you wish to practise in, confirm requirements separately.
Will I receive a transcript of records?
Yes. Your performance is recorded in a transcript showing subjects, examinations, and grades. This is exactly the document the authorities need later for the equivalence assessment. Keep all semester certificates and grade reports safely — they are difficult to obtain retrospectively.
Can I transfer to a university in my home country during my studies?
There is no automatic transfer route. A transfer to a domestic faculty involves an individual credit-recognition process and depends on available places in higher semesters. Plan your studies as a complete path to graduation.
How does Medschool Experts support you on the ground?
We organise the application and all documents, support you through enrolment, accommodation, and administrative requirements, and remain your contact after your studies begin. We also tell you upfront where the weaknesses of this particular location lie.

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