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George Emil Palade University

Târgu Mureș
George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Târgu Mureș is a leading Romanian higher education institution specializing in health sciences and related fields. Named after Nobel laureate George Emil Palade, the university offers programs in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, engineering, and social sciences. It attracts both Romanian and international students, fostering a diverse academic community. With modern research facilities and a focus on innovation, it plays a key role in medical education in Central and Eastern Europe. The institution is recognized for its strong clinical partnerships and emphasis on practical training.
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Founded

1948

World Rank

#2070

International Students

+1520

Institution Type

public

Degrees

residency, undergraduate, master, phd

Everything You Need to Know

Overview

UMFST G.E. Palade stands as a premier comprehensive institution born from the 2018 merger of the University of Medicine and Pharmacy and Petru Maior University. With nearly 13,000 students enrolled across seven faculties, the university maintains its position as one of Romania’s most internationally recognized higher education institutions.

The institution excels particularly in medical and pharmaceutical sciences while offering robust programs in engineering, economics, law, and humanities. It is ranked #103 in Europe University Rankings – Eastern Europe 2025 and has earned recognition as the only Romanian university operating a medical campus abroad in Hamburg, Germany.

Essential Elements

  • Total student population: ~13,000 (6% international)
  • Seven faculties offering comprehensive study programs
  • QS Europe Eastern Europe ranking: #103 (2025)
  • Main campus in Târgu Mureș with additional locations in Hamburg, Bistrița, and Târnăveni
  • Strong research output with international partnerships

Basic Specifications

Specification
Details
Official Name
George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Târgu Mureș
Abbreviation
UMFST
Type
public
Founded
1948
Location
Târgu Mureș, Romania
Academic Status
Public State University
Main Campus Address
Strada Gheorghe Marinescu 38, Târgu Mureș 540139, Romania
Academic Staff
400
Students
13113
Students (int’l)
1520

Brief History

George Emil Palade University traces its medical heritage to 1945 when the Faculty of Medicine was established by decree of King Mihai I of Romania. The technical education tradition began in 1976 with the founding of the Pedagogical Institute of Târgu Mureș, which evolved into the Technical University and later Petru Maior University in 1996.

The historic 2018 merger created Romania’s most comprehensive medical-technical university, combining eight decades of medical excellence with 45 years of engineering innovation. This union positioned the institution as a leader in interdisciplinary education and research, particularly in medical engineering and health technology fields. Recent developments include the 2019 opening of the Hamburg medical campus and major infrastructure projects like the ERGOPOLIS technical campus.

Faculties & Departments

Faculty of Medicine

  • Departments: General Medicine, Medical Specializations
  • Key programmes for internationals: Medicine (6 years, Romanian/Hungarian/English)

Faculty of Medicine in English

  • Departments: Medical Sciences in English
  • Key programmes for internationals: Medicine (6 years, English)

Faculty of Dental Medicine

  • Departments: Dental Sciences, Oral Surgery
  • Key programmes for internationals: Dentistry (6 years, English)

Faculty of Pharmacy

  • Departments: Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medical Chemistry
  • Key programmes for internationals: Medical Chemistry, Technological Chemistry

Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology

  • Departments: Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology
  • Key programmes for internationals: Medical Engineering, Computer Science, Automation

“Petru Maior” Faculty of Sciences and Letters

  • Departments: Philology, History, Communication, Psychology
  • Key programmes for internationals: Modern Applied Languages, Communication

Faculty of Economics and Law

  • Departments: Economics, Management, Law, Public Administration
  • Key programmes for internationals: Management, Finance and Banking

Additional Fees

  • Tuition fee for the 2025-2026 academic year is set at €10,000.
  • A deposit of €5,000 is required upon conditional acceptance.
  • The deposit amount will be credited toward the total tuition fee for the first year.
  • For early admission, the first installment must be paid by May 9th, 2025.
  • The deposit is non-refundable, regardless of final enrollment decisions.

Admission Deadlines

Admission Step
Timeline
Online Registration Period
July 5–10, 2025 and July 16–22, 2025 (sports performance: July 16–21, 2025)
Document Verification
July 14–16, 2025 and July 24–25, 2025
Language Tests
July 25, 2025 (English for Architecture)
Entrance Examinations
July 13, 2025 (Health programs 5 & 6 years), July 23, 2025 (Physical Education and Pedagogy practical), July 28, 2025 (Architecture)
Results Publication
July 13, 2025 (Health 5 & 6 years), July 14, 2025 (Health 3 & 4 years), July 23, 2025 (all except Architecture), July 29, 2025 (Architecture)
Place Confirmation
July 14–16, 2025 and July 24–25, 2025
Enrollment
July 14–16, 2025 and July 24–25, 2025; July 30, 2025 (Architecture)

Accepted Language Certificates

#
English
French
Accepted
  • IELTS Academic: Minimum Score 6.0 overall. Validity: 2 years.
  • TOEFL iBT: Minimum Score 80. Validity: 2 years.
  • Cambridge: Minimum Score B2 First (FCE). Validity: Permanent.
  • Pearson PTE: Minimum Score: 55. Validity: 2 years.
  • Duolingo: Minimum Score: 105. Validity: 2 years.

None

Alternative
  • Previous degree taught in English
  • Native English speakers from recognized countries
  • Cambridge Proficiency Certificate holders

None

University Language Testing

Available in April and July – Fee: €100

Required Documents

Academic Documents

  • High school diploma (apostilled + translated)
  • Transcripts with grades (apostilled + translated)
  • CNRED recognition letter
  • Language certificate (English/Romanian)

Personal Documents

  • Passport copy (valid 2+ years)
  • Birth certificate (apostilled + translated)
  • Medical certificate (standard form)
  • Criminal record check (apostilled + translated)

Additional for Medical Programs

  • Letter of motivation
  • CV/Resume
  • 4 passport photos
  • Financial guarantee (€4,000 – €6,000 proof)

Translation: All documents must be translated into Romanian by authorized translator

Internships & Training

Engineering

  • Mandatory Internship: Industrial training
  • Duration: 4-6 weeks
  • Partners: Hirschmann, IRUM SA

Computer Science

  • Mandatory Internship: Software development
  • Duration: 4 weeks
  • Partners: IT companies

Economics

  • Mandatory Internship: Business internship
  • Duration: 240 hours
  • Partners: Regional companies

Medicine

  • Mandatory Internship: Clinical rotations
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Partners: University hospitals

Top Industry Partners

  • Hirschmann Automotive TM – Automotive engineering
  • Three Pharm – Pharmaceutical industry
  • Regional hospitals – Medical training
  • IT companies in Cluj-Napoca area

International Opportunities: Erasmus+ traineeships in Germany, Austria, Italy

Transport & Campus Access

UMFST's central location provide convenient access for students from across Romania and internationally.
International Access

From Bucharest Airport:

  • Flight to Cluj-Napoca + bus: €50-80 + €15
  • Direct bus from Bucharest: €20-25 (4 hours)

From Cluj-Napoca Airport:

  • Bus to Târgu Mureș: €10-15 (2 hours)
  • Taxi: €80-100
  • Student discount: 50% on public transport
  • Monthly pass: €10-15
  • Walking distance to most facilities
  • Main Campus: Str. Gheorghe Marinescu 38
  • Engineering Campus: Str. Nicolae Iorga 1
  • Bucharest: 330 km (3 hours)
  • Iași: 310 km (3 hours)
  • Timișoara: 330 km (3 hours)

2070

World Rank

620

Europe Rank

18

Romania Rank

Academic Excellence Indicators

The University is a top-ranked institution in Eastern Europe, known for its strong research output, international partnerships, and innovation. With over 400 annual publications and numerous patents, it holds key global rankings and leads major EU projects. It’s also the only Romanian university with a medical campus abroad, highlighting its prominence in medical education.

Research & Recognition

  • QS Ranking 2025: #103 (Eastern Europe)
  • THE Ranking 2025: 1501+ band
  • US News Global Ranking: #2070
  • Research Output: 400+ publications per year
  • International Collaborations: 80+ partnerships
  • EU Projects: 15+ active Horizon projects
  • Patents: 25+ annual average

Notable Achievements

  • Only Romanian university with medical campus abroad (Hamburg)
  • ERGOPOLIS technical campus project €29.9M EU funding
  • Leading medical education center in Southeastern Europe

Services

Campus Dining – Microcantina Hestia

  • Closed from August 1–31 for summer break.
  • Open Monday–Friday, 08:00–18:00 during active periods.
  • Daily menu available from 11:00–16:00.
  • Located at UMFST G.E. Palade, Str. Gh. Marinescu 38, Târgu Mureș.
  • Contact: Liliana Rusu – [email protected], Tel: +40-265-215.551 ext. 237.

University Library

  • Provides academic and research resources across all faculties and study programs.
  • Offers multidisciplinary collections including encyclopedic and specialized publications.
  • Adapts continuously to meet evolving teaching and research needs.
  • Utilizes modern information technologies such as online catalogs and databases.
  • Structured into four branches: Medicine & Pharmacy, Sciences & Letters, Engineering & IT, Economy & Law.

University Botanical Garden

  • Established in 1948 alongside the Faculty of Pharmacy.
  • Located at the base of Platoul Cornești with multiple specialized sectors.
  • Hosts a 5-hectare dendrological park with historic significance (established 1908).
  • Contains over 50 rare or endangered plant taxa in the oak forest and systematic plant area.
  • Includes medicinal plant sector, greenhouses, and facilities for ornamental and exotic species.

Scientific Publications

  • Manages the university’s academic journals and ensures transparency in scholarly communication.
  • Coordinates methods, techniques, and procedures for publishing processes.
  • Covers a wide range of disciplines through specialized journal series (medical, biological, dental, philology, history, economics, technology, and law).
  • Notable titles include Acta Marisiensis series, The Journal of Critical Care Medicine, Curentul Juridic, and UMFST Law Review.

Erasmus Program

  • Organizes student and staff mobility selections for study, teaching, and training across 2024-2026 academic years.
  • Supports multiple mobility types: Student Study Mobilities (SMS), Staff Training (STT), Staff Teaching Assignments (STA), and Student Placement (SMP).
  • Provides detailed application tutorials, evaluation results, and deadlines for Erasmus+ mobility grants.
  • Coordinates mobility opportunities in partner universities across Europe, including Tunisia, Portugal, and Hungary.
  • Requires mandatory submission of signed agreements, insurance, and supporting documents before mobility starts.

Social Support Programs

  • Provides individual housing subsidies for students living outside university dormitories, based on income and documentation criteria.
  • The EURO 200 program offers financial aid to students with limited resources to purchase computers, subject to age and income eligibility.
  • Applicants for housing subsidy and EURO 200 must submit specific documents, including rental contracts, identity proofs, and income certificates.
  • Subsidies are granted only during the official study period, excluding summer vacations.
  • Application deadlines and contact details are clearly specified; incomplete applications are not accepted.

Scholarships

  • Monthly scholarships are paid mid-month for the previous month via bank transfer; cash available on specific dates. No payments in August and September 2025 (suspended until 2025/2026 academic year).
  • Types include social (low-income), performance (including sports), and merit scholarships.
  • Applications require submission of personal bank IBAN and consent forms; social scholarships also need income and family documents per university rules.
  • Social scholarship eligibility: net family income per member must not exceed ~2111 RON (2024-2025) or ~1898 RON (2023-2024).
  • Application period late Sept–mid Oct; results by late Oct; appeals handled early November with formal records.

Orchestra of the “George Emil Palade” University of Târgu Mureș

  • Founded in the 2022-2023 academic year.
  • Started with 6 passionate members and has grown to 41 students from various programs and 30 external collaborators.
  • Aims to promote musical talent and foster the artistic development of students.
  • Focuses on improving musical skills, personal discipline, teamwork, and emotional expression through art.

Student Life

UMFST offers a vibrant campus life, where students can engage in diverse activities beyond the classroom — from cultural exchanges and professional clubs to modern sports facilities and annual festivals — creating a dynamic and inclusive environment for personal and academic growth.

International Student Association

Academic Clubs

  • Medical Students Association – Professional development
  • Engineering Students Society – Technical projects
  • Business Club – Entrepreneurship

Sports Facilities

  • Modern sports complex with gym, courts
  • Student rate: €25/month
  • Football, basketball, volleyball teams

Cultural Activities

  • Annual International Food Festival
  • Medical Days conference
  • Engineering competition INTER-ENG
  • Language exchange programs

International Student Support

Academic & Learning Support

  • Romanian language courses (free)
  • Career counseling
  • Academic integration support via International Relations Office
  • Guidance on academic resources and study planning

Student Life & Cultural Integration

  • Buddy program
  • Pre-arrival assistance
  • Cultural integration activities and events
  • Social networking opportunities for international students

Administrative & Practical Services

  • International Relations Office: Str. Gheorghe Marinescu 38, Room 339
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Visa support and accommodation assistance
  • Airport pickup service (fee: €50)

Health, Safety & Digital Access

  • Psychological counseling
  • Medical insurance assistance
  • Emergency contacts: IRO +40-265-215.551 ext. 235, Medical 112
  • University Security: +40-265-215.551

Programmes

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