University city
Romania's first modern university opened here in 1860, and the city has been organised around students ever since — five state universities, a campus quarter in Copou, and a nightlife calendar that follows the academic year.
Romania's oldest modern university, founded in 1860. Its main building in Copou, with the Hall of the Lost Footsteps, is a sight in its own right.
Over 24,000 students and around 800 academic staff (2022–2023 academic year).
Official siteOne of the country's strongest medical schools, with roots in 1879 and a large international student community.
Around 10,400 students.
Official siteIași's polytechnic — engineering, construction, automation and computer science. The main supplier of graduates to the local IT industry.
Official siteAgronomy, horticulture, veterinary medicine and animal science — with teaching farms and greenhouses around the city.
Official siteMusic, theatre and visual arts. Student concerts and productions are among the best reasons to go out during term time.
Official siteIndicative data from official sources. Fares and schedules can change — check before you go.
Five state universities: Alexandru Ioan Cuza, the Grigore T. Popa medical university, the Gheorghe Asachi technical university, the life-sciences university and the George Enescu arts academy. Private institutions operate here too.
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, founded in 1860 — the first modern university in Romania. The arts academy dates from the same year.
The Alexandru Ioan Cuza main building in Copou is a landmark and its Hall of the Lost Footsteps is usually open to visitors, but access depends on the academic calendar and events — check with the university before making a special trip.
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