Universities in Cluj-Napoca
Cluj-Napoca has 3 universities in our index, offering 939 study programmes — 126 taught in English. Here's how the city scores for student life, and who teaches what.
City Life Index
Affordability9/10
Safety9/10
Student vibe10/10
English-friendly9/10
Weather6/10
Transport7/10
Cluj-Napoca is an exceptionally vibrant and safe student city in Romania, offering a very affordable cost of living and high English proficiency, though its winters can be quite cold.
Universities in Cluj-Napoca
| University | Research rank (EU) | Programmes | English-taught |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy | #389 | 14 | 2 |
| Babes-Bolyai University | #462 | 742 | 102 |
| Technical University of Cluj-Napoca | #581 | 183 | 22 |
How it compares in Romania
| City | Life score | Universities | Programmes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cluj-Napoca | 8.3/10 | 3 | 939 |
| Iași | 8.0/10 | 3 | 302 |
| Timișoara | 8.0/10 | 2 | 209 |
| Bucharest | 7.3/10 | 4 | 896 |
What you can study in Cluj-Napoca
- Linguistics and Languages (322)
- Management (54)
- Arts and Design (35)
- Computer Science (25)
- Media and Communication (25)
- Engineering (19)
- Education (18)
- Environmental Engineering (17)
- Chemistry (16)
Frequently asked questions
- How many universities does Cluj-Napoca have?
- Our index lists 3 universities in Cluj-Napoca with 939 study programmes between them, 126 taught in English.
- Is Cluj-Napoca affordable for students?
- Cluj-Napoca scores 9/10 on affordability in our City Life Index. Students in Romania spend roughly €545 a month on living costs. Full breakdown: Cost of studying in Romania.
Last updated 2026-09-15.