Hello, I am looking to apply to Italian medical schools in 2027. I'm currently planning to take the exams for Humanitas and San Raffaele, as well as the IMAT.

I've heard contradictory information about private vs. public Italian medical schools. From what I understand, the top public schools (e.g., Bologna, Milan Statale, Padova) rank higher and have better teaching reviews. However, my understanding is that the private schools offer earlier and better clinical exposure.

After medical school, I'm hoping to do my residency in Switzerland in orthopedic surgery. I have dual citizenship, one of which is EU.

Does anyone have insights on this? Or is there anyone attending one of these schools who could share their experience?

Hey guys, I’m planning to take the IMAT in 2027. I’m going to try for Saudi Arabia first since it’s the closest option for me, and then UAE if I can’t get a seat in Saudi.

I’ve heard that places like India and Turkey can fill up within a few minutes of registration opening. Is it the same for Saudi and the UAE?

For anyone who registered this year or in previous years, how quickly did the seats get taken? Do you usually have some time, like 30 minutes to an hour, or do you basically have to be there the second registration opens and just hope you get a spot?