University of Catania
Università degli Studi di Catania | |
| Latin: Siciliae Studium Generale | |
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Established | 19 October 1434 |
| Rector | Prof. Francesco Priolo |
Administrative staff | 1,623 |
| Students | 38,000 |
| Location | , Italy |
| Sports teams | CUS Catania |
| Affiliations | UNIMED |
| Website | www.unict.it/ |
The University of Catania (Italian: Università degli Studi di Catania) is a university located in Catania, Sicily. Founded in 1434, it is the oldest university in Sicily, the 13th oldest in Italy, and the 29th oldest in the world. With over 38,000 enrolled students, it is the largest university in Sicily.