Ari Horesh University of Pavia, Italy
11th of October, 2024The IMAT 2024 results finally came out on the 10th of October 2024, and I wanted to break them down with you. We will talk about the scores, why they’re higher this year (or lower—depending on what happened!), and what it means if you’re planning to take IMAT 2025. I’ll also update this post as we get more info, so stay tuned for the latest details!
We’ll look at how this year’s scores compare to previous years and what trends we can spot. Plus, I’ll throw in some tips for anyone prepping for the next exam, so you can go into it feeling confident and ready to crush it.
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Here are the IMAT 2024 results for European candidates. As you can see, from my predictions earlier this year (and from my analysis of the actual IMAT 2024 in the video below), the results are significantly lower than the Non-European candidates’ scores. This means that many European candidates who didn’t study math and physics were still able to secure their seat in the first round. I will update this section once we have a better idea of the final cut-offs, which should be available in the coming weeks.
| University | EU Seats | 1st Round Cut-Off | Final Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Sapienza | 45 | 65.5 | – |
| Milano Statale | 55 | 69.2 | – |
| Pavia | 103 | 61.8 | – |
| Bologna | 97 | 65.6 | – |
| Padova | 75 | 64.6 | – |
| Tor Vergata | 40 | 62 | – |
| Turin | 70 | 62.4 | – |
| Bicocca | 30 | 66.7 | – |
| Federico II | 15 | 64 | – |
| Parma | 75 | 60.3 | – |
| Messina | 55 | 57.6 | – |
| Luigi Vanvitelli | 60 | 59.5 | – |
| Bari | 69 | 59.1 | – |
| Catania | 30 | 58.4 | – |
| Marche (Ancona) | 20 | 60.2 | – |
| Cagliari | 80 | 56.9 | – |
| Siena (DENTISTRY) | 23 | 59.7 | – |
| La Sapienza (DENTISTRY) | 19 | 62.1 | – |
IMAT 2024 Non-European Candidates Scores (People With Non-European Citizenship)
This year, the IMAT 2024 results for non-European candidates were notably high. The primary reason for this is that the number of available seats for non-EU candidates is significantly lower compared to European candidates. In contrast, the number of non-European applicants continues to rise each year. This creates intense competition, pushing the scores higher. I’ve listed the cutoff scores below for non-European candidates at various universities. Keep in mind, I’ll update this section as soon as new information becomes available. Unlike to the Europeans, Non-EU candidates don’t have scrolling and rounds, so the list is conclusive and won’t change along the months.
| University | Non-EU Seats | Non-EU Cut-off |
|---|---|---|
| La Sapienza | 13 | 73.8 |
| Milano Statale | 15 | 75.3 |
| Pavia | 40 | 71.5 |
| Bologna | 20 | 74.5 |
| Padova | 25 | 71.6 |
| Tor Vergata | 15 | 60.6 |
| Turin | 32 | – |
| Bicocca | 18 | 72.7 |
| Federico II | 25 | 68.1 |
| Parma | 45 | 59.1 |
| Messina | 56 | 61.8 |
| Luigi Vanvitelli | 50 | 63.2 |
| Bari | 11 (8) | 65.8 |
| Catania | 30 | – |
| Marche (Ancona) | 60 | 60.3 |
| Cagliari | 20 | 56.5 |
| Siena (DENTISTRY) | 12 | 69.3 |
| La Sapienza (DENTISTRY) | 6 | 73.1 |
IMAT 2024 Analysis: Comparing Trends Over the Years
From the table below, we can observe the overall trend in IMAT results, and there are a few key things to keep in mind. Up until 2022, the IMAT was written by Cambridge, but starting from 2023, the Italian authorities took over the exam. This change brought with it a few significant shifts.
One of the most noticeable changes is that the questions became easier. The 2023 and 2024 exams featured more biology and chemistry questions, while the logic section was simplified. Even the math and physics questions, while still covering basic high school-level material, were more straightforward than in previous years. However, the overall difficulty of math and physics stayed about the same—it was the other sections that became easier.
This is one of the main reasons why we’ve seen such a drastic increase in scores. Candidates can now achieve around 57 points just from the biology and chemistry sections alone. Add in the logic section, which primarily features basic probability and English questions, and students can reach scores as high as 70 points with relative ease.
This trend has allowed European candidates who focused heavily on biology and chemistry to pass the exam. However, looking at the scores, it’s clear that nobody can afford to neglect math and physics anymore. The competition is only getting fiercer, and with scores continuing to rise, potentially even reaching 75–80 points in future exams, students will need to prepare for every single topic. Whether you’re European or non-European, the path to passing IMAT 2025 and forward will require a strong understanding of all sections, including math and physics.
IMAT 2024 Non-European Candidates Scores Comparison (2021-2024)
| University | 2021 Cut-Off | 2022 Cut-Off | 2023 Cut-Off | 2024 Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milano Statale | 51.5 | 51.8 | 60.2 | 75.3 |
| Bologna | 48.9 | 51.5 | 59.1 | 74.5 |
| Roma “La Sapienza” | 53.1 | 52.6 | 50.8 | 73.8 |
| Padova | 46.6 | 50.7 | 49.5 | 71.6 |
| Pavia | 49.4 | 43.8 | 53.3 | 71.5 |
| Bari | 32.7 | 42.6 | 31.2 | 65.8 |
| Roma “Tor Vergata” | 47.7 | 44.6 | 53.4 | 60.6 |
| Politecnica delle Marche (Ancona) | – | 34.5 | 43.0 | 60.3 |
| Parma | 35.5 | 41.9 | 50.1 | 59.1 |
| Cagliari | – | – | 50.1 | 56.5 |
| Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli” | 33.1 | 41.9 | 47.3 | 63.2 |
| Catania | – | – | – | – |
| Messina | 34.6 | 42.9 | 36.9 | 61.8 |
| Milano Bicocca | 42.3 | 49.2 | 54.2 | 72.7 |
| Napoli Federico II | 41.4 | 44.4 | 52.0 | 68.1 |
| Torino | 44.0 | 50.1 | 49.0 | – |
IMAT 2024 Student Score Examples and Tips
In this section, I will share a few examples of my IMAT course students who took the IMAT in 2024, their strategy, and what they focused on and did to secure the seat in their situation.
IMAT 2024 Score Student #1 (European)
What did they do to get this score?
The image above shows the average score (as seen from the system) of a European student who took the IMAT 2024, focusing mainly on biology and chemistry. As you can see, the students scored less in Logic, Math, and Physics, as they were focused more on Biology and Chemistry, scoring a lot of points there, but in response, a bit fewer points in the other section as they decided to neglect the other sections. Luckily, they have a score high enough to enter in some universities as a European candidate, but if they weren’t, they would have had no choice but to also practice math, physics, and probability for the logic section.
IMAT 2024 Score Student #2 (European)
The next student (above) is another one of my students. He is fresh out of high school, so he decided as he remembers math and physics, to focus on bio and chem but also brush on the main repetitive common math and physics topics that I recommended him to study (during my class) So as you can see, his result is really similar to student #1, but he also secured his sit 100% by scoring some more points in math and physics, seems to be around 7 correct answers, and he skipped the rest.
IMAT 2024 Score Student #3 (Non-European)
The example above is an example of another one of my course students, but he is Non-European, therefore for IMAT 2024 he studied math and physics really well, as you can see the student scored similar to the previous student, but a lot more in the math and physics section, as well as logic which was heavy in math!
What Can We Take From It For IMAT 2025?
Based on the IMAT 2024 results, here are a few key takeaways for students preparing for the IMAT 2025:
- IMAT 2024 was much easier, and it’s likely that IMAT 2025 will follow the same trend. This year’s exam felt less polished, and it seems the Italians didn’t put much effort into crafting the questions—perhaps due to their limited experience or weaker English compared to Cambridge. Many questions were so simple that they could be solved within seconds.
- The cut-off scores for IMAT 2025 could rise even further. If the Italians continue writing the exam instead of hiring professionals who specialize in science-based exams, we might continue to see poorly phrased or overly simplified questions. While that’s frustrating, it’s an advantage for well-prepared students. Many of my students found IMAT 2024 to be a breeze, as long as they were well-prepared.
- For IMAT 2025 preparation, you can continue using my study planner available on my website. I will also be releasing new free and paid study materials soon, specifically updated for IMAT 2024 trends. Stay updated, and feel free to reach out to me via the live chat on this website whenever you need help. I’m here to make your IMAT preparation as easy and affordable as possible.
- Whether you’re an EU or Non-EU candidate, it’s now clear that math and physics are going to be critical. Most students will score highly in biology and chemistry because those questions are relatively easy. However, the real differentiator will be the math and physics sections, so be sure to focus your efforts on these subjects if you want to secure a seat.
