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Italy
Heritage · Design · Affordable EU
Success
93%
Tuition
€1-5k
Living
€10-13k
PR
EU long-term resident
Work
20h/wk
Why Italy
Why Italy combines world heritage with modern education?
Italy is home to some of the world's oldest universities including the University of Bologna (1088), as well as global leaders in design, fashion, automotive and architecture.
Italian public universities offer affordable tuition with EU recognition, plus access to scholarships and tuition waivers based on family income (ISEE).
International students get a 12-month job-search residence permit after graduation and clear pathways to EU long-term residence.
Universities & Colleges
Top Universities & Colleges in Italy
Italy has 97 universities including state, private, polytechnic and specialized institutions.
11 of 11 institutions
university
University of Bologna
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
university
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Lazio
university
Politecnico di Milano
Milan, Lombardy
university
Politecnico di Torino
Turin, Piedmont
university
Bocconi University
Milan, Lombardy
university
University of Padua
Padua, Veneto
university
University of Milan
Milan, Lombardy
university
University of Florence
Florence, Tuscany
university
Ca' Foscari University
Venice, Veneto
college
Domus Academy
Milan, Lombardy
college
Istituto Marangoni
Milan, Lombardy
Programs
Programs in Italy
Fashion & Design Architecture Engineering Medicine MBA & Business Culinary Arts Automotive Engineering Art History Tourism Management
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees in Italy
Public Universities
€900 – 4,000 / year
Private Universities
€6,000 – 20,000 / year
MBA / Specialized Schools
€15,000 – 35,000 / year
Cost of Living
Living Cost in Italy
Accommodation
€300 – 900 / month
Food & Groceries
€200 – 350 / month
Transportation
€30 – 60 / month
Utilities & Internet
€80 – 150 / month
Miscellaneous
€100 – 200 / month
Scholarships
Scholarships in Italy
Italian Government Scholarship
DSU Regional Scholarships
University Merit Awards
EDISU Bursaries
Invest Your Talent in Italy
Student Visa
Student Visa Process for Italy
Non-EU students apply for a Type D National Visa for Studies.
1
Pre-enrollment via Universitaly
2
Admission Letter
3
Visa Application
4
Document Submission
5
Visa Interview
6
Visa Decision
7
Travel
8
Apply for Residence Permit
Required Documents
Valid Passport
Admission Letter
Universitaly Pre-enrollment
Financial Proof (€7,000+)
Accommodation Proof
Health Insurance
Academic Documents
Photographs
Work Opportunities
Work Opportunities in Italy
Benefits for International Students
20 hours/week during term
Full-time during breaks (1,040 hours/year)
12-month job-search residence permit
EU long-term residency pathway
In-Demand Industries
Fashion & LuxuryAutomotiveDesignTourism & HospitalityEngineeringFood & Wine
PR Pathways
PR Opportunities in Italy
Job-Search Residence Permit
Work Visa (Decreto Flussi)
EU Blue Card
Long-Term EU Resident (5 yrs)
Our Services
Our Italy Study Abroad Services
Free Profile Assessment
University & College Selection
Admission Application Support
SOP & Visa Guidance
Scholarship Assistance
Financial Documentation Guidance
Visa Filing Support
PR / Stay-Back Pathway Guidance
Pre-Departure Assistance
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