Italy
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Study in Italy

Art, history, and world-class education in the cradle of the Renaissance

Why study in Italy?

Some of the oldest universities in the world (Bologna, founded 1088)
Low tuition fees at public universities
World-renowned for fashion, design, and architecture
Excellent food culture and quality of life
1-year post-study residence permit

Top universities

Politecnico di Milano#111 World
University of Bologna
Sapienza University of Rome
University of Milan
Bocconi University

Popular courses

Fashion & DesignArchitectureEngineeringBusinessArt History

Cost breakdown

Tuition (Public)€900 – €4,000/year
Tuition (Private)€5,000 – €25,000/year
Living Expenses€8,000 – €12,000/year
Accommodation€300 – €700/month

Visa process

1

Get Admission

Receive acceptance from an Italian university

2

Apply for Visa

Submit Type D student visa at Italian embassy

3

Documents

Financial proof, insurance, accommodation, Italian translation of documents

4

Permit of Stay

Apply for permesso di soggiorno within 8 days of arrival

Work opportunities

Students can work up to 20 hours/week. 1-year post-study attesa occupazione permit for job search.

PR pathways

Work permit → EU long-term residence permit after 5 years of legal residence.

Ready to study in Italy?

Intakes: September, February