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Study in Italy

Affordable public universities from €900 a year, income-based fee reductions, 30+ QS-ranked institutions, and a 12-month post-study job-seeking permit — all in one of Europe's most culturally rich destinations.

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30+
Universities in QS World
€900–€4,000
Public tuition / year
20 hrs/wk
Part-time work allowed
12 months
Post-study job-seeking permit
Why Italy

Six reasons students choose Italy

Affordable public tuition

Public university fees range from €900 to €4,000 per year, with income-based reductions that can lower them further.

World-renowned universities

Politecnico di Milano, University of Bologna, and Sapienza Rome rank among the global top 150 in QS World Rankings.

Work while you study

International students can work up to 20 hours per week during term and full-time during holidays.

12-month job-seeking permit

Graduates receive a 12-month residence permit to find work, with permit conversion exempt from annual work quotas.

Government scholarships

Italian Government Scholarships and regional DSU grants support international students based on merit and financial need.

Cultural heritage capital

Rome, Milan, Florence, Bologna — study in cities with centuries of art, design, and innovation in the Schengen area.

Cost of studying

What it costs per year

Indicative ranges in euros — your counsellor builds a precise budget for your city and course.

ExpenseWhat's includedPer year
Tuition (public)Income-based fees at state universities€900–€4,000
Tuition (private)Private universities like Bocconi, LUISS€6,000–€25,000
AccommodationStudent residence or shared flat€3,000–€7,200
Living & foodGroceries, transport, daily life€3,600–€6,000
Health insurancePrivate or Italian SSN registration€200–€700
Financial proofMinimum funds for student visa (~€467/month)~€6,000
Where you could study

A few of our Italy partner universities

Politecnico di Milano
Milan · QS World Top 120
University of Bologna
Bologna · QS World Top 150
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome · QS World Top 135
University of Padua
Padua · QS World Top 220
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Your student visa, handled

From offer to residence permit in 4 steps

01

Accept your offer

Confirm your place via the Universitaly portal and receive your official admission letter.

02

Prepare your finances

We help you gather proof of funds (~€467/month) and arrange health insurance.

03

Apply for Type D visa

We complete your long-stay student visa application at the Italian consulate.

04

Arrive & get your permit

We guide you through your Permesso di Soggiorno application within 8 days of arrival.

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