Study in Italy
Historic universities, affordable tuition, design & arts hub
Tuition
From €900/yr
Intakes
Sep · Feb
Post-study
12 months post-study
Living
€700–1,100 / month approx.
Why study here
Why students choose Italy
Italy is home to some of the oldest universities in the world — and some of the most affordable public tuition in Europe. From engineering and architecture in Milan to design and fashion in Florence, students get a world-class education in one of the most beautiful countries on earth.
Affordable public tuition
Public universities from around €900 per year for many programmes.
Design & arts capital
Fashion, architecture and design schools with global reputation.
Historic universities
Bologna (1088) is the oldest university in the Western world.
Food & lifestyle
A rich cultural and social life at a very reasonable cost.
Language
Most degrees are in Italian; English-taught options are growing. Basic Italian helps with daily life and part-time work.
Universities
Popular universities in Italy
We guide applications to public and private universities across the country — this is a starting point, not a limit.
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome
University of Bologna
Bologna
Politecnico di Milano
Milan
University of Padua
Padua
Programmes
Popular courses
English-taught and local-language programmes we place students into most often.
Visa & costs
What it takes to get there
Visa pathway
Schengen Type-D student visa; university registration and financial proof required. IELTS 5.5–6.5 for English-taught degrees.
Tuition
From €900/yr at public universities. We compare institutions to match your budget.
Cost of living
€700–1,100 / month approx. including rent, food and transport. Part-time work is allowed on a student visa in Italy.
Your journey
Your path to Italy
A clear, step-by-step process from your first call to your first day of class.
01 Profile check
We assess your academics, budget and goals for free.
02 Apply & offer
Shortlist universities, apply and secure your admission.
03 Visa & documents
SOP, financials and visa filing — handled end to end.
04 Fly & settle
Pre-departure briefing, accommodation and airport pickup.
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Book a free counselling session — we'll map your profile to universities, tuition and visa timelines in Italy.