Study in Italy
90+ universities, 500+ English-taught programmes and a 98.23% visa success rate. Income-based ISEE assessment can reduce public tuition close to zero.
Top universities
| University | QS 2026 | Tuition / year |
|---|---|---|
| Politecnico di Milano | 98 | €3,000–€4,000 |
| Sapienza Rome | 128 | €800–€3,000 |
| Bologna | 138 | €0–€3,000 |
| Padova | 219 | €1,000–€2,600 |
| Politecnico di Torino | 242 | €1,000–€3,500 |
| Milan | 276 | €900–€3,900 |
| Pisa | 343 | €900–€2,400 |
| Florence | 404 | €900–€2,400 |
Programmes and what they cost
Non-EU rates. Public and private institutions are priced very differently — check which one you are looking at.
| Route | Tuition | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Masters (Laurea Magistrale)CGPA 7.5 or 55–60%. Over 500 English-taught masters. | €900–€4,000 public · near zero with ISEE | 2 years · 120 ECTS |
| MBASDA Bocconi, MIP Politecnico and LUISS lead. Several public options need no GMAT. | €0–€2,000 at public universities · €17,500–€72,000 at business schools | 12 months |
| Bachelors | €900–€4,000 public | 3 years |
Costs, visa and rules
Visa and permits
After you arriveApply for the Permesso di Soggiorno within 8 days of arrival — €50–€80 plus a €16 stamp.
How to apply, step by step
- 1Pre-enrol on Universitaly
The university issues the Nulla Osta authorisation, which is what unlocks your visa appointment.
- 2Legalise your documents
MEA apostille, then either a CIMEA statement or a Declaration of Value from the Italian consulate.
- 3Meet the English bar
IELTS 6.0–6.5 or TOEFL 85–100. A Medium of Instruction letter is often accepted.
- 4File your ISEE Parificato
This is the lever that matters. Below €13,000 can mean a 100% fee reduction plus a full DSU grant of up to €7,910 a year, with housing and meals on top.
- 5Target the right intake
September takes about 80% of admissions; February handles the rest.
Working and staying on
12-month job-search permit
After 5 years, or 3 on an EU Blue Card.
What to know before you apply
Pre-enrolment runs through the Universitaly portal and produces the Nulla Osta authorisation before your visa appointment.
Indian documents need MEA apostille, plus CIMEA verification or a Declaration of Value from the Italian consulate.
ISEE Parificato below €13,000 can mean up to a 100% fee reduction plus a full DSU grant.
Apply for your Permesso di Soggiorno within 8 days of arrival — €50–€80 plus a €16 stamp.
Scholarships
Other destinations
Applying for the next intake?
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