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Home to the World’s Oldest University
The University of Bologna, founded in 1088, leads a rich tradition of academic excellence - with 3 Italian universities in the global top 200 (QS 2026).
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Study in Italy
Gain internationally recognised degrees and unlock global career pathways
Why Italy
Why Italy?
From the University of Bologna (the world’s oldest) to Politecnico di Milano, Italy blends centuries of academic tradition with cutting-edge research - at tuition fees that make it...
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Tuition Fees from Just €1,000/Year
Public Italian universities charge non-EU students €1,000–€4,000/year - among the lowest in Western Europe.
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Global Capital of Art, Design & Fashion
Study fashion at Polimoda or design at IED Rome - Italy leads the world in creative arts education.
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Work Up to 20 Hours Per Week
International students in Italy can work up to 20 hours per week on a valid student visa.
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Gateway to the EU and Schengen Zone
An Italian student visa gives access to all 26 Schengen countries - explore Europe from your campus doorstep.
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Leading European Research in Science & Engineering
Politecnico di Milano and Politecnico di Torino rank in the global top 150 for Engineering (QS 2026).
Top Courses
Top Courses to Study in Italy
University of Cassino and Southern Lazio
06 Top Courses
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Master's
MA Fashion Buying and Merchandising
Istituto Marangoni - Italy
2 Years
Master's
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Master's
MSc Mechanical Engineering
University of Cassino and Southern Lazio
2 Years
Master's
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Master's
Masters Communication Design
The Polytechnic University of Milan
2 Years
Master's
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Master's
Masters International Relations and Organizations
University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli
2 Years
Master's
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Master's
Masters Human Resources Management
Guglielmo Marconi University
1 Year
Master's
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Bachelor's
BA Computer and Information Science
John Cabot University
4 Years
Bachelor's
Intakes
Intakes in Italy 2026-27
Italian universities typically offer two intakes per year aligned with the European academic calendar - September/October and February/March. The autumn intake is the primary and most widely...
Intakes in Italy 2026-27
Intakes in Italy 2026-27
Italian universities typically offer two intakes per year aligned with the European academic calendar - September/October and February/March. The autumn intake...
Primary Intake
Autumn / Fall Intake
September – October 2026 —
Application Opening Soon
Spring Intake
February – March 2027
Plan Ahead
Autumn / Fall Intake
September – October 2027
Costs
Cost of Studying in Italy
Tuition fees and living costs vary by institution, location, and program. Use this as a planning guide.
Program Level
MBA (Bocconi, SDA, PhD / Doctoral Fully funded (with monthly stipend ~€1,200) * Many top Italian public universities offer sliding-scale tuition based on family income - even non-EU students may qualify for reductions.
Public University (UG)
€1,000 - €4,000
Public University (Master's / PG)
€1,500 - €5,000
Private University (UG & PG)
€5,000 - €20,000
MIP Politecnico)
€20,000 - €50,000
Average Monthly Living Costs
Milan
€1,000 - €1,600 / month
Rome
€900 - €1,400 / month
Bologna
€800 - €1,200 / month
Turin
€750 - €1,100 / month
Naples
€650 - €1,000 / month
Florence
€800 - €1,200 / month