What if we told you that you could study in one of the world’s most iconic countries for a fraction of the cost elsewhere? Italy’s public universities aren’t just old (some date back to the 11th century!), they’re world-class, research-driven, and ridiculously affordable. Oh, and did we mention you get to live where pizza, pasta, and espresso were born?
Low Tuition, High Reward
Study for as low as €500 per year
Globally Recognized Public Universities
Top-tier education at a budget price!
Work While You Study
Earn while you soak up la dolce vita!
Post-Study Work Visa
Stay back for up to 12 months after graduation!
The Ultimate Student Life
Art, fashion, history, and yes… unlimited gelato!
Italy is not just a country, it’s an experience—and so are its universities!
- Tech, Design & Business Hubs:
- Politecnico di Torino – If engineering had a VIP lounge, this would be it!
- Ca' Foscari University of Venice – Business and languages in the city of gondolas!
- Università degli Studi di Trento – A playground for tech nerds & innovators!
Politecnico di Milano
Where the future engineers & designers are born!
University of Bologna
The world’s OLDEST university (est. 1088!), but still killing it!
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome wasn’t built in a day, but your career can start here!
University of Milan
Where medicine, law, and business meet espresso & elegance!
University of Padua
Galileo studied here, so yeah… it's kinda legendary.
University of Turin
Business, finance, and social sciences with Alpine views!
University of Florence
Because why just study art when you can live in it?
University of Naples Federico II
Named after a king, producing legends!
Italy isn’t just about delicious carbs—it’s got degrees for everyone!
Business & Management
Learn from the land of luxury brands & family empires!
Engineering & Tech
Because Ferrari, Lamborghini & Leonardo da Vinci weren’t a fluke!
Fashion & Design
Milan is THE fashion capital. Enough said.
Architecture & Arts
Forget textbooks, just step outside and look around!
Medicine & Health Sciences
Italy’s medical schools = budget-friendly & top-tier!
Forget student loans the size of Mount Vesuvius! 🌋 Italy’s public universities are insanely affordable.
Tuition Fees
€500–€3,500 per year
(yep, that’s real!)
Accommodation
€250–€700 per month
(cheaper in smaller cities!)
Food
€150–€300 per month
(pasta is your new best friend!)
Transport
€25–€50 per month
(student discounts FTW!)
Italy LOVES international students and hands out some crazy-good scholarships!
Italian Government Scholarships
Covers tuition AND gives you a stipend!
Erasmus+ Program
Because who wouldn’t want to study across Europe?
Regional Scholarships
Extra cash based on income or merit!
Invest Your Talent in Italy
For brilliant students who wanna work in Italy!
Italy offers two major intakes:
Fall Intake (September/October)
The BIGGEST wave with most courses!
Spring Intake (January/February)
A smaller batch, but still plenty of options!
PS: Some universities have rolling admissions, so check before you miss out!
Work While Studying
Up to 20 hours per week (and yes, internships too!)
Post-Study Work Visa
Stay up to 12 months to find a job or start your business!
Permanent Residency
Work in Italy for a few years and apply for PR!
Italians don’t just live—they thrive. And so will you!
- Foodie Heaven – Pizza, pasta, tiramisu, repeat!
- Culture Overload – Michelangelo, opera, and medieval castles, all in your backyard!
- Travel Goals – Weekend trips to Venice, Rome, or the Amalfi Coast? Yes, please!
- Football Fever – Whether you support Milan, Juventus, or Roma, football is life!
- Fashion Capital – You’ll level up your wardrobe just by walking the streets!
