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6 reasons to study in Italy
Italian universities are among the top-100 best universities, according to the QS World University Rankings
Applied education and modern programs. You can put your knowledge into practice while still studying
Rich culture, mild climate, and delicious cuisine
Total immersion in the language environment – acquire and/or improve your Italian language skills
International students can work for up to 20 hours a week
Free education for international students whose monthly income is lower than the ISEE standards
The most generous scholarship in Italy
Diritto allo Studio Universitario – regional scholarship. Issued based on family income. Most students from Russia and the CIS can apply, as it applies to students with an income of up to € 24,335.11 per year.
Scholarship Information:
Regional scholarship. Issued based on family income. Most students from Russia and the CIS can apply, as it applies to students with an income of up to € 24,335.11 per year.
It is necessary to apply annually for a DSU scholarship, and also to show good academic performance, receiving the required number of credits.
Peculiarities:
You can receive up to € 7,000 depending on the region and the “poverty category” awarded
Food vouchers in the student cafeteria
The amount depends on family income
Deadlines:
- from July-June to August-September
- Please visit the original websites of universities to for more details on deadlines and requirements
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Areas of study
Italy is considered the perfect country for studying Fashion and Design.
- Design & Fashion
- Stage & Set Design
- Fashion Management
- Interior Design
- Graphic Design
- Interactive Design
- Image Consulting
- Advertising Design
- Automobile Design
- Media Design
- Accessory Design
- Brand Management
- Landscape Design
- Architecture
Language requirements
Universities teach both in Italian (B2 level proved by CILS or CELI exams) and English. It’s worth noting that the majority of English-taught programs are Master’s programs in Economics, Business, and creative subjects.
Living costs
The average cost of living in Italy is around €700-1,000 per month. This includes living expenses, food, public transport, traveling within Italy, and pocket money.
City by city:
Bologna: €750-1,100
Florence: €850-1,300
Milan and Rome: €850-1,450
Average accomodation costs:
If you rent yourself: €400-700
If you live in university accommodation: €250-300
If you rent a flat with others: €250-500
Food expenses: €150-200 per month
Transport expenses: €25-46 per month
Scholarship opportunities
International students can get a scholarship based on their academic and professional merit or financial needs. Here are some scholarships:
- Bocconi Undergraduate Merit Awards (University of Bocconi) – covers tuition and sometimes cost of living
- EDISU Piemonte Scholarships (one of the universities in Piedmont (The Politecnico of Torino, the University of Torino, the University of Eastern Piedmont, etc) – may go as far as total coverage for tuition and living
- Bologna University Study Grants for International Students (University of Bologna) – can go as far as fully covering tuition + a grant of €11,059
- Politecnico di Milano Merit-Based Scholarships for International Students – fully covers tuition and may also provide a yearly stipend of €5,000-10,000
- Universita Cattolica International Scholarships – one-time payment of €5,750
- Scuola Normale Superiore PhD Scholarships – fully covers tuition and living expenses
The Italian government also offers grants to foreign students. The grant may cover tuition costs, medical insurance, and a monthly payment of €900.
Student visa procedures
Before you apply for a student visa, you’ll need to provide a certificate that confirms and legalizes your degree in Italy (dichiarazione di valore “in loco”). This certificate is issued by the Department of Legalization at the Consulate or Embassy of Italy.
Once you have a student visa and a student residence permit, you can work for up to 20 hours per week. After you graduate, you’ll have an orientation year during which you can stay in the country and look for a job.
Tuition fees
Italy strives to make education affordable to everyone, no matter of their income or citizenship. State universities in Italy set tuition fees based on the ISEE — a criterion to evaluate financial situation of students and their families. The lower the ISEE a student has, the less they pay for tuition (can be absolutely free).
However, some universities set fixed tuition fees for foreign students (€700-1,000).
International students can also apply for the DSU scholarship that may be as high as €5,400 per year. The amount is calculated based on the ISEE.
Moreover, based on the ISEE, students can live in student accommodation for free, get free meals, work, and get various discounts from universities and regional organizations.
We help our clients roughly calculate the ISEE, help you prepare financial statements and other supporting documents, and support you all the way. The success rate of getting a scholarship among our clients is 93%.
University application deadlines
Most Italian universities accept applications between mid-April and the end of May.
It takes about 3 months to prepare your university application, supporting documents and submit everything. We highly recommend starting the preparation process 12-18 months before deadlines.
University application requirements
- Language proficiency certificate in either Italian or English
- Certificate for previous university/school studies
- Entrance exams are required for certain programs (e.g. IMAT for medical programs)
- Motivational letter
- 2-3 recommendation letters
- Portfolio (if you apply for programs in creative areas)
What universities in Italy are the best for international students?
There is a big number of international students at these universities:
- University of Bologna
- Sapienza University of Rome
- University of Padua
- International School for Advanced Studies
- University of Milan
- University of Pisa
- University of Naples Federico II
- University of Turin
- Scuola Normale Superiore di Pisa
- University of Trento
- University of Florence
- Tor Vergata University of Rome
- University of Pavia
- University of Genoa
- University of Milan — Bicocca
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Jeanne
The client contacted us in April 2021. Applications to universities were submitted in May, and offers were received in mid-July.
Jeanne graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism in Moscow with honors. The client confirmed her knowledge of English at the B2 level with IELTS 5.5 certificate.
Gain admission in Europe for a journalism, public relations or related in English-language program.
What was done
The student was offered to apply to Italy, where there is an opportunity to receive a regional scholarship with full or partial coverage. English-language programs were selected and packages of documents were submitted to 5 universities.
Result
A student entered the Università degli studi di Milano for the Public and Corporate Communication program with a DSU scholarship in the amount of 2113 €.
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Ilya
The client contacted us at the end of November last year, and received an offer at the end of January. The beginning of training in the fall of this year.
Incomplete bachelor’s degree, average score 4. Level of English C1-C2. He did not take part in volunteer programs, but participated with the team in various web / mobile hackathons. Winner of the hackathon in the Business Lab Platform case. Currently developing his own startup. Previously, he did not study abroad.
The purpose of education is immigration, studying at a master’s business program in Canada.
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The student chose the Full Support service, which means that the expert advisor selected the most suitable programs, helped to collect documents, write motivation letters, and apply to universities.
Result
The student received an offer to study at Fanshawe college under the Business program in London, Ontario.
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Ravan
The client contacted us in early March 2021. University applications were submitted in late March, and the first offer was received as early as April.
Ravan was about to graduate from high school.
— GPA 4.5;
— C1 level in English;
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Novruzlu had the following goals:
— to study in Austria or the Netherlands;
— to study in English, and it was a key factor in choosing a study program;
— to study Business Administration or Business Management.
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Result
The client got an offer from the University of Klagenfurt for a bachelor’s program in International Business & Economics. The program duration is 6 semesters, and the tuition fee is € 1453,44 per year.
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Sofia
The client contacted us in early April to get support in applying to universities in Europe and received her first offer already in June.
Sofia got her bachelor’s degree in Logistics & Supply Management and had 1,5 years of work experience.
— GPA 7.83;
— B2 level in English;
— A2 level in German;
— IELTS 6.5.
— participated in the exchange program in Germany.
Sofia had the following goals:
— to study in a 1-year master’s program in a field similar to Logistics at a top university;
— to move to Germany and live there permanently.
What was done
The client initially considered applying to several countries — Germany, Italy, and France. Our advisor gave her recommendations on what country would suit her future aspirations best and made a selection of 1-year English-taught study programs within the field of her interest at top universities. The advisor also helped prepare all documents and submit them on time.
Result
The client received 2 offers from German universities and chose to study at the University of Dresden.
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