Procedure for enrolling foreigners in universities in Italy
Although there is an official procedure for enrolling foreign citizens in Italian universities, the admissions committee considers each application submitted separately, and sometimes may take into account prevailing circumstances and deviate from the rules.
Without any problems, the following are enrolled in Italian universities:
- Italian citizens.
- EU citizens (where it is easier to obtain citizenship in the European Union can be found by following this link).
- Citizens of countries that are not members of the EU, but are considered equivalent to this community, and these are:
- Principality of Liechtenstein;
- Monaco;
- Switzerland.
- Applicants with dual citizenship, one of which belongs to an EU country.
- People who are not EU citizens but have one of the residence permits in Italy, such as:
- for family reasons;
- work permit;
- political or other type of protection;
- for religious reasons;
- refugee from places of environmental or political disaster;
- for an act of civil value for Italy.
- Individuals who do not have EU citizenship, but have legally resided in Italy for at least one year and have sufficient qualifications (secondary education) to study at a university.
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Study in Italy: secondary education
Schoolchildren receive secondary education in private boarding schools or international colleges. Children spend 5 years in primary school: they study subjects such as mathematics, reading, writing, drawing, and music. During this period, children from abroad adapt to the new environment. In the middle classes, children study until the age of 14 and study subjects such as Italian, geography, art, music, and at the end of this stage, students also face exams and a certificate of secondary education. After graduating from school, the preparatory stage begins for admission to universities, which can be completed in several types of lyceums: classical, technical lyceum, natural sciences.
Rating of the best private schools:
- Gentium Schola Opitergium
- St. Stephen's School
- St Louis School Milan
- International School of Milan
- International School of Como.
Why go to study in Italy
There are restless people in whom the spirit of a traveler has been sitting since birth, forcing them to leave their homeland under various pretexts (such as work or study). Some people mistakenly believe that studying at a European school or university, in particular an Italian one, is easier than studying in a Russian one.
This is a wrong opinion! The quotation of Italian universities is high. For example, some of the best economic universities in Europe are located:
- Bologna;
- Padua;
- Siena;
- Milan (Bocconi University);
- Venice.
For those eager to receive the best design and architectural education by world standards, rating centers recommend enrolling in:
- To the Politecnico di Milano;
- Venice Institute of Architecture;
- Roma Tre University in Rome;
- European Institute of Design, which has branches in many cities in Italy.
- University of Trieste.
Below you can watch a video about the structure of the Politecnico di Milano
You can learn about education and training in Italy by following this link.
How to apply for a master's degree in Italy
For a master's degree in Italy, you need 15 years of previous education, so everything fits perfectly with the education system in the CIS, and you don't need to worry about anything, just feel free to attach a bachelor's or specialist's diploma received in your country to your application.
What documents are needed to enroll in a master's program in Italy?
- Diploma with an apostille and certification by the Italian consulate (some universities also ask for a certificate).
- Knowledge of the language of instruction of the program at level B2, which is confirmed in the same way as for admission to a bachelor’s degree.
- Motivation letter.
- Resume (CV).
- Letters of recommendation.
- Description of the subjects you studied at your previous university.
- Some additional documents requested by the university and forms of which you can find on the website.
- You may need to provide a GMAT, GRE or portfolio certificate to determine the level of your professional knowledge and skills.
Cost of education
The cost of studying at public universities in Italy ranges from five thousand to 3.5 thousand euros per year. If we talk about private higher educational institutions, then the fees there are close to plus infinity.
There is another good news - in Italy, the awarding of scholarships to successful students is encouraged (the more scholarships a university pays, the higher its place in the Censis ranking).
In addition, universities in Italy provide financial assistance to low-income students, both Italians and foreigners. Moreover, it does not matter whether the foreigner is an EU citizen or not.
Employment after study
Foreign, including Russian, students from Moscow and other Russian cities can study in Italy, both in Italian and in English. Moreover, the bulk of master's programs are taught in English.
You can learn about applying for a student visa to Italy by following this link.
After graduation, all foreigners are given a year during which they can find work in Italy and automatically exchange their study residence permit for a work permit.
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You can find out about internships in Italy by following this link.
Medical higher education
Medical universities in Italy are considered among the best in Europe - it is not surprising that the flow of foreign applicants who dream of studying here does not dry out.
Top Medical Universities
| University | Description |
| University of Milan | This public university is considered one of the best among both public and private universities in the country. A higher school for training doctors operates on the basis of this university. The university's medical faculty is the best in the country. This “university” is the only one in Italy accepted into the European League of Research Universities. |
| University of Bologna | The University of Bologna is one of the most beloved by foreign, including Russian, students. The university offers grants to successful students that can reach up to 11,000 euros. In addition, excellent students are exempt from university tuition fees for one or more years. |
| Sapienza University of Rome | This educational institution is already seven centuries old. This is one of the most prestigious universities in Europe. |
| University of Padua | The university was opened in the 13th century, during the Venetian Republic. In the 15th century, this higher school was considered the main educational center of Italy. The university's motto is Universa universis patavina libertas, which in Latin means “Freedom for all!” |
| University of Turin | Medicine has been studied at this university since the 15th century. Here is one of the strongest medical (surgical) faculties in Italy, offering its students 29 different specializations and a large selection of master's degrees. |
| University of Florence | The oldest university in Italy, with an urban campus. The university is included in the 5% group of world universities with the highest rating. The university has been known since 1321. |
| Catholic University Sacro Cuore | The largest private university located in Milan. The training of future doctors is conducted by doctors of science. The interdisciplinary approach to teaching and the early involvement of students in patient care deserve special attention. |
| University of Naples Federico II | Founded in 1224 by Emperor Frederick II, against the will of the Pope. In gratitude for his perseverance and courage, the university “put” the image of Frederick the Second on the university seal. |
| University of Pisa | The educational institution was founded in 1343. The university does not have a campus. University buildings are scattered throughout the city. |
| University of Pavia | Founded in 1361. Large educational institution with an amazing library. The university has permanent membership in many academic associations, such as the EUA. |
| University of Milan Bicocca | State university founded at the end of the twentieth century. Despite the high quality of education, this is one of the cheapest universities in Europe. Most students pay only 156 euros per year. |
| University of Verona | The university in the city of Romeo and Juliet is only 37 years old, but it has already managed to declare itself as one of the best higher education institutions. institutions of the country. In 2014, according to the newspaper Il Sole 24 Ore, the university was named the best in Italy. |
| University of Genoa | One of the most prestigious universities in Italy is located on the seashore in beautiful Genoa - the center of the province of the same name. The university itself dates back to the theological college, opened in 1471. Very quickly, just a year later, medicine was added to theology. After which the college began to develop at a rapid pace, and soon turned into a university. |
| University of Perugia | One of two universities in Italy that cater exclusively to foreign students. The university began with simple courses on studying the native land, opened in 1092 by a local lawyer. |
| University of Bari | A state university established in 1925, located in the city under the patronage of St. Nicholas the Pleasant, this university is very popular among Orthodox applicants from Eastern Europe, and, of course, among young people from Puglia. |
| University of Siena | Another university focused on teaching foreigners. Year of foundation 1240. The uniqueness of the university is that it actively attracts foreign teachers to cooperation. |
| University of Modena | State university founded in 1175. The main administrative building is located in Modena. The territory of the university is arranged like a campus. There are libraries and gyms that students use for free. |
| University of Reggio Emilia | Merged with the Medical University of Modena. |
The universities of Turin have produced Nobel laureates Salvador Luria, Renato Dulbecco and Rita Levi-Montalcini.
You can also watch the video below about the University of Bologna
Universities in Italy
Italian higher education consists of three stages: bachelor's, specialist's and doctoral degrees. Each university has its own requirements, establishing entrance tests or doing without them. Most students try to get a place in one of the most popular universities in the country.
Sapienza University of Rome (Sapienza Universita di Roma)
The university has been operating for more than seven hundred years. It is known all over the world and has great popularity, being considered in world rankings as the best Italian institution of higher education. The university enrolls one hundred fifteen thousand students, six percent of whom are foreign citizens.
University of Bologna (Universita di Bologna)
It is one of the oldest universities along with other European institutions. A large number of graduates become famous personalities in various fields of science and art. The higher education institution owns a huge library and fourteen large museums. Admission requirements are quite lenient.
University of Padova (Universita degli Studi di Padova)
The university, whose main building is located near the city of Padua, is one of the ten best higher education institutions and has great authority. Sixty-one thousand students study there, four percent of whom are foreigners. The university actively participates in student exchange programs.
University of Milan (Universita degli Studi di Milano)
It trains brilliant specialists in mathematical, engineering, and humanities fields. Popular faculties are art, medicine and business. Employers around the world are eager to hire graduates from the University of Milan. Students have the opportunity to live on the territory of the university building.
Milan Polytechnic Institute (Politecnico di Milano)
Thirty-one thousand students study at one of the best universities in the country. Fourteen percent of the students are foreign citizens. The institution's employees are implementing a distance learning program. The cost of education is considered low, in addition, students receive scholarships.
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Economic Education
The main economic universities in Italy providing first-class education:
| University | Description |
| University of Rome Tor Vergata | The university campus is located in the countryside, which creates an atmosphere of comfort and is conducive to study. The university itself is surrounded by a well-kept park. There is a convenient parking lot. The student canteen is more like a restaurant. The teaching staff is one of the best in Italy. |
| University of L'Aquila - Polo Economia | The university was rebuilt after the earthquake in 2009. All teaching systems and methods are modernized and are maximally adapted for quality student education. |
| University of Roma Tre - School of Economics and Business Studies. | An excellent modern university with the latest teaching methods. The classrooms are well equipped. Teachers constantly expand their knowledge at international seminars. |
In addition to the above universities, there are departments (faculties) of economics in such universities as:
- State University of Rome - address: Viale dell'Università, 36, 00185 Roma RM;
- University of Ancona - Piazzale Martelli, Via Villarey, 4, 60121 Ancona AN;
- University of Pisa – Via Cosimo Ridolfi, 10, 56124 Pisa PI;
- University of San Benedetto del Tronto – Via del Mare, 220, 63074 San Benedetto del Tronto AP;
- University of Ferrara – Via Ludovico Ariosto, 35 – 44121 Ferrara FR;
- University of Rome – Via Salaria, 113, 00198 Roma RM;
- University of Benevento – Rampa S. Barbato, 4, 82100 Benevento BN;
- University of Macerata - Piazza S. Vincenzo Maria Strambi, 1, 62100 Macerata MC;
- University of Foggia – Via Romolo Caggese, 1, 71121 Foggia FG;
- University of Naples – Naples Monte S. Angelo University Federico II;
- University of Bergamo – Via Salvecchio, 19, 24129 Bergamo BG;
- University of Macerata – Via Crescimbeni, 30/32 – 62100 Macerata MC.
