← Compare countries

Country guide

🇮🇹 Study in Italy

Strong in arts, engineering, business. Safety safe (10/100).

Italy is a relatively settled destination for international students, where living costs run about €700–€1500 a month. Its academic strengths sit in arts, engineering, business. Graduates get a post-study work window of around 12 months. Acceptance sits near 65%, and student visas process in around 30 days. Scholarship routes exist for eligible students.

Key facts · Italy

Monthly cost
€700–1500
Acceptance rate
65%
Visa processing
~30d
Work visa
12 mo
QS rank (best)
#111
Scholarships
Yes

Official languages: it · sources: Frankfurter/ECB (USD/EUR), UK FCDO Travel Advice (GOV.UK), Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Figures are indicative estimates from the Meridian dataset — not official guidance. Always confirm current requirements on the official source before you decide.

Keep exploring