International student guide to Italy.
a historic study destination with respected public universities, specialist schools, and distinctive student cities.
Studying and finding housing in Italy
italy combines centuries of academic tradition with strong design, engineering, business, arts, and research programmes.
university residences and shared apartments vary by city; plan for codice fiscale, deposits, and local registration before arrival.
Explore student cities
Milan
3+ unisItaly’s leading business and design city with a deep international student community.
Rome
3+ unisa vast historic capital with multiple universities and distinct neighbourhood-based student life.
Bologna
3+ unisa classic university city where porticoes, cycling, and a dense student community shape daily life.
Padua
3+ unisa historic university city with a strong cycling culture and a student-first centre.
Turin
3+ unisa generous, elegant northern city with engineering, design, and research strengths.
Naples
3+ unisa lively southern city with a deep academic tradition and characterful neighbourhoods.
Start near your campus
University of Milan
65,000+ students
Politecnico di Milano
48,000+ students
Sapienza University of Rome
112,000+ students
University of Bologna
90,000+ students
University of Padua
60,000+ students
University of Turin
80,000+ students
University of Naples Federico II
80,000+ students
Plan the move, not just the room
Use these guides to prepare for visas, budgeting, arrival, and accommodation decisions before you fly to Italy.
Understanding Your 2026 Student Visa Financial Mechanics
Plan your document trail, financial seasoning periods and biometric appointments perfectly so you do not miss your intake date.
How To Structure Your Cash Flow As An International Student
Build an ironclad monthly plan for rent, food, transport and emergencies.
How To Identify And Avoid Rental Fraud Syndicates
The rental market is full of sophisticated operators preying on international students. Learn the warning signs.
Your First Week Playbook Registration And Survival
Know exactly what to do after landing to clear your admin backlog and settle into your new city.
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