Study in Italy

Italy offers unique pathways — including English-taught medicine in the public framework — with exam-aligned timelines.

We support you in choosing the right program, university, and application steps — with updated information based on university and embassy policies.

• Medicine in English (where applicable) with a competitive public-university fee framework.
• Historic universities and globally recognised degrees.

• Entrance exams apply for some routes (e.g., IMAT for Medicine where applicable).
• Program requirements depend on university and intake.

• Scholarship / public support may be available for eligible students (program dependent).
• Rich cultural and academic environment.

• English-taught MD Medicine under the public framework can be far more affordable than similar routes elsewhere — with proper preparation.
• IMAT is one exam that opens multiple English-taught Medicine options; we guide registration and timelines through official channels.
• CISIA CEnT-S may be required for some English-taught STEM routes — we confirm based on your exact program.
• With UNIcamp S: IMAT and CEnT-S preparation support (materials/courses) when your route requires it — based on your level and schedule.

• University of Bologna
• Sapienza University of Rome
• Politecnico di Milano

Indicative tuition

Foundation year: approx. €4,000–€7,500/year. Bachelor after foundation or direct entry: approx. €200–€1,000/year (indicative; program dependent).

Duration

3 years (Bachelor), 2 years (Master) — program dependent

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