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🇮🇹 ItalyTuition €900–3,000/yr (public); €6,000–15,000/yr (private)2026
Cost of Studying in Italy (2026)
Tuition €900–3,000/yr (public); €6,000–15,000/yr (private) · Living €700–1,100/month outside Milan; €1,200–1,600/month in Milan. A full breakdown of fees, living costs, scholarships, loans and post-study earnings.
▶ Free cost & loan calculatorAnnual cost breakdown
- Tuition (international): €900–3,000/yr (public); €6,000–15,000/yr (private)
- Living costs: €700–1,100/month outside Milan; €1,200–1,600/month in Milan (rent, food, transport, insurance)
- Visa & one-off setup: varies — include flights, deposits and proof of funds
- Part-time work: typically allowed ~20 hours/week to offset living costs
How to lower the cost
- Scholarships: merit and need-based awards — use the free Scholarship Finder.
- Education loans: compare 10 lenders and estimate EMI in the Loans & Costs tool.
- Choose by ROI: Italy offers Residence visa post-graduation; eligible for visa extension to seek employment (typically 12 months); model payback with the Cost & ROI calculator.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to study in Italy?
- Budget roughly €900–3,000/yr (public); €6,000–15,000/yr (private) tuition plus €700–1,100/month outside Milan; €1,200–1,600/month in Milan living per year. Scholarships, education loans and part-time work reduce the net cost.
- Can I work part-time while studying in Italy?
- Yes — most student visas allow around 20 hours/week in term time, which helps with living costs.
- Is studying in Italy worth it?
- Italy offers Residence visa post-graduation; eligible for visa extension to seek employment (typically 12 months) and a PR timeline of Permanent residency after 10 years legal residence; EU citizens with 5 years, so strong graduates often recover costs within a few years. Use the free ROI calculator to model your payback.