Italy has implemented a 3-cycle system consisting of the following:

• First Cycle:Bachelor’s degrees (3 years)
• Second Cycle: Master’s degrees (2 years)
• Third Cycle: Doctorate (5-6 years) 

Italy has 89 universities, which are divided into several categories:

• State universities:
  These are state funded public universities which comprises of most of the universities in Italy, particularly the larger universities.
  
  
• Other publicly funded universities:
  Funded by Province rather than state.
  
  
• Private universities:
  Non state funded.
  
  
• Superior Graduate Schools (Scuola Superiore Universitaria):
  These are independent institutions that offer advanced training and research courses specializing in postgraduate studies.

Universities in Italy for international students offer a wide spectrum of courses that can greatly boost your future career – 

• Art, Design & Media
• Business & Management
• Computer Science & IT
• Engineering & Technology
• Environment & Agriculture
• Humanities
• Law
• Medicine & Health
  
  Rome and Milan are the fashion capitals of the world. These are a couple of the most vibrant cities on earth when it comes to fashion and design. However, the courses offered in Italian universities are not just about fashion designing. There are courses for Digital Design like CAD, product design, interior design, and many more. If you are a fashion enthusiast, Italy must be on your list.

There are some opportunities to study for free in Italy, or for very low fees. Tuition fees at public universities are variable based on your household income. Depending on your personal situation, you could end up studying completely tuition-free, or paying next to nothing for your course.

• Colleges in Italy especially for bachelor’s degree and Masters Degree programme can charge tuition fees between (€6000-€9000) per year for state universities.
• Tuition fees in prestigious public universities in Italy can exceed 1,000 EUR/ year for International students.
• Private Universities can charge more from Non-EU International students and the average tuition fees can range between 6,000 to around 20,000 EUR/year.

Students studying in Italian universities and colleges can get admission through two intakes per year. 

• The first one begins in SEPTEMBER and lasts till January or February.
  
  
• The second commences in FEBRUARY and ends in July. 

English language tests –

• TOEFL iBT
• IELTS Academic
• PTE Academic

Students who can prove that English was the medium of instruction of their Bachelor’s degree (at least for three years) are exempted from providing any English language certification.

1. A valid passport
2. Two recent Passport size color photographs
3. Offer letter by the university or educational institution.
4. Letter certifying details of accommodations during course in Italy.
5. Proof of sufficient funds to cover the living expenses and tuition fees
6. Visa application form to be properly filled in
7. Proof of visa fees payment
8. Test results of Language proficiency tests
9. Overseas medical insurance (If required) 
10. Proof of receiving a scholarship. (If applicable)