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Study in Italy at a public university
English-taught degrees, DSU scholarships and one team that stays with you from your first application to your first week in Italy. We only work with public universities, so our advice is never for sale.
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Free and takes 2 minutes. We only take on students we can genuinely help.
My Journey
Harshit Chaudhary
Studying Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) in English in Ancona, with a DSU scholarship of €6,000 a year.
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My Journey
Madelyne Harding
Studying a Master’s in Marine Biology in Italy tuition-free, with a DSU scholarship of €700 a year.
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My Journey
Ismit Ara Jiniya
Studying a second Master’s, in World Politics and International Relations, with a DSU scholarship of €8,000 a year.
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My Journey
Aneek Das
Studying a Master’s in International Relations in Pavia, with a DSU scholarship of €8,000 a year.
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My Journey
Mouhib Abdelli
Studying a Master's in Plant Biotechnology in Italy with zero euro tuition with ApplyAZ for eligible students and earning €8,000 per year.
My Journey
Priyakshi Dey
Studying a Master's in Biology in Italy with zero euro tuition with ApplyAZ for eligible students and earning €5,000 per year.
We make it possible to study on scholarship, in English and for a global career.
The public universities in Italy we apply to
University of Pisa
University of Sapienza
University Of Turin
University of Messina
University of Pavia
University of Padua
University of Bergamo
University of Bologna
Explore Your Dream Degree
Explore 600+
English-taught degrees.
Tell us what you'd love to study. We'll look closely at your academic background, then shortlist 20 to 30 English-taught programmes at public universities, each with a DSU scholarship path. More options, better chances.
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The Process
Five simple steps to Italy
Check your eligibility. Talk to an Italy expert. Get your personal roadmap. Join ApplyAZ. Then we take care of admission, DSU scholarship, visa and arrival. You'll see the whole plan before you commit to anything.
Check My Eligibility
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We confirm a public university in Italy is the right route for you.
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We shortlist 20 to 30 programmes that fit you.
3
We write and tailor your CV and SOP for each one.
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We manage every application and deadline for you.
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We stay with you after you're admitted: DSU, visa and arrival.
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We prepare your scholarship documents (income, enrollment, forms).
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We coordinate with the scholarship/university offices and submit everything.
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We request dorm housing (optional) and register you for discounted meals (Mensa) to lower living costs.
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We guide you through opening an Italian bank account and the scholarship disbursement process.
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We prepare the visa checklist.
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We build your file—draft cover letter, gather proofs; we book insurance, flight itinerary, and first stay.
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We refine your SOP & CV and do final QA. Interviews are rare; if requested, we mentor you 1:1.
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We monitor VFS/consulate slot availability, book the earliest available appointment, track status, and send pre-departure & arrival steps.
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Testimonials
€6,000
DSU scholarship per year
"I'm so glad I connected with ApplyAZ and they took care of everything for me. If it wasn't for ApplyAZ, I wouldn't be here."
Harshit Chaudhary From New Delhi
to Polytechnic University of Marche
Medicine & Surgery
Read Harshit’s story
€700
DSU scholarship per year
"ApplyAZ helped me study Marine Biology in Italy for free, saving tens of thousands of dollars in U.S. tuition fees."
Madelyne Harding From Hawaii to
University of Tuscia
Master's in Marine Biology & Ecology
Read Madelyne’s story
€8,000
DSU scholarship per year
"ApplyAZ makes everything super easy - admissions, scholarships, and visas all handled"
Ismit Ara Jiniya From Dhaka
University of Pavia
Master’s in World Politics & International Relations
Read Ismit’s story
€8,000
DSU scholarship per year
"I was very lucky to find ApplyAZ as they handled all the processes."
Aneek Das From Kolkata
to University of Pavia
Master's in International Relations
Read Aneek’s story
€8,000
DSU scholarship per year
"I found ApplyAZ and they took care of everything for me."
Mouhib Abdelli From Tunis
to University of Tuscia
Masters in Plant Biotechnology
Watch our students
€5,000
DSU scholarship per year
"My friends introduced ApplyAZ to me and now I’m studying at one of the most prestigious universities in Italy."
Priyakshi Dey From Kolkata
to University of Rome
Master's in Biology
Watch our students
Start here, arrive in Italy
We're selective, so we can go all in.
First, let's see if Italy fits you
Answer a few questions and we'll tell you honestly whether a public university in Italy is realistic for you. If it is, book a call with an Italy expert and get your personal roadmap: universities, admission strategy, scholarship pathway and visa.
- Independent: public universities only, and no commissions.
- Selective: we take on students we can genuinely help, and give each one our full attention.
- Transparent: you see your roadmap and our fee before you commit.
Independent
Hands-on
Free check
Under 2 minutes
Limited intake (1:1 support)
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it actually free to study in Italy?
Yes, €0 tuition is real for eligible students at Italian public universities.
What does a year in Italy really cost?
Budget €700–900 a month for living costs, less in Pavia or Turin, more in Milan. Add the application fee of €10–250 per university and the regional tax. A DSU scholarship of €8,000 a year covers most of that for students who qualify.
Do I need to speak Italian to study in Italy?
No, for over 600 degrees taught entirely in English. You will want basic Italian for daily life and for part-time work, and some universities ask for an A2 certificate at enrolment, but no Italian is needed to apply or to complete an English-taught degree.
Is IELTS required to study in Italy?
Not always. Many Italian universities accept a medium-of-instruction letter from your previous institution, and some run their own English interview instead. Which route is open depends on the specific university, so this is worth checking per programme rather than assuming.
What are the eligibility requirements?
A 12th-grade certificate for a Bachelor's, or a recognised Bachelor's for a Master's, plus proof of English and a declaration of value or CIMEA statement for your previous qualification. Minimum grades vary by university and programme, so we check them for your specific shortlist.
Can I work while studying, and can I stay after?
Up to 1,040 hours a year on a student permit, typically €8–9 an hour. After graduation there is a 12-month permit to look for work, which converts to a work permit on employment. PR is a longer path and studying does not lead to it directly.
◊ Scholarship amounts vary by program, region, and individual profile. The maximum benefit referenced above is up to €8 000 per academic year for eligible students. Awards are competitive and set by universities or regional/third-party bodies (e.g., DSU/EDISU) and may be paid in installments after enrollment and residence/ID registration. Eligibility, documentation, academic standing, deadlines, and continued compliance are required; availability and amounts can change without notice. Tuition-Free refers to programs where university tuition is waived when the applicable scholarship or fee-waiver is approved. Students are typically responsible for statutory regional taxes and administrative fees. As a guide, the annual regional tax is around €160/year (varies by region and may change). ApplyAZ is a private advising service. Decisions on admission, scholarships, and visas are made solely by the relevant institutions and public authorities. ApplyAZ makes no representation, warranty, or promise regarding admission, scholarship awards or amounts, visa issuance, timelines, or financial outcomes. “Up to” indicates the maximum potential award; individual results will differ. We guarantee the delivery and quality of our own services—personalized program matching, document review, application preparation and submission, scholarship strategy and application guidance, visa file review/appointment support, and proactive status updates. If a contracted service is not delivered, we will complete it promptly or issue a pro-rated refund/credit in line with our Terms of Service and Refund Policy. Figures, fees, exchange rates, processing times, and eligibility rules are subject to change. Examples are illustrative only. Additional terms may apply. See Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and Scholarship & Tuition Policy for details.
