1. University tuition fees in Italy for international students Tuition fees at public universities Public universities in Italy set their tuition fees based on discipline and the degree type (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD). On average, tuition ranges between 0 – 5,000 EUR/academic year. If you’re a non-EU/EEA student, some study programmes can demand much higher tuition. Tuition fees at private universities Private universities in Italy usually charge higher tuition fees compared to public universities and most of them have the same fees for both EU and non-EU/EEA students. The average tuition fees in private universities range between 3,000 – 35,000 EUR/year. Most affordable universities in Italy Check the list of Italian universities with some of the most affordable tuition fees: Mediterranean University of Reggio Calabria University of Camerino Free University of Bozen-Bolzano University of Pisa Universities we recommend in Italy Istituto Europeo Di Design (IED) Politecnico di Milano SDA Bocconi School of Management Tor Vergata University of Rome University of Padua Check out the best universities in Italy according to global rankings. 2. Costs of living in Italy for international students The overall living costs for international students in Italy range between 700 and 1,000 EUR/month. These costs include: accommodation, food, public transportation, local travel and/or entertainment. Living in Italy is a great experience, but keep in mind that if you choose Rome or Milan, they are more expensive when compared to other Italian cities. Check the average monthly living expenses for students in these student cities in Italy: Bologna: around 750 – 1,100 EUR/month Florence: around 850 - 1,300 EUR/month Milan and Rome: between 850 and 1,450 EUR/month Accommodation You can expect to pay anywhere between 300 – 600 EUR for housing. Prices vary depending on the city in which you live and the type of accommodation. Sharing an apartment with other students is a good way to reduce your monthly expenses. You can also live with a local family and practise your Italian skills while getting to know their tradition and lifestyle. On average, here are the prices students spend on housing, depending on the type of accommodation: Students living alone: 400 – 700 EUR/month Students living in student accommodation: 250 – 300 EUR/month Students sharing a rented apartment: 250 – 500 EUR/month Don’t forget to take into account utilities, which can add between 90 – 260 EUR to your monthly expenses. Study abroad in Italy See what these international students have to say about studying abroad in Italy: Yaw's study experience Sebastian's study experience Ida's study experience Rucsandra's study experience Food costs You will spend around 150 – 200 EUR/month if you buy groceries from local supermarkets. Lidl, Penny Market or Esselunga have some of the lowest prices. In Italian restaurants, lunch or dinner start with antipasto, (a sort of appetisers or hors d'oeuvres) a course consisting of various types of cold meat, seafood and vegetable dishes, with prices between 8 and 15 EUR. In mid-range restaurants, pasta dishes are between 6 and 12 EUR, while the main fish or meat courses will normally cost between 8 and 16 EUR. You should be aware of an important detail: any Italian restaurant will charge you for the bread and cover; this usually costs around 1 – 2.50 EUR per person. italian restaurant.jpg Transportation costs Public transport is the easiest and most convenient method to travel in Italy. A monthly bus/tram/metro ticket for students is somewhere between 25 and 45 EUR/month, depending on the city. The train network in Italy is fast and well maintained, so visiting other cities is definitely an option. Fares start at around 20 EUR for a trip, but if you book tickets earlier, you could get discounts of up to 70%.