Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities for a Bachelor's Degree in Italy
We compared 18 universities in Italy — typical tuition is ₹2.58 L a year.
Universities18
Typical tuition₹2.58 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹33K – ₹24.34 Llowest course fee
Cities12
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 18 — Best Universities for a Bachelor's Degree in Italy
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 18 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sapienza University of Rome | Rome | — | ₹3.12 L | 30 |
| University of Bologna | Bologna | — | ₹1.11 L | 28 |
| University of Padova | Padua | — | ₹2.92 L | 15 |
| University of Pavia | Pavia | — | ₹44K | 12 |
| University of Trento | Trento | — | ₹4.98 L | 12 |
| Ca' Foscari University of Venice | Venice | — | ₹1.44 L | 7 |
| University of Turin | Turin | — | ₹33K | 7 |
| Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore | Milan | — | ₹5.58 L | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Italy?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Sapienza University of Rome, University of Bologna, University of Padova, University of Pavia, University of Trento. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Italy?
Across 18 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹2.58 L a year, ranging from ₹33K to ₹24.34 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Italy?
University of Turin has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹33K a year.
How many universities are covered?
18 universities match this guide; the top 18 are shown.
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