Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in Italy
We compared 36 universities in Italy — typical tuition is ₹2.44 L a year.
Universities36
Typical tuition₹2.44 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹30K – ₹24.34 Llowest course fee
Cities20
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 24 — Best Universities in Italy
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 36 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 |
| Politecnico Di Milano | Milan | — | ₹4.31 L | 24 |
| 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 |
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, Politecnico Di Milano, University of Padova, University of Pavia. 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 34 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹2.44 L a year, ranging from ₹30K to ₹24.34 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Italy?
University of Palermo has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹30K a year.
How many universities are covered?
36 universities match this guide; the top 24 are shown.
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