Study in Italy
The University of Bologna, the University of Siena and Sapienza in Rome are public universities with centuries of history. For citizens of Uzbekistan, tuition there costs roughly €300 to €1,360 a year, and a regional DSU grant can waive the fee and add a stipend and housing — but it is awarded competitively. Here is how to get in after school in Uzbekistan and what the visa requires.
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Why · Italy
The University of Bologna dates back to 1088 and is considered the oldest university in the Western world. Siena was founded in 1240 and Sapienza in 1303. These are large public universities, not private colleges.
In the QS World University Rankings 2027, Sapienza is 111th in the world and the University of Bologna is 123rd. In ARWU 2026, Sapienza is first in Italy.
Italy’s public universities are funded by the state. In 2026/27 a student from Uzbekistan pays €300 a year at Sapienza, about €500 plus a €140 regional tax in Siena, and €1,000 + €157 for a bachelor’s in Bologna.
The regional DSU scholarship waives tuition. ER.GO in Bologna pays out-of-town students up to €7,171 a year; DSU Toscana in Siena pays €3,338 plus free housing and meals. It is competitive and only for families with modest income.
A study residence permit lets you work up to 20 hours a week, with a cap of 1,040 hours a year.
Graduates of an Italian university can get a 9–12-month permit to look for work or start a business.
Levels of study
Ages are recommended: within these ranges admission and visas go most smoothly for students from Uzbekistan. If you are older, message us and we will look at your case.
Foundation
The route for school leavers with 11 years of schooling. Siena’s Foundation is taught in English and leads to open enrolment on Economics and Management. Sapienza’s Foundation Year (€5,000) is taught in Italian; Bologna has no Foundation of its own.
Bachelor’s
A DSU grant can cover the tuition fee in full.
Master’s
Besides the DSU grant, the University of Siena offers five Siena International Excellence scholarships of €6,000 a year for master’s students.
Universities · Italy
Bologna · Public university
Dating back to 1088, it is considered the oldest university in the Western world. The 2026/27 catalogue lists 15 bachelor’s and 82 master’s programmes taught in English (some bilingual), on campuses in Bologna, Forlì, Cesena, Ravenna and Rimini.
Requirements
12 years of schooling (after an 11-year school, a completed first year of university is also needed — Bologna has no Foundation of its own), English B2. Business and Economics and Economics and Finance select applicants by SAT score.
Discounts and scholarships
ER.GO grant for 2026/27: tuition waiver and up to €7,171 a year for out-of-town students with ISEE up to €16,667; the ISEE ceiling is €25,000. Applications closed on 24 August 2026.
Siena · Public university
Founded in 1240 in Siena, a medieval Tuscan city whose historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. English-taught options include the Economics and Management and Biotech Engineering for Health bachelor’s and more than ten master’s programmes. Its own English-taught Foundation is a convenient route after 11 years of school.
Requirements
Economics and Management: no entrance test, selection on documents (school certificate, CV), English B2; 150 places for international applicants who need a visa. For 2026/27, applications ran from 18 March to 4 May 2026, fee €49.90. Admissions for 2027/28 open in November 2026.
Discounts and scholarships
DSU Toscana grant for 2026/27: with ISEE up to €13,500, €3,338 a year plus free housing and two meals a day; the ISEE ceiling is €27,000. For master’s students, five Siena International Excellence scholarships of €6,000 a year.
Rome · Public university
Founded in 1303, one of Europe’s largest universities. For 2026/27 it admits to 8 bachelor’s and 45 master’s programmes taught in English. QS World University Rankings 2027: 111th in the world and 2nd in Italy; ARWU 2026: 1st in Italy.
Requirements
First comes online pre-selection (MoveIn): for visa applicants for 2026/27 it ran from 22 December 2025 to 15 May 2026, fee €30, up to two applications. English B2 (IELTS from 5.5; Duolingo not accepted); bachelor’s applicants need the SAT or the CISIA CEnT-S test. An 11-year school certificate only works together with the Foundation Year or a first year of university.
Discounts and scholarships
The regional DiSCo Lazio grant depends on family income and academic progress. Winners and eligible students pay Sapienza only €30 a year.
Universities update fees and requirements every year. Before you apply, we confirm the current intake’s conditions with the university and give you the exact amount. Data checked:
Budget
Amounts for 2026/27 for citizens of Uzbekistan whose family income is entirely outside Italy.
For the visa you must show €10,179.85 for the 2026/27 academic year. Applying for a DSU grant does not count as proof of funds.
Visa
You need a national type D visa, “Studio – Immatricolazione Università”. It is issued only after the university validates your pre-enrolment on the Universitaly portal.
How we help
We work with every student personally — from choosing a country to the visa. We explain every step and name all costs upfront.
We look at your grades, English, budget and goals — and tell you honestly which countries and universities fit.
We prepare your file: translated school certificate or diploma, motivation letter, references, portfolio.
We apply to the universities you choose, help with tests and interviews and get your offer letter.
We help with financial documents and the visa form and advise on housing and flights.
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