Step 1: Apply to the University

Step 1.1: Choose a Course

• Visit: https://en.unipv.it/en

• Go to “Courses → English-taught programmes”.Select your preferred course (Bachelor’s or Master’s).

Step 1.2: Open the Application Portal

• Go to: https://apply.unipv.eu

• Click “Become an applicant”.

• Create an account using your email and password.

Step 1.3: Fill in Information & Upload Documents

Information required:

• Full name, date of birth, passport number

• Educational background (SSC, HSC, Bachelor, etc.)

• Course name (e.g., Computer Science, Economics)

• Motivation Letter / Study Plan (1 page on why you want to study this course)

• CV or Résumé (PDF)

Documents to upload (in PDF):

• Passport (first page)

• Academic certificates and transcripts (SSC, HSC, or Bachelor)

• IELTS or MOI (if available)

• Bank statement or sponsorship letter (minimum €8,000)

• Passport-size photo (JPEG or PNG)

• Application fee receipt (if applicable)

💡 Some programs do not require an application fee; if required, it’s usually €100–€150.

Step 1.4: Submit the Application

• After uploading all documents, click “Submit Application.”

• You’ll receive a confirmation email — save it for future use.

Step 2: Apply for CIMEA or DOV Validation

You’ll need to validate your academic qualifications through CIMEA.

• Website: https://cimea.diplo-me.eu/portal/

• Approximate cost: €300–€400

• Once received, your certificates will be officially recognized in Italy.

Step 3: University Pre-Enrolment

• Go to: https://www.universitaly.it

• Create an account.

• Click “Pre-enrolment for non-EU students.”

• Select the university where you’ve been admitted.

• Upload your passport, admission letter, and CIMEA certificate.

• After submission, you’ll receive a confirmation from university — this is one of the main documents required for your student visa.

Step 4: Prepare Visa Documents

Required Documents:

• Passport (valid for at least 2 years)

• Admission Letter + Pre-enrolment copy

• Bank statement / Sponsorship letter (minimum €8,000 or more)

• Accommodation proof (rental agreement or hostel confirmation letter)

• Health insurance €225 (for 1 year, Schengen-approved)

• Air ticket booking (initial booking is acceptable)

• Visa fee payment receipt (from VFS Global)

• Two passport-size photos

Step 5: VFS Global Appointment

• Visit: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/bgd/en/ita

• Create an account.

• Go to “Book Appointment” and select your preferred date.

• Submit your documents and biometrics at the VFS center.

Step 6: Visa Interview (Consulate)

During the interview, they will generally ask:

• Why you want to study this course

• Who will finance your studies

• Your plans to return to your home country after studying

💡 Tip: Answer confidently and honestly.

Italian Universities with Free Application

1. University of Naples Federico II Application

link: https://www.unina.it/en_GB/international/admissions

2. University of Genoa Application

link: https://apply.unige.it

3. University of Naples Parthenope Application link: https://international.uniparthenope.it

4. University of Palermo Application link: https://international.unipa.it

5. University of Perugia Application link: https://www.unipg.it/en/international-students

6. University of Salento Application link: https://international.unisalento.it

7. University of Salerno Application link: https://web.unisa.it/international

8. University of Teramo Application link: https://www.unite.it/.../Engine/RAServePG.php/P/25091UTE0400

9. University of Insubria Application link: https://www.uninsubria.eu/international

10. University of Parma Application

link: https://www.unipr.it/international

11. University of Modena and Reggio Emilia Application link: https://www.international.unimore.it

12. Polytechnic University of Bari Application link: https://www.poliba.it/en/international

13. University of Bari Aldo Moro Application link: https://www.uniba.it/ricerca/dipartimenti?set_language=en

14. University of Basilicata Application link: https://portale.unibas.it/.../internazionalizzazione.html

15. University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli Application link: https://international.unicampania.it

16. University of Eastern Piedmont (UPO) Application link: https://www.uniupo.it/en/international

17. University of Foggia Application link: https://en.unifg.it/international

18. University of Tuscia Application link: https://www.unitus.it/en/didattica/international-students

19. University of Sassari Application link: https://en.uniss.it/international