Italy is one of the most sought after destinations when it comes to studying abroad. Not only is the Italian culture rich and addictive, Italian universities live up to their reputation. The present day Italian universities are some of the oldest in Europe and were founded in the twelfth century. Italy is the country that was one of the first to adopt the University system and this is the reason for Bologna Reform. Italian education in every field is excellent, but Italy specializes in the field of architecture, arts, design and applied sciences.

Research is given much importance by the Italian government and a lot of investment is made in this niche for staying in the mainstream of technological developments. Italy has dominated research in the field of environment, transport and energy and leads the European scientific research activity.

Italy has a long history of academic excellence. Some of the first universities were founded here. The University of Salerno was founded in the ninth century and that of Bologna in the year 1088. The Italian government is very conscious about education and is constantly trying to improve the education system through reforms.

The Italian universities lay a lot of stress on making students employable. The education is designed based on real market needs and training is a compulsory part of the academic study. Not only do the Italian Universities have an academically sound curriculum, but they also have a curriculum that lays much emphasis on Practical Learning making Italian graduates much sought after by employers.

Italian education leaves nothing to be desired. From its stellar history to its exciting present, Italy is a dream come true for most students. Students who get an opportunity to study in Italy never forget the experience. There is no dearth of reason why to choose Italy for higher study.

Italy
(PAID UNIVERSITY)

• Scuola Politecnica Di Design SPD, Milan
• John Cabot University, Rome
• VESUVIO International School of Hospitality (VISH)
• Accademia di Costume e di Moda
• Instituto Europeo di Design, Milano (IED)
• Accademia Riaci

Documents Required:

1. Application form fully completed and signed by applicant.
2. One recent passport-size photograph (white background).
3. Passport/Travel Document must:
   • Have been issued within the previous 10 years, and the validity must not exceed 10 yrs.
   • At least have a validity of 3 months after intended stay.
   • Have at least 2 blank pages.
4. One set photocopy of applicant’s Passport.
5. “Dichiarazione di Valore” (Declaration of Value) of the applicant’s educational certificates duly legalized by the Consular office of this Embassy. The local Institution or School should advise this Embassy directly in case it is not required.
6. Education Certificates duly Apostilled by Ministry of External Affairs.
7. Acceptance of enrolment by the Italian School or Institution, stating the duration of course.
8. Receipt of full payment of Tuition fees (if required).
9. Documentation regarding the applicant’s economic status:
   • University Courses or Post graduated courses :
     • Proof of means of support in Italy of not less than 350,57 Euro for each month of the academic year.
   • This availability can be proven through :
     • Bank Statement of applicant or family
     • Bank loan.
   • Scholarship from Italian Government :
     • Proof of scholarship in original.
   • Where the amount of the scholarship does not satisfy the minimum established by law (see annexed table ) the availability can be proven through :
     • Bank Statement of applicant or family
     • Bank loan
     • Bank guarantees (fidejussione bancaria”) covering the expenses for the duration of stay foreign exchange value (see annexd table).
   • Non University courses :
     • Adequate financial guarantees (see annexed table ).
     • Bank guarantees (fidejussione bancaria”) covering the expenses for the duration of stay as per the foreign exchange value.
     • Adequate means for repatriation OR return flight ticket or booking (for courses for period up to 90 days).
10. Adequate proof of Boarding and Lodging (if required).
11. A return flight ticket or booking (for courses up to 90 days).
12. Insurance Coverage For Medical Treatment And/Or Hospitalization (Not Required If The Italian University Provides You One. In Case Your University Is Providing You With An Insurance Coverage, This Must Be Mentioned In The Letter Of Admission)With An Insurance Coverage, This Must Be Mentioned In The Letter Of Admission).
13. (For visa requested more than 90 days)The applicant has to submit his/her original (not scanned) admission letter stapled with the passport. At the time of collection of the passport applicant has to make sure that the admission letter or the declaration letter by the university is duly stamped by the Embassy.

NOTE: This Embassy reserves the right to ask for a Personal Interview or Additional Documents.