EDUCATION IN ITALY

EDUCATION IN ITALY                                                                                                                                                               Known all over the world as the 'Land of Romance', Italy's role has always been very crucial in higher education in European countries. It also started "Bologna Process", the education amendment which is now being employed in all over Europe. In the higher education system there are 83 universities in Italy and number of other non-university institutions like various academies of art, design, cultures, etc. A student studying in Italy also gets to learn about some of the most beautiful architecture, history and influential art of the world. The Universita di Bologna, the oldest university in the western world is also situated in Italy. It contains some of the most famous historical figures including Dante Alighieri. However, international students also have the option to choose from many other universities in Italy as well. If a student wants to pursue his/her higher studies in Italy in the field of science or humanities, then, they have the La Sapienza University, which is rated among the top 100 universities in the world is also located in Italy (Rome). The Politechnico di Milano and University of Torino which are two famous engineering and applied Sciences universities in Europe are also located in Italy. Moreover, if a student has interest in studying politics or international affairs, then there are some very good universities in Bologna and Padova that has a long tradition of producing some of the well known politicians and influential people. Studying in Italy is incomparable not only because of the universities but also because of its vast and interesting art and art history. If one has the required information and the facts beforehand, then studying in Italy can expose a student to a history that is both interesting and incommensurable to anything else.

Top Universities in Italy Here is a list of some of the top Universities in Italy. These are some of the best Universities in Italy. They are ranked according to the resources available and various other factors. University of Bologna Sapienza University of Rome University of Padua University of Pisa University of Florence Polytechnic Institute of Milan University of Trieste University of Pavia University of Siena Societa Italiana di Acupuncture

Student Visa Details For study in Italy Every foreign student who intends to study in Italy must obtain an Italian student visa before entering into Italy. To be sure that the visa is issued timely, the candidate should ensure that he/she applies for the same timely, but not sooner than three month's prior to the program's initiation. Also, remember that the visa will not be issued on the same day. This is a pretty long drawn process. The whole procedure and can take upto 60 days. Make sure the institutions/colleges/universities/schools in Italy provide the necessary Letter of Acceptance, Letter of Enrollment, Insurance Letter and Course Schedule to complete your visa application materials. A student visa is issued only for the time the program is valid. The following documents are required to apply for a student visa for Italy. It is a mandatory requirement that the student applying for a visa must produce the following: One passport size photograph; One application form duly completed and signed at the Consulate; Passport valid three months over planned stay in Italy A letter of acceptance from school or University in Italy indicating place, duration of the course and dates of attendance; A letter addressed to this Italian Consulate, stating that you own private means of support. If you are a recipient of financial aid, please submit a statement A letter from your bank indicating your account number, financial status, and balance. The letter must be signed by a bank official Flight reservations (round trip) Cost: The cost of a 90 day Student's visa would cost about 90 US$.