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Sapienza University of Rome

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Sapienza University of Rome is in Rome, Italy; its bachelor's degrees are taught in English. Standard entry requirements: 12 years of schooling. Language: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 80. Applying: intake: September; application fee €30. Scholarships: 1 from the university.

✓ 25 facts from 6 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify

International students should also budget for health insurance, visa and travel costs not shown here.

Reference only. Automatically checked against the college's official pages on 2026-11-12; maintained by Jordan Lee, editor. Colleges can change policies at any time — confirm on the official page before you apply. Spotted an error? Tell us.

Quick summary

Cost per yearnot yet determined
Money from the collegeMerit scholarships: international students can receive them.
No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet.
IUPALS humanitarian scholarships: only for students from Palestine.
Chances of admission12 years of schooling. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 80.
Application deadlinesEarliest: Jul 31 (Late applications)
Where and how students liveRome · 13 km from CIA airport
Housingnot yet determined
Working while studyingWith a study residence permit, students may work part-time in subordinate (employed) work, up to 20 hours per week and a maximum of 1,040 hours per year.
After graduationJob-search or entrepreneurship stay permit for students (permesso di soggiorno per ricerca lavoro o imprenditorialità degli studenti): 9 to 12 months after graduating in Italy.

Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.

Financial aid & requirements for international students

Merit scholarshipsYes — international students can receive merit scholarships
Sources (1)
“Additionally, students can apply for various scholarships available at different levels, awarded on the basis of academic merit and/or family income.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
English proficiencyEnglish test required unless an exemption applies
  • TOEFL iBT (old 0–120 scale): 80
  • IELTS overall: 5.5
Sources (4)
“Additionally, all students must have at least an upper-intermediate knowledge of English OR Italian (B2 level), depending on their chosen programme.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Please note that the above English language requirements are waived for candidates holding:  a Diploma of International Baccalaureate (IB);  an English-taught diploma/degree issued by an accredited institution in the EU/EEA/Schengen or in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States;  a General Certificate of Education (GCE).”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“ TOEFL iBT 80 or higher”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“ IELTS (academic)* with a score no lower than 5.5 out of 9;”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathwayNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Degree programmes taught in EnglishYes
Sources (2)
“Pre-selection is available for most English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes not requiring an in-person admission test, and for a limited number of Italian-taught programmes.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
The college's own entrance examinationYes (reference)
Sources (2)
“Some programmes also require students to sit a mandatory admission test (e.g. Medicine and Surgery).”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“To that end, we require that one (or more) of the following tests be successfully passed: SAT (College Board), Italian TOLC-I or TOLC-S with the additional English section (CISIA).”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Scholarships for first-year students

IUPALS humanitarian scholarships

OtherCitizens of Palestine only
Full tuition
  • Who can receive it: Students from Palestine
  • Amount: Full tuition (2026-27 figure)
  • Number of awards: 9
Sources (3)
“Sapienza, as part of the IUPALS (Italian Universities for Palestinian Students) Project, carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Ministry of University and Research, and the Consulate General of Italy in Jerusalem, offers humanitarian scholarships for prospective students enrolling in bachelor's or master's degree programs who reside in Palestine and the Occupied Territories.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The humanitarian scholarship includes a tuition fee waiver, accommodation in facilities of the Diocese of Rome, and free meals at the university canteens managed by DiscoLazio and an Italian language course at the Community of Sant’Egidio.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“For the 2026-2027 academic year, Sapienza is awarding 9 humanitarian scholarships to students residing in Palestine and the Occupied Territories who hold a regular position on Universitaly.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programme
Programmes taught in English: BA Classics
Source (1)
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: BA Global Humanities
Source (1)
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
Source (1)
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: BSc Bioinformatics · 3 years
Source (2)
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The Degree Course in Bioinformatics is a three-year degree program entirely taught in English.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: BSc Business Sciences
Source (1)
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: BSc Economics and Finance
Source (1)
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications · 3 years
Source (2)
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The Degree Course in Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications is a three-year degree program entirely taught in English.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: BSc Sustainable Building Engineering
Source (1)
“Bachelor’s programmes BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence BSc Bioinformatics BSc Business Sciences BSc Economics and Finance BA Classics BA Global Humanities BSc Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry and Computer Science for Pharmaceutical Applications BSc Sustainable Building Engineering”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualification
  • 12 years of schooling ↗
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
September
Source (1)
“There is only one intake and students are expected to be in Rome by mid-September (or earlier, if they need to take an entrance or language examination for their chosen programme).”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application fee
€30 one-time (≈ US$33)
Source (1)
“All pre‐selection candidates are required to pay a €30 application fee for each submitted application (up to a maximum of two applications per candidate per intake).”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application requirement
English proficiency test: Required
Source (1)
“Most programmes will ask pre-selection applicants to provide: Passport High School and University Diploma Transcript of Records Language Certificate Reference Letter (optional) Additional supporting documents”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Passport copy: Required
Source (1)
“Most programmes will ask pre-selection applicants to provide: Passport High School and University Diploma Transcript of Records Language Certificate Reference Letter (optional) Additional supporting documents”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
School transcript / academic records: Required
Source (1)
“Most programmes will ask pre-selection applicants to provide: Passport High School and University Diploma Transcript of Records Language Certificate Reference Letter (optional) Additional supporting documents”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
BSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence: Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required
Source (1)
“To that end, we require that one (or more) of the following tests be successfully passed: SAT (College Board), Italian TOLC-I or TOLC-S with the additional English section (CISIA).”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Deadlines (2027 entry)

Late applications — Application — September intakeJul 31 (reference)
Source (2)
“All other candidates will be able to submit a pre-selection application until July 31, 2026.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“All other candidates (EU or equivalent): deadline set on July 31, 2026.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

TuitionNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Tuition rule for international students at public universities (government)Public-university tuition is calculated from the household's economic situation (ISEE; ISEE Parificato for families abroad). Under national guidelines, students with an ISEE below €22,000-€27,000 (depending on the university) are in the No-Tax Area and pay only fixed statutory charges. (reference)
Housing and mealsNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Living costs (college estimate)€7,200–€10,800 per year (≈ US$8,000–12,000) (reference)
Student health insuranceNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Health insurance rule for the student visaStudents must have health cover for the visa and the residence permit: an insurance policy covering the whole stay with no limits or exceptions on urgent hospital care, or voluntary enrolment in the National Health Service (SSN) for a yearly contribution.
Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel)€10,180 per year (≈ US$11,300) (2026–27 figure)
Sources (8)
“Tuition fees at Italian public universities are generally lower than in many other major study destinations. They are calculated on the basis of your household’s economic situation (ISEE), so what you actually pay can be much lower than the official maximum.”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“International students whose families live abroad prove their situation with the ISEE Parificato”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Under national guidelines, students with an ISEE below €22,000-€27,000 (depending on the university) qualify for the No-Tax Area and pay only fixed statutory charges (regional tax and duty stamp, usually around €157 - €160/year).”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The average costs for shared accommodation in Rome, which is the option most students choose, range from €300 to €600 per month, while living expenses for books, food, transportation and utilities are roughly €300 a month.”
www.uniroma1.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“You needed health insurance to get your visa and your permit. Once you are in Italy, you have two options: keep a private policy, or join the public National Health Service (Servizio Sanitario Nazionale, SSN) by paying a yearly contribution.”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Polizza assicurativa a copertura dell’intero soggiorno senza limitazioni od eccezioni alle tariffe stabilite per il ricovero ospedaliero urgente per tutta la sua durata.”
consparigi.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Mezzi economici di sussistenza per il soggiorno previsto. Tali mezzi sono quantificati nell’importo di euro 10.179,85 annuali.”
consparigi.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“At least €10,179.85 for the first academic year, plus money for your return journey (a return ticket is accepted as proof).”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)
With a study residence permit, students may work part-time in subordinate (employed) work, up to 20 hours per week and a maximum of 1,040 hours per year. government rule
Source (2)
“Con il permesso di soggiorno per motivi di studio puoi anche svolgere un'attività lavorativa di tipo subordinato, per un tempo non superiore alle 20 ore settimanali, fino ad un massimo di 1040 ore annuali”
prefettura.interno.gov.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“A study permit lets you work part-time, up to 20 hours a week (1,040 hours a year).”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa)
20 government rule
Source (2)
“Con il permesso di soggiorno per motivi di studio puoi anche svolgere un'attività lavorativa di tipo subordinato, per un tempo non superiore alle 20 ore settimanali, fino ad un massimo di 1040 ore annuali”
prefettura.interno.gov.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“A study permit lets you work part-time, up to 20 hours a week (1,040 hours a year).”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Post-study work visa (name and length)
Job-search or entrepreneurship stay permit for students (permesso di soggiorno per ricerca lavoro o imprenditorialità degli studenti): 9 to 12 months after graduating in Italy. government rule
Source (3)
“Italian law allows international graduates to stay after their studies. If you obtain a degree in Italy, you can apply for a new stay permit, called permesso di soggiorno per ricerca lavoro o imprenditorialità degli studenti (Stay permit for job search or entrepreneurship of students).”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“It lasts between 9 and 12 months, and its purpose is to look for a job or start a business that fits the studies you have just completed.”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“students who have obtained in Italy a bachelor’s or master’s degree (including single-cycle degrees)”
ambseoul.esteri.it ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Location

City / stateRome
Nearest major airportCiampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA), about 13 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q209344 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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