International Student Office

Source: https://www.uniroma1.it/en/node/24774 Parent: https://www.uniroma1.it/en/admissions

Academic Year 2026/2027

Download our Admission procedures - Orientation and information document, it is a useful summary of the main procedures. Then read carefully all information on the present page.

Sapienza Open Days 2026-2027

The Open Days orientation event at Sapienza will be held on 25, 26, and 27 March 2026, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.\ \ The entrance avenue of the University Campus will host the information spaces of the Faculties and student services, while the Aula Magna hall will host the presentation conferences of the degree programmes.

The program will also include in-person events promoted by the Faculties.

Further information on the following page: https://orientamento.uniroma1.it/english.html#porte-aperte

In case you are not in Italy and you wish to have information on the admission procedure for the Academic Year 2026-2027, the International Student Office has organised on-line meetings.\ \ The days and respective times are as follows, expressed in Italian time:\ March 25, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM\ March 26, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM\ March 27, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

The unique link for the 3 meetings is as follows:\ https://uniroma1.zoom.us/j/89750351400?pwd=3EN3waZOgN9lWVArko0gL0rDfYDIbg.1

Each session will host a maximum of 300 participants, so please connect in due time

1. Italian language test

Non-EU citizens residing abroad who require a Study Visa must pass a B2-level Italian language test for admission to Sapienza’s degree programmes taught in Italian.

For additional information and to register for the 2026-2027 test, please visit the Italian Language Test for International Students page.

2. Mandatory pre-selection

For specific Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes taught in English or Italian (consult the official list), candidates must complete an online pre-selection via the MoveIN platform to obtain a pre-acceptance letter.

The pre-acceptance letter is:

Mandatory for all non-EU citizens residing abroad (see point 6) to complete pre-enrolment and Study Visa procedures on the Universitaly portal.
Optional for EU citizens (regardless of residence) and non-EU citizens legally residing in Italy (see point 6).

In the event of a positive pre-selection outcome, candidates must register on Infostud to obtain a student ID number (matricola) and download their pre-acceptance letter.

For further details, please visit the Admission 2026-2027 page.

Please Note: A positive pre-selection outcome does not guarantee enrolment. Pre-selected students must complete all steps outlined in the Call for Applications for their chosen course and submit all mandatory documents (see point 3 for Bachelor’s/Single-cycle degrees and point 4 for Master’s degrees) to the Hello - International Student Office.

The Office will evaluate the eligibility of all submitted qualifications according to the procedures set by the Ministry of University and Research (MUR). Enrolment will not be possible for candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, even if they have been pre-selected.

Enrolment under reserve: For pre-selected students enrolled pending document submission (this will be possible only for Restricted Access courses), enrolment will be declared null and void if final administrative checks reveal a lack of the required minimum qualifications/requirements.

3. Mandatory documents for enrolment – Bachelor’s degree courses and Single-cycle degree courses

Enrolment Procedures

The enrolment process—including the submission and administrative verification of mandatory documents—will be conducted via an online preliminary procedure.

The Hello - International Student Office will subsequently schedule in-person appointments to perform an in-depth verification of the documents submitted online and confirm their authenticity. Candidates must bring the original hardcopies of all required documents when summoned.

Please consult this document to identify the secondary education qualifications required based on the country where they were obtained. Additionally, refer to point 16 on this page for details on the evaluation methodology for foreign qualifications.

Required Documentation

The following documents must be submitted to the Hello - International Student Office:

Identity Document: A valid passport (or identity card for EU citizens only).\
Study Visa: A "University Enrolment" visa issued by the Italian Diplomatic Mission (Embassy or Consulate) in the candidate’s country of residence.
Note: Applicable to non-EU citizens residing abroad (A.Y. 2026/2027) and Chinese Students in the Marco Polo Project (A.Y. 2025/2026). See point 5.\
Residence Permit (Permesso di Soggiorno):
For non-EU citizens residing abroad and holding a 2026/2027 student visa: Receipts of the residence permit request (mandatory within 8 days of arrival in Italy, the request can be done in any Italian post office).
For non-EU citizens regularly living in Italy / Marco Polo students: A valid residence permit card. If renewing, provide the expired permit alongside the post office renewal receipts.
For further details on the residence permit for study purposes, please visit the dedicated page.\
High School Diploma: Must be obtained after at least 12 years of schooling and grant access to first-level university degrees in the country of issuance.
To ensure compliance, please follow the instructions in the document listing the minimum requirements based on the country of issuance.

Additional Diploma Requirements based on Country of Issuance:

A) Countries listed in the ARDI - Automatic Recognition Database:

Original High School Diploma and an official sworn translation (Italian or English).
Statement of Correspondence, downloadable from ARDI.
Statement of Verification issued by CIMEA or, alternatively, a legalisation/Apostille on both the original and translated versions. (See competent authorities for Apostille).

B) Countries NOT listed in the ARDI - Automatic Recognition Database:

Original High School Diploma and an official sworn translation (Italian or English).
Statement of Comparability and Statement of Verification issued by CIMEA.
Alternative to CIMEA: A Declaration of Value (DoV) issued by the competent Italian Diplomatic Mission, with legalisation/Apostille on both original and translated versions. See competent authorities for Apostille).

Note on English-taught courses: If your qualification was originally issued in English, a sworn translation into Italian is not required.

Italian Language Proficiency: Non-EU citizens residing abroad enrolling in Italian-taught courses must submit a B2 level certificate issued by CLIQ institutions.\ Alternatively, candidates must pass the Sapienza/CISIA ITA L2 Italian language test with a minimum B2 grade (see point 1).
Marco Polo Students: A minimum B1 level is required, as per official procedures MUR.\
Pre-acceptance Letter: If mandatory for your specific degree course (see point 2).

Compensation Years

If your diploma was obtained after fewer than 12 years of schooling, you must provide:

11-year system: Academic transcript confirming the successful completion of the first year of university.
10-year system: Academic transcript confirming the successful completion of the first two years of university.
Alternative options: A post-secondary qualification (1 or 2 years) in a related subject, or a Foundation Year certificate (compensating just 1 year of missing education) from a foreign or an Italian university. Sapienza accepts Foundation Year certificates only when issued by Higher Education Institutions accredited by the relevant Ministry of Education/Ministry of University and Research. If the teaching institution and the awarding institution are different, both must hold official accreditation. For information on Sapienza’s Foundation Year, visit the dedicated page.

Important Notices

Verification Rights: The Hello - International Student Office reserves the right to verify the authenticity of all documents and request additional documentation to confirm entry requirements, in accordance with Ministry of University and Research (MUR) policies.

Declaration of Value (DoV) Details:

Must be issued by the Italian Diplomatic Mission in the country governing the relevant education system.
All qualifications (original and sworn translation) must be legalised or Apostilled. (See competent authorities for Apostille).
A separate DoV is required for each title (e.g., Diploma and Compensation years), unless they were obtained within the same education system/country.
The DoV must explicitly state:
The total years of schooling prior to university including possible compensation years (if any).
That the diploma grants access to first-level university degrees in the country of issuance.

For further information on specific diploma types, please refer to the Peculiar Cases section (point 12).

Submission Instructions

All mandatory documents must be sent via email to studentistranieri@uniroma1.it

Please strictly adhere to the following formatting requirements:

Main PDF: All documents must be merged into a single PDF file.
CIMEA Documents: If you hold a Statement of Comparability and/or a Statement of Verification issued by CIMEA, these must be sent separately as standalone PDF files (attached to the same email). You must provide the original files as downloaded directly from the CIMEA website to preserve their digital integrity.
Subject Line: The email subject must follow this format:

“Ready for enrolment in: [Name of Course] + [Course Code] + [Student ID/Matricola] + [Full Name]”

4. Mandatory documents for enrolment – Master’s degree courses

Enrolment Procedures

The enrolment process—including the submission and administrative verification of mandatory documents—will be conducted via an online preliminary procedure.

Please consult this document to identify specific higher education requirements based on the country of issuance. Additionally, refer to point 16 on this page for details on the evaluation methodology for foreign qualifications.

Required Documentation

The following documents must be submitted to the Hello - International Student Office:

Identity Document: A valid passport (or identity card for EU citizens only).\
Study Visa: A "University Enrolment" visa issued by the Italian Diplomatic Mission (Embassy or Consulate) in the candidate’s country of residence.
Note: Applicable to non-EU citizens residing abroad (A.Y. 2026/2027) and Chinese Students in the Marco Polo Project (A.Y. 2025/2026). See point 5.\
Residence Permit (Permesso di Soggiorno):
For non-EU citizens residing abroad and holding a 2026/2027 student visa: Receipts of the residence permit request (mandatory within 8 days of arrival in Italy, the request can be done in any Italian post office).
For non-EU citizens regularly living in Italy / Marco Polo students: A valid residence permit card. If renewing, provide the expired permit alongside the post office renewal receipts.
For further details on the residence permit for study purposes, please visit the dedicated page.\
University-Level Qualification: An official foreign degree corresponding to the first cycle of the Bologna Process (EQF level 6). The qualification must allow access to second-cycle academic programs (EQF level 7) in the issuing country and show no "substantial differences" with the Italian Laurea Triennale according to the principles of the Lisbon Convention and the national methodology adopted by the Italian ENIC-NARIC centre
Mandatory: Upload both the original document and an official sworn translation (Italian or English).
To ensure compliance, please follow the instructions in the document listing the minimum requirements based on the country of issuance.

Additional Degree Requirements based on Country of Issuance:

A) Countries listed in the ARDI - Automatic Recognition Database:

Original University qualification and Transcript of Records, with official sworn translations (Italian or English).
Statement of Correspondence, downloadable from ARDI.
Statement of Verification (for both degree and transcript) issued by CIMEA or, alternatively, legalisation/Apostille on original and translated versions. (See competent authorities for Apostille).

B) Countries NOT listed in the ARDI - Automatic Recognition Database:

Original University qualification and Transcript of Records, with official sworn translations (Italian or English).
Statement of Comparability and Statement of Verification issued by CIMEA.
Alternative to CIMEA:
Declaration of Value (DoV) issued by the competent Italian Diplomatic Mission, with legalisation/Apostille on all versions of the degree and transcript. (See competent authorities for Apostille).
Diploma Supplement (legalised or Apostilled), provided it contains all necessary information for degree evaluation. (See competent authorities for Apostille).

Note on English-taught courses: If your qualification was originally issued in English, a sworn translation into Italian is not required.

Italian Language Proficiency: Non-EU citizens residing abroad enrolling in Italian-taught courses must submit a B2 level certificate issued by CLIQ institutions.\ Alternatively, candidates must pass the Sapienza/CISIA ITA L2 Italian language test with a minimum B2 grade (see point 1).
Marco Polo Students: A minimum B1 level is required, as per official procedures MUR.\
Pre-acceptance Letter: If mandatory for your specific degree course (see point 2).

Important Notices

Additional request: If requested for further assessment, candidates must also provide their High School Diploma (original and sworn translation with due legalisation/Apostille).

Declaration of Value (DoV) Details:

Must be issued by the Italian Diplomatic Mission in the country governing the relevant education system.
All qualifications including Transcripts (original and sworn translation) must be legalised or Apostilled. (See competent authorities for Apostille).
A separate DoV is required for each title (e.g., High School and University), unless obtained within the same education system/country.
The DoV must specify the years of schooling, years of university attendance, and must confirm that the degree grants access to second-cycle programs.

Diploma Supplement:

It accompanies and is related to the University degree.
Must display all information required for degree evaluation according to EU rules.
Translation into Italian is not required, but legalisation or Apostille is mandatory. (See competent authorities for Apostille).

For further information on specific degree types, please refer to the Peculiar Cases section (point 12).

Submission Instructions

All mandatory documents must be sent via email to studentistranieri@uniroma1.it

Please strictly adhere to the following formatting requirements:

Main PDF: All documents must be merged into a single PDF file.
CIMEA Documents: If you hold a Statement of Comparability and/or a Statement of Verification issued by CIMEA, these must be sent separately as standalone PDF files (attached to the same email). You must provide the original files as downloaded directly from the CIMEA website to preserve their digital integrity.
Subject Line: The email subject must follow this format:

“Ready for enrolment in: [Name of Course] + [Course Code] + [Student ID/Matricola] + [Full Name]”

5. Study Visa: Universitaly, mandatory online pre-enrolment for all non-EU students residing abroad

Online pre-enrolment on the Universitaly portal is mandatory for all non-EU students residing abroad (see point 6) who require a Study Visa to enter Italy and enrol at Sapienza. If you have not yet registered, please follow this link.

Deadlines and Requirements:

Submission Deadline: Pre-enrolment applications must be finalized and submitted by June 30, 2026, at 23:59 (Italian time). This allows the University sufficient time to validate applications before the Embassies/Consulates' deadlines for visa issuance.\
Diplomatic Mission: During the application, you must select the Italian Embassy or Consulate in your country of residence. Non-EU citizens residing in a European country must select the Italian mission in that specific country.\
Documents: To ensure a quick validation, you must upload the complete set of mandatory documents (see here for Bachelor's/Single-cycle, here for Master's, or this link for the Foundation Year). Candidates for courses requiring pre-selection (see point 2) must also upload their mandatory pre-acceptance letter.
Note: Incomplete applications will be reopened for integration and will only be validated once all documents are provided. Even if your application is incomplete or missing documents, you must submit it by June 30, 2026, to be eligible for further updates or integrations.\
Restricted Access Courses: For courses with a numerus clausus (restricted access), the Universitaly application will only be validated if the candidate is among the winners in the official ranking. Please check the Course Catalogue for specific admission calls and deadlines.

After receiving your Study Visa: Upon arrival in Italy, you must apply for a Residence Permit for study purposes within 8 days. For detailed information, please visit the dedicated page. You must send the receipts of your residence permit application to studentistranieri@uniroma1.it along with your enrolment documents.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The validation of a pre-enrolment application does not guarantee the issuance of a Study Visa (which is under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Italian Diplomatic Missions) nor does it guarantee university enrolment.

Enrolment is finalized only if the candidate follows all procedures in the Call for Applications and submits all mandatory documents by the set deadline.

In accordance with the official MUR "PROCEDURES FOR ENTRY, RESIDENCY AND ENROLMENT OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND THE RESPECTIVE RECOGNITION OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES IN ITALY VALID FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2025-2026" published at the following link, please note that:

No Automatic Right to Visa: Prior acceptance by the university does not grant a right to a visa.
No Automatic Right to Enrolment: Obtaining a visa does not grant an automatic right to enrol. Enrolment is the exclusive jurisdiction of the Higher Education Institution.
Verification of Qualifications: Sapienza must verify the eligibility and authenticity of all foreign qualifications. Prior acceptance does not guarantee enrolment, even if the candidate holds a visa, is physically present in Italy, or has received a scholarship.

Final Note: If Sapienza is unable to complete the enrolment of an international student due to missing requirements, the relevant Diplomatic Mission will be promptly notified for the immediate cancellation of the entry visa.

For additional information regarding the Universitaly portal, please contact accesso.sapienza@uniroma1.it.

6. International students – check your citizenship status

Based on Ministerial regulations, admission and enrolment procedures vary according to your citizenship and residency status. Please identify which of the following categories applies to you.\

a. EU Citizens and Equivalent (Non-EU residing in Italy)

\ You should follow the procedures for “EU citizens and non-EU citizens legally residing in Italy” if:

You are a citizen of an EU Member State or of Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, San Marino, or Vatican City.
You hold dual citizenship, where one is from an EU country.
You are a non-EU citizen holding one of the following Italian residence permits:\
EU residence permit for long-term stay.
Residence permit for subordinate work or self-employment.
Residence permit for family reasons.
Residence permit for asylum, subsidiary protection, or special reasons.
Religious reasons.
Electronic residence document for UK citizens (Art. 50 TEU – Art. 18.4 of the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement).
You are a non-EU citizen who has been a legal resident in Italy for at least one year and you hold an Italian upper secondary school qualification that grants access to your chosen degree programme.
You are a non-EU citizen already regularly enrolled in a degree course in an Italian university holding a valid residence permit for study purposes and wish to transfer or change programmes.\
IMPORTANT:* If you are moving to Sapienza from another Italian university and you hold a valid residence permit for study purposes, do not withdraw (rinuncia agli studi)* from your current university. Doing so will invalidate your residence permit and you will need to start again with the study visa procedure by going back to your Country. Instead, you must follow the official transfer procedure.
You, one of your parents, or your spouse is serving at a Diplomatic/Consular mission or international organization in Italy accredited by the Italian Government or the Holy See.

ATTENTION:

A residence permit for study purposes issued for an Italian language course or an Exchange programme is not valid for university enrolment as an EU-equivalent student. In this case, you must apply for a new Study Visa via Universitaly.\ A residence permit for study purposes issued for a “Single course” will be considered valid for university enrolment as a EU-equivalent student just in case all the three following points are met:

You have entered Italy with a study visa released for a single course
You have fully attended and positively passed the single course
The single course is relevant for the degree course you are requiring to be enrolled in.

For additional information on the Residence permit for study purposes, please check the dedicated page

b. Non-EU Citizens Residing Abroad

\ You should follow the procedures for “Non-EU Citizens residing abroad and requiring a Study Visa” if you do not meet any of the requirements listed in point a.

You must apply via the Universitaly portal to obtain a Study Visa. Please refer to point 5.
Enrolment is only finalized after completing the admission procedures specified in the Call for Applications for your chosen programme.
For restricted access programmes, Sapienza sets a specific quota of reserved places for non-EU students residing abroad. Details are available in the individual Call for Applications and in the dedicated webpage.

c. Chinese Students (Marco Polo Project)

\ You should follow the procedures for “Marco Polo Students” if you are a Chinese citizen participating in the Marco Polo Project.

For A.Y. 2026-2027 pre-enrolment, please follow the official MUR procedures.
Specific quotas of reserved places are available for Marco Polo students in restricted access programmes. Details are available in the individual Call for Applications and in the dedicated webpage.\

Important Notes on Citizenship

Dual Citizenship: If you hold dual citizenship and one is Italian or from another EU country, the EU citizenship prevails (Law 218/1995).
Verification: The Hello - International Student Office reserves the right to verify all documents related to the issuance of your residence permit.
Admission: To enrol for A.Y. 2026-2027, you must strictly follow the instructions in the Course Catalogue.

7. Master’s degree courses with requirements and personal knowledge assessment and mandatory pre-acceptance letter – enrolment procedures for non-EU students requiring visa and Chinese students in Marco Polo Project

To enrol, please follow these steps:

Read the Call for Applications: Consult the Course Catalogue for your specific degree course.
Obtain Pre-acceptance: Complete the online pre-selection procedure to obtain the mandatory pre-acceptance letter (see point 2).
Universitaly Application: Submit your Study Visa request via the Universitaly portal by June 30, 2026 (23:59 Italian time). If the course is taught in Italian, you must upload your B2 Italian language certificate (see point 5 and point 1).
Assessment of Requirements: Book your assessment on Infostud by paying the €10 fee. This can be done from July 2 and not later than September 15, 2026. Ensure you upload the correct test code as indicated in the Call for Applications.
Submit Documents: Send the mandatory enrolment documents (see point 4) to studentistranieri@uniroma1.it.
Administrative Check: Wait for the International Student Office to complete the verification of your documents.
Finalize Enrolment: Complete the process by paying your tuition fees (see point 15).

8. Master’s degree courses with requirements and personal knowledge assessment and pre-acceptance letter – enrolment procedures for EU citizens wherever resident and non-EU citizens residing in Italy

As noted in point 2, the pre-acceptance letter is optional for this category. You may choose between two enrolment procedures:

Option A: Enrolment with a Pre-acceptance Letter

Read the Call for Applications: Consult the Course Catalogue.
Obtain Pre-acceptance: Complete the online pre-selection to receive your letter (see point 2).
Assessment of Requirements: Pay the €10 fee on Infostud by uploading the test code as indicated on the course call for application within the deadlines set by Art. 3, paragraph 2 of the Student Regulations.
Submit Documents: Send your mandatory documents (see point 4) to studentistranieri@uniroma1.it.
Verification: Wait for the office to complete the check of your international degree.
Finalize Enrolment: Complete the process by paying your tuition fees (see point 15).

Option B: Enrolment without a Pre-acceptance Letter

Read the Call for Applications: Consult the Course Catalogue.
Register on Infostud: Obtain your student ID number (matricola). Registration link
Assessment of Requirements: Pay the €10 fee on Infostud by uploading the test code as indicated on the course call for application within the deadlines set by Art. 3, paragraph 2 of the Student Regulations.
Submit Documents: Send your mandatory documents (see point 4) to verificarequisiti.studentistranieri@uniroma1.it.
Note: You must include a detailed syllabus of your degree programme (lecture hours, theoretical, and practical activities). This document must carry the original university stamp and be translated into Italian or English (a sworn translation is not required for the syllabus).
Verification: Wait for the office to complete the check of your international degree.
Finalize Enrolment: Once the procedure is complete, finalize your enrolment by paying your tuition fees (see point 15).

9. Master’s degree courses with requirements and personal knowledge assessment, without preselection and without pre-acceptance letter – enrolment procedures for all candidates

Regardless of citizenship

If your chosen Master’s degree does not require a pre-acceptance letter, please follow these steps:

Read the Call for Applications: Consult the Course Catalogue.
Register on Infostud: Obtain your student ID number (matricola). Registration link
Assessment of Requirements: Pay the €10 fee on Infostud by uploading the test code as indicated on the course call for application within the following deadlines:
Non-EU students (requiring a visa) and Marco Polo students: From July 2 and not later than September 15, 2026.
Italian citizens with foreign degrees, EU citizens, and non-EU citizens residing in Italy: Deadlines as set in Art. 3, paragraph 2 of the Student Regulations.
Submit Documents: Send the mandatory enrolment documents (see point 4) to verificarequisiti.studentistranieri@uniroma1.it.
Mandatory Supplement: You must include a detailed syllabus of your degree programme (lecture hours, theoretical, and practical activities) with the original university stamp, translated into Italian or English (no sworn translation required for the syllabus).
Note for non-EU students residing abroad: You may send your Study Visa and residence permit request at a later stage.
Verification: Wait for the office to complete the check of your international degree.
Finalize Enrolment: Once the procedure is complete, pay your tuition fees (see point 15).
Crucial for non-EU students residing abroad: Before paying, you must have sent your Study Visa and residence permit request receipts.

10. Bachelor’s degree and Single-Cycle degrees with Admission Test (PIVC) – enrolment procedures for all candidates

Please refer to the specific Call for Applications in the Course catalogue for detailed information, deadlines, and enrolment procedures.

11. Bachelor’s degree, Single-Cycle degrees and Master’s degree with restricted access - enrolment procedures for all candidates

For courses with restricted access, please strictly follow the procedures and deadlines outlined in the individual Call for Applications available in the Course catalogue.

12. Peculiar cases

In accordance with Ministerial regulations, specific rules apply to the following cases:

Italian Citizens with Foreign Qualifications: A foreign High School Diploma obtained abroad grants access to Italian universities only if it was awarded after at least the last two years of successful attendance within the foreign education system.\
US, UK, and Ecclesiastical Qualifications: If you hold a US High School Diploma, a UK qualification, or a degree from an Ecclesiastical Institution in Italy approved by the Holy See, please consult Attachment 1 of the Ministerial Regulations. For legalisation procedures regarding Holy See qualifications, refer to this document.\
International and Border Schools: Specific guidelines apply to Italian diplomas from border schools, international schools abroad/in Italy, European Schools (Law 151/1996), International Baccalaureate (IB) Diplomas, San Marino qualifications, and the International School of Trieste. Please refer to Attachment 2 of the Ministerial Regulations.\
Foreign Qualifications Obtained in Italy: If your foreign qualification was obtained after studies carried out primarily in Italy, its recognition is subject to the official accreditation of the institution, as established by Decree n. 214 (April 26, 2004) “Regulation containing criteria and procedures for foreign higher education institutions operating in Italy for the purpose of recognising their qualifications (implementation of Article 4 of Law No. 148 of 11 July 2002), in implementation of Article VI.5 of the Lisbon Convention.

13. Foundation Year

The Foundation Year Programme is designed for students who need to complete their basic education or meet the mandatory 12-year schooling requirement for enrolment in Italian universities as set by MUR.

Eligibility: Admission is open to:

Italian and EU citizens (regardless of residence).
Non-EU citizens legally residing in Italy.
Non-EU citizens residing abroad (Study Visa required, see point 5 for complete instructions).
Note: Non-EU students abroad must submit their pre-enrolment on Universitaly by June 30, 2026 (23:59 Italian time). Please check the list of mandatory documents for Universitaly.

Admission Requirements:

High School Diploma: Must be obtained after at least 11 years of schooling and grant access to university in the country of issuance. Please consult this document to verify qualification requirements based on the country of issuing.
English Proficiency: Minimum B2 level (CEFR), proven by an official certificate (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, CAE) or an online interview organized by the University.

Finalizing Enrolment:

Successful candidates must submit all mandatory documents by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications. The complete list of required documents for the Foundation Year is available at this link. For further details, visit the Foundation Year dedicated page.

14. Degree Programme Shortening

International students who wish to have their previous university career evaluated for a shortening of their degree programme (abbreviazione di corso) must first complete their enrolment for the first academic year in Sapienza.

Procedure:\ Within 30 days of enrolment (as per Art. 9 of the Student Regulations), you must submit your request via the online ticketing system by following these steps:

Activate your institutional email account as explained on the Email - Google Apps page.
Complete the application form for degree shortening and pay the €16.00 duty stamp (marca da bollo) online.
Open a ticket for the HELLO - International Student Office via the Ticketing Service, and upload the application form, the duty stamp payment and the below listed documents.

Required Documentation

A) If you have already obtained a University Degree abroad

University qualification and Academic Transcript: Original versions and official sworn translations (Italian or English).\
Based on the country of issuance:\
Countries in the ARDI - Automatic Recognition Database:
Statement of Correspondence, downloadable from ARDI.
Statement of Verification (for both degree and transcript) issued by CIMEA or, alternatively, legalisation/Apostille on original and translated versions. (See competent authorities for Apostille)\
Countries NOT in the ARDI - Automatic Recognition Database:
Statement of Comparability and Statement of Verification issued by CIMEA.\ alternative to CIMEA you may submit:
a Declaration of Value (DoV) issued by the competent Italian Diplomatic Mission or a Diploma Supplement (legalised/Apostilled). See competent authorities for Apostille\
Detailed Study Plan (Syllabus): A copy of the syllabus for each learning activity, including total study hours (theory and training). This must be signed and stamped by the University and translated into Italian or English (no sworn translation required for the syllabus).\
Application Form & Payment Receipt: The duly filled form and the €16.00 duty stamp receipt.\

Note: Check this document for additional requirements specific to certain countries.

B) If you have a partial academic career (No degree obtained)

Transcript of Records: Listing all exams taken, with an official sworn translation (Italian or English). Both the original and the translation must be Apostilled by the competent authorities or Legalised.\
Detailed Study Plan (Syllabus): As described above in point A (signed, stamped, and translated).\
Application Form & Payment Receipt: The duly filled form and the €16.00 duty stamp receipt.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

English-taught courses: If your previous degree/diploma was issued in English, a translation into Italian is not required.
Verification: The Hello - International Student Office will verify the completeness of your documentation before forwarding it to the relevant Faculty Student Affairs Office.
Evaluation: The final academic evaluation of your shortening request will be conducted by the specific Educational Committee of your degree course.

Declaration of Value (DoV) Details:

Must be issued by the Italian Diplomatic Mission in the country governing the relevant education system.
All qualifications including Transcripts (original and sworn translation) must be legalised or Apostilled.
A separate DoV is required for each title (High School and University), unless obtained within the same education system/country.
The DoV must specify the years of schooling, years of university attendance, and must confirm that the degree grants access to second-cycle programs.

Diploma Supplement:

Must display all information required for degree evaluation according to EU rules.
Translation into Italian is not required, but legalisation or Apostille is mandatory.

Useful Links:

15. Pay your tuition fees via PagoPA

For comprehensive information on tuition fees, grants, and exemptions, please consult the dedicated Fees and Benefits page.

Since March 1, 2021, all payments for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes must be made through the PagoPA system.

To learn how to process your payment, please visit the PagoPA Instructions page.

16. Evaluation methodology of foreign qualifications

To be eligible for admission to a Bachelor’s degree (Laurea), a Single-cycle Master’s degree (Laurea Magistrale a Ciclo Unico), or a 2-year Master’s degree (Laurea Magistrale), any foreign qualification must be recognized as suitable and comparable to the required Italian qualification.

Legal Framework:

The evaluation process is conducted in accordance with:

Decree 270/2004 (Art. 6)
Law 148/2002 (Ratification and implementation of the Lisbon Recognition Convention)
International practices shared by the ENIC and NARIC networks.

\ Assessment Criteria:

The recognition of qualifications for academic purposes is the exclusive competence of Higher Education Institutions. Sapienza Università di Roma evaluates qualifications based on:

Institutional Status: We verify the accreditation and recognition of the awarding institution, the teaching institution, and the specific study programme within the national education system of reference.
Qualification Validity: Qualifications are considered only if they are officially recognized by the issuing country's education system.
Key Elements: The evaluation takes into account the authenticity of the documentation, the duration and workload of the programme, its level, nature, learning outcomes, and the academic rights it confers in the country of origin.

\ Substantial Differences:

If a substantial difference is identified between the foreign qualification and the equivalent Italian system, the application may be refused. This precludes access to higher education in Italy or progression to the next academic cycle, even if the candidate has passed an admission test.

In the event of a refusal for a specific course, Sapienza may consider a partial recognition of the qualification through a degree shortening procedure for a lower academic cycle, allowing the candidate to eventually obtain an Italian degree.

17. Information and contacts

The Hello - International Student Office is responsible for:

Evaluation of foreign qualifications for admission to all undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for both international and Italian students.
Information regarding the course catalogue and degree programmes.
Database management for non-EU and Chinese students.
Liaison with Italian Embassies and Consulates abroad.

Note: For educational information (lecture schedules, professor office hours, course content, etc.), please contact the specific Degree Programme Office. You can find all relevant details under the “Contact us” tab of the specific degree course in the Course Catalogue.

Service Hours & Location

Address:\ Piazzale Aldo Moro 5, 00185 Roma – Palazzo dei Servizi Generali, Staircase C, 2nd Floor.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8.30 to 12.00 (noon)\ Tuesday and Thursday: 14.30 to 16.30

How to Contact Us

To ensure a prompt and accurate response, please follow these guidelines:

Email: studentistranieri@uniroma1.it\
Always include your full name, surname, and student ID number (matricola).
Please attach a copy of a valid ID.
Recommendation: Use your official Sapienza institutional email account.
Before contacting us please read following simple instructions\
Microsoft Teams:\
Connect with us via Teams at the following accounts:
- studentistranieri (Morning sessions)
- studentistranieri (Afternoon sessions)
Teams service hours\ Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8.30 to 12.00 (noon)\ Tuesday and Thursday: 14.30 to 16.30\
In-person Appointments: If you need to meet a staff member, please check the HELLO International Student Help Desk page.\
PEC (Certified Email): protocollosapienza@cert.uniroma1.it