Language Requirements
All Unique cycle master's programmes are delivered entirely in Italian, giving you the chance to fully embrace the language and local culture. To enrol, you will need to:

• Provide an Italian language certificate at B2 level or higher (CEFR)
  OR
• Take the online Italian Language Proficiency Test offered by the University of Salento
  (link to dates, times, and participation guidelines)

Academic Requirements
To apply, you must hold a high school diploma equivalent to at least 12 years of schooling.

The official rules for the entry, stay and enrolment of international students, as well as the recognition of qualifications, are defined by the Circular of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

To complete the enrollment process, international students must submit the following documentation to the Admissions Office.

1. Final secondary school qualification
A secondary school diploma obtained after at least twelve years of schooling, valid for university admission in the issuing country and without substantial differences compared to the Italian system.

2. National university entrance exam certificate (if required)
Where applicable and mandatory in the country of origin (e.g., Gaokao, A‑levels, etc.).

3. Sworn or officially legalized translation (into Italian or English)
A translation of the documents listed above is required unless they are issued in English, Spanish, French, Portuguese or German.

4. Documents Demonstrating Correspondence to the Italian System

Submit one of the following:

• CIMEA Statement of Comparability, or
• ARDI Statement of Correspondence (if available for the country where you obtained your qualification), or
• Declaration of Value, issued by the competent Italian Embassy/Consulate.

5. Documents Demonstrating the Authenticity of the Qualification

Submit one of the following:

• CIMEA Verification Statement, or
• Apostille (Hague Convention), or
• Legalisation, or
• Official online verification systems.

6. Italian Language Requirement (Level B2 CEFR)

Submit an official Italian language certificate (B2 CEFR) issued by nationally or internationally recognized certification bodies (also available through Italian Cultural Institutes abroad). Certificates may be obtained in the country of origin through authorized centres.

OR

Pass the Italian Language Proficiency Test organized online by the University.
Dates, times, and modalities are published annually on the university website.

 

 FOR Non‑EU Students Residing Abroad
 (requiring a study visa — mandatory procedure via Universitaly)

• Choose your degree programme - Explore the degree programmes available below.
  Applicants choosing the Medicine degree programme are strongly advised to carefully consult the relevant Admission Call
• Pre‑enroll on Universitaly.it to begin the official study visa process and connect with the University. (instructions)
• Create your account on the University of Salento student portal: www.studenti.unisalento.it - (instructions: Text - Slides)
• Follow the procedure based on your programme type:

• Open‑access programmes -  Consult the admission calls
– Simply wait for your Universitaly application to be validated and get ready to join us.

• Limited‑access programmes -  Consult the admission calls
– Register for the selection test - (instructions)
– Pay the required fee - (how to pay)
– If admitted, your Universitaly application will be validated automatically.

• Wait for your visa to be issued and and prepare for your move to Italy.
• Complete your online enrollment (available only after validation + visa approval) - (instructions)
• Pay the first tuition instalment to secure your place.
• Schedule an appointment with the Admissions Office, informing us of your arrival date. - admissions@unisalento.it 
  We will assist you with all administrative procedures and verify your academic documents to finalize your enrollment.

 FOR EU Students or Non‑EU Students Already Legally Residing in Italy
 (no visa required — no Universitaly pre‑enrollment)

• Choose your degree programme - Explore the degree programmes available below.
• Create your account on the University of Salento student portal: www.studenti.unisalento.it - (instructions: Text - Slides)
• Follow the procedure based on the programme type:

 • Open‑access programmes - Consult the admission calls
 – Proceed directly with the online enrollment.

 • Limited‑access programmes - Consult the admission calls
 – Register for the selection test.
 – If admitted, proceed with enrollment.

• Pay the first tuition instalment to confirm your registration.
• Schedule an appointment with the Admissions Office, indicating your arrival date - - admissions@unisalento.it
  Our team will guide you through administrative procedures and verify your academic documents to finalize your enrollment.

Deadlines, procedures, and regulations are published every year in the Official Course Catalogue (Manifesto degli Studi)

Unique cycle Master's Degree Programmes 

DEADLINES FOR NON‑EU STUDENTS RESIDING ABROAD

• Pre‑enrolment on Universitaly.it (required to start the visa application procedure): by 20 July

• After your application on the Universitaly portal has been validated, you must apply for a visa by 30 November.

• Open‑access programmes: Registration and enrolment by 31 January

• Limited‑access programmes: Registration and enrolment: (usually August – September)
  deadlines are specified in the admission call

DEADLINES FOR EU STUDENTS OR NON‑EU STUDENTS LEGALLY RESIDING IN ITALY

• Open‑access programmes:
  Registration and enrolment from early July to early November, according to the Manifesto degli Studi

• Limited‑access programmes:

  • Registration and application for the admission test: see the relevant admission calls
    (starting from June)
  • Enrolment: until early November

 

International students pay a flat‑tax tuition fee, with no ISEE Parificato required.

• Tuition fees are:
  €1,000 per academic year, paid in 3 instalments
  (approx. €333.33 each)

First instalment only includes additional mandatory charges:

• Regional Tax for the Right to Education: approx. €190
• Virtual stamp duty: €16

Students holding international protection status are fully exempt from tuition fees, according to current regulations.

PAYMENT DEADLINES

Always check the Official Course Catalogue (Manifesto degli Studi) for confirmation.

Tuition fees are available on the Student Portal → “Payments (Pagamenti)” section.

First instalment

• Restricted‑access programmes:
  by the deadline stated in the Call for Admission (Bando di ammissione) published by each Department
   
• Open‑access programmes:
  by the first week of November for citizen of the European Union or non‑EU citizen legally residing in Italy (also the final deadline for enrolment)
  by 31 of January for non‑EU citizen requiring a visa to enter Italy (also the final deadline for enrolment)

Second instalment: by the end of March
Third instalment: by the end of June

 

 

 

International students may apply for the following scholarships, subject to eligibility requirements and deadlines.

ADISU Puglia Scholarship

• Call usually published in early July on ADISU Puglia web site

Invest Your Talent in Italy

• Call opens around 20 April
  https://international.unisalento.it/admission/scholarships-grants/invest-your-talent-in-italy

Unisalento4Talents

• Call typically opens in late May/June
  https://international.unisalento.it/admission/scholarships-grants/unisalento4talents

 

Useful Tip

We strongly recommend checking the scholarship websites regularly, reviewing previous calls, and respecting all deadlines, as late applications are not accepted.