Few nations are as interesting as Italy for international students looking for a world-class education at an affordable price. Along with education, the country has a diverse selection of social and recreational activities. The country's cultural significance dates back to ancient times, and it's heaven for history and archaeology students.

The University of Bologna, which is steeped in history, has been welcoming students since 1088. It is the world's oldest university, and its founding gave the city one of its nicknames: la dotta, or "the learned one." The city initiated the Bologna Process, which developed a set of norms for excellence in higher education within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).