🇮🇹 COMMON MYTHS ABOUT STUDYING IN ITALY - DEBUNKED!
Many of you have been messaging me with concerns about studying in Italy. Let me clear up some misconceptions I had myself before coming here!
❌ MYTH #1: "You need to be fluent in Italian"
✅ REALITY: Many programs (especially Master's) are taught ENTIRELY in English! At UNIBO, I'm studying in English, and my Italian is still basic. For daily life, basic phrases are enough to start, and you'll naturally improve while living here
❌ MYTH #2: "It's too expensive for Uzbek students"
✅ REALITY: Unlike many European countries, public universities in Italy can be FREE based on your financial situation. Add the €8000 annual scholarship, and you can actually SAVE money while studying. My monthly expenses are similar to what many spend in Tashkent!
❌ MYTH #3: "Italian degrees aren't valuable"
✅ REALITY: Italian universities are among the oldest in the world and highly respected globally. UNIBO ranks in the top 150 worldwide. My degree is recognized throughout Europe and beyond.
❌ MYTH #4: "You'll be isolated as an Uzbek student"
✅ REALITY: There's actually a growing community of Uzbek students in major Italian cities like Rome, Torino, Bologna. Plus, Italian universities are incredibly international. At UNIBO, I have friends from 20+ countries.
❌ MYTH #5: "The visa process is nearly impossible"
✅ REALITY: While getting a visa requires paperwork, it follows a standardized process. With proper documentation and guidance, approval rates for students with university acceptance are quite high
MY EXPERIENCE:
When I first considered Italy, these same myths almost stopped me. I imagined endless bureaucracy and impossible hurdles. The reality? While not without challenges, the process got far more accessible than I imagined.
Getting accurate information early is key. Many struggles come from starting with misconceptions or getting advice from people who haven't been through the process themselves.
💭 Questions about any of these points? Drop them in the comments
📲 For those who want/need expert guidance through the entire process, my trusted partner and friend @SunnatsEducation specializes in Italian university applications for students. Reach out to them directly for their special offer for 70+ Family members.
Next post: Step-by-step application timeline - what to do when if you want to start in Fall 2025! 📆
@SeventyPlus #italy
Many of you have been messaging me with concerns about studying in Italy. Let me clear up some misconceptions I had myself before coming here!
❌ MYTH #1: "You need to be fluent in Italian"
✅ REALITY: Many programs (especially Master's) are taught ENTIRELY in English! At UNIBO, I'm studying in English, and my Italian is still basic. For daily life, basic phrases are enough to start, and you'll naturally improve while living here
❌ MYTH #2: "It's too expensive for Uzbek students"
✅ REALITY: Unlike many European countries, public universities in Italy can be FREE based on your financial situation. Add the €8000 annual scholarship, and you can actually SAVE money while studying. My monthly expenses are similar to what many spend in Tashkent!
❌ MYTH #3: "Italian degrees aren't valuable"
✅ REALITY: Italian universities are among the oldest in the world and highly respected globally. UNIBO ranks in the top 150 worldwide. My degree is recognized throughout Europe and beyond.
❌ MYTH #4: "You'll be isolated as an Uzbek student"
✅ REALITY: There's actually a growing community of Uzbek students in major Italian cities like Rome, Torino, Bologna. Plus, Italian universities are incredibly international. At UNIBO, I have friends from 20+ countries.
❌ MYTH #5: "The visa process is nearly impossible"
✅ REALITY: While getting a visa requires paperwork, it follows a standardized process. With proper documentation and guidance, approval rates for students with university acceptance are quite high
MY EXPERIENCE:
When I first considered Italy, these same myths almost stopped me. I imagined endless bureaucracy and impossible hurdles. The reality? While not without challenges, the process got far more accessible than I imagined.
Getting accurate information early is key. Many struggles come from starting with misconceptions or getting advice from people who haven't been through the process themselves.
💭 Questions about any of these points? Drop them in the comments
📲 For those who want/need expert guidance through the entire process, my trusted partner and friend @SunnatsEducation specializes in Italian university applications for students. Reach out to them directly for their special offer for 70+ Family members.
Next post: Step-by-step application timeline - what to do when if you want to start in Fall 2025! 📆
@SeventyPlus #italy
