Cities
Five cities, four lenses.
Some are built around universities. Some move faster. Some are quieter. Some feel international from the first day.
Study
Universities and student life.
Live
Neighbourhoods, housing and everyday routines.
Cost
Everyday expenses and practical budgets.
Discover
Places, food, culture and things worth seeing.
Typical month
Approximate ranges for one student, 2026. Prices vary by neighbourhood and season.
| Cities | Milan | Bologna | Rome | Florence | Pisa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Room in a shared flat | €600–900 | €450–650 | €500–750 | €500–700 | €350–500 |
| Groceries | €220–320 | €200–280 | €220–300 | €210–290 | €190–260 |
| Transport | €22–40 | €0–30 | €20–35 | €20–35 | €0–25 |
| Phone, coffee, the rest | €80–150 | €70–130 | €80–140 | €70–130 | €60–110 |
| per month | €922–1410 | €720–1090 | €820–1225 | €800–1155 | €600–895 |