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Largest choice of universities and specialisations; STEM OPT gives up to 3 years of work experience after an eligible degree.
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USA vs Italy for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in the USA and Italy: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- USA: median ₹98 lakh
- Italy: median ₹33 lakh
- Italy cheaper by ≈ ₹65 lakh
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USA or Italy: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, Italy is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹33 lakh versus ₹98 lakh in the USA. After graduation, the USA offers OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees, while Italy offers residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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USA vs Italy
- Median total cost
- USA: ₹98 lakh · Italy: ₹33 lakh
- Duration
- USA: 1.5–2 years (some 1-year programs) · Italy: 1–2 years
- Intakes
- USA: Fall (Aug/Sep) · Italy: September/October (main)
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Low public-university tuition with regional DSU scholarships; World-famous programs in design, architecture and engineering.
Budget first
Italy is about ₹65 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: USA (OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees) and Italy (Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation).
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On our data, Italy has the lower median total cost (₹33 lakh vs ₹98 lakh).
USA: OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees. Italy: Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation.
USA: Up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters. Italy: Up to 20 hours a week (1,040 hours a year).
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