University of Trento
The University of Trento was founded in 1962, making it one of Italy's youngest major universities, yet it has become one of the country's strongest for research quality relative to its size. Located in Trento, with an additional campus in nearby Rovereto, the university hosts around 2,500 international students among a total student body of roughly 15,000. This guide covers exactly what Bangladeshi students need for admission, including the specific IELTS threshold UniTrento requires.
The University of Trento (Università degli Studi di Trento, often called UniTrento) began as a Higher University Institute for Social Sciences in 1962. Despite being one of Italy's youngest universities, it has built a strong reputation for research quality and now offers roughly 50 undergraduate programmes and 70 postgraduate programmes, spanning fields including engineering, computer science, economics, sociology, and law, delivered across 8 academic departments.
The university operates primarily from its main campus in Trento, with an additional site in nearby Rovereto. In the QS World University Rankings 2026, UniTrento is ranked 438th globally and sits among the top 10 universities in Italy according to Times Higher Education's regional assessment. If you've already read our guide on why Italy is a strong destination for higher education, UniTrento is a good example of the kind of smaller, research-strong institution that Italy's public university system offers alongside its larger, historic names.
QS rankings are reviewed annually and figures vary depending on the year a source references. The 438th figure above reflects the most current 2026 cycle available at the time of writing. Always confirm the current year's ranking before relying on it.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Academic (Bachelor's) | 12 years of schooling, equivalent to the Italian "Diploma di Maturità" - Bangladeshi HSC generally satisfies this |
| Academic (Master's) | Completed 3 or 4-year Bachelor's degree in a relevant field |
| English-taught programmes | IELTS 6.0 minimum, or TOEFL approximately 80 (iBT) |
| Italian-taught programmes | B2 level Italian proficiency (most Bachelor's programmes at UniTrento are Italian-taught) |
Important: unlike some larger Italian universities, most Bachelor's programmes at UniTrento are taught in Italian, not English. English-taught options exist primarily at Master's level. Confirm the language of instruction for your specific target programme before assuming an IELTS score alone is sufficient.
Some programmes at UniTrento require the TOLC test or a university-specific online admission test, similar to the entrance testing structure used across other Italian public universities. Requirements vary by programme, so confirm whether your target course requires this before applying.
Tuition estimates for UniTrento vary significantly across publicly available sources, more so than at some other Italian universities. Figures range from roughly €1,500 to €2,500 per year at the lower end, up to €4,500 to €6,500 annually in other estimates.
Important: given how widely these estimates vary, treat any single figure as a rough starting point only. Like most Italian public universities, actual tuition at UniTrento is generally calculated using the ISEE income-based system, meaning your real cost depends on documented family income and your specific programme. Confirm your actual bracket directly with the university or with our counsellors before budgeting around any online estimate.
UniTrento offers a range of scholarships, tuition waivers, and merit-based grants to qualified international students. Trentino's regional student services body administers most need-based support, similar to how ER.GO functions in Emilia-Romagna or EDISU in Piedmont.
Trento consistently ranks among Italy's most livable student cities, offering a strong quality of life alongside its academic reputation. Students also have access to on-campus housing options, including dormitories, shared apartments, and guest houses, managed through the university's residential services. The university additionally maintains its own sports center, giving students regular access to recreational facilities alongside coursework. With around 20,000 prospective applicants and roughly 50,000 alumni worldwide, UniTrento maintains an active international academic network despite its comparatively smaller size next to universities like Bologna or Rome.
University details above are based on publicly available admissions information for the University of Trento. Tuition, scholarship terms, and entrance test requirements are reviewed annually and should be confirmed directly with the university or with our team before applying.
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