ILM
ILM · Since 1982 · Pisa & Viareggio, Italy

Your International Success Hub for Studying in Italy

ILM (Istituto Linguistico Mediterraneo) guides international students end-to-end — from your first Italian lesson to enrollment, visa and settling in. One trusted team, every step of the way.

ASILS accredited
DITALS accredited
CILS accredited
International students enjoying life in Italy with ILM
1982
Year ILM was founded
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Years teaching Italian
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Campuses — Pisa & Viareggio
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Successful cases

Doing it alone vs. doing it with ILM

The same journey looks very different depending on who's guiding you through it.

Without ILM
With ILM
Understanding visa & permesso di soggiorno requirements
Scattered, generic information online
Step-by-step guidance from day one
Translating and legalising documents
Trial and error, translated by yourself
Checked and prepared with you
Enrollment paperwork with the school
Forms in Italian, no one to ask
Handled together, nothing missed
Ongoing support once you land in Italy
You're on your own
Chat assistant and your consultant

Moving to Italy is bigger than it looks

The course is the visible part. Most of the actual work happens beneath the surface — and it's where most students get stuck without help.

Above the surface — what you already expect
  • Choosing a course and level
  • Enrolling with the school
  • Paying tuition
  • Getting your certificate
Below the surface — what ILM handles with you
  • Visa & permesso di soggiorno paperwork
  • Document translation and legalisation
  • Finding real, safe housing
  • Opening a bank account and getting a SIM
  • Tax code, registration and local admin
  • Culture shock, homesickness, everyday questions

Our commitment to you

Every plan — from Self to Advanced — starts the same way: no risk, no hard sell, and a real person reviewing your case.

  • Free 25-minute consultation
    Talk to us before you commit to anything. No pressure, no obligation.
  • Chat assistant, always on
    Get quick answers about documents, deadlines and next steps whenever you need them.
  • Callback within 48 hours
    Submit the personal plan form and a consultant reviews your case within two working days.
Book your free consultation
An ILM advisor going through documents with a student
Your personal plan
Visa timelineHousing optionsEnrollment steps

Prepared with you during your free consultation.

Recognised and accredited by

CILS — Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua StranieraUNITER / ACCREDIA — Certified Educational Organizations Management System (ISO 21001)UNITER — Certified Service (UNI 11863)Ministero dell'Istruzione e del Merito (MIM)Erasmus+ — ILM Organisation ID E10435810
Local services
Visa support officesUniversity liaison desksInternational student support

Our students go on to study at

Polytechnic University of Milan
Sapienza University of Rome
University of Bologna
University of Padua
Polytechnic University of Turin
University of Milan
University of Naples — Federico II
University of Florence
University of Pisa
Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele
University of Rome «Tor Vergata»

How the programme works

Click a step next to the tower to see what it actually involves.

Language check
Which course level fits you

A short assessment before you enrol, so you start in the right class — not too easy, not overwhelming.

Leaning Tower of Pisa
4–12

Your programme — 4 to 12 months

Four months is usually enough to cover the essentials, but the deeper the preparation, the stronger your chances of full funding.

CILS

ILM: official CILS exam preparation partner

We match a course to your level, goals and enrollment deadlines. Classes run online with dedicated teachers — with special terms for our clients.

Find out which plan fits your case

A few questions about your language level and how much support you need — we'll suggest a starting point.

Question 1 of 3

How much hands-on support are you looking for?

Add-on services

Extra help you can add to any plan, whenever you need it.

Exam preparation

CILS online lessons and mentors, matched to your level and timeline.

Immigration legal support

Document review and apostille verification for your Italian paperwork.

Academic mentoring

Meet students already at your target university and build the academic connections that help you settle in faster.

The people behind your plan

The team that makes it all happen.

Grazia

Grazia

Document & visa specialist

Grazia checks every paper before it's submitted — translations, legalisation, visa forms — so nothing bounces back.

Rossana

Rossana

Leadership & Strategy

Rossana serves as Director, driving high-level strategy, overseeing key operations, and guiding the team toward core business goals to ensure long-term success.

Shahry

Shahry

PR Manager & International Coordinator

Shahry oversees media relations, crafts compelling brand stories, and manages key international projects to connect our brand with global audiences.

What students say

Mohammad
My main challenge was getting our university funding sorted — time was running out, and we were lost in the paperwork. They stepped in right away, gave us clear guidance at every stage, and resolved the whole issue in a matter of days. Truly saved the project!
Mohammad
Lynn
Honestly thought our trip was doomed because of visa nightmare stuff — deadlines were right there and the paperwork was total chaos. But the guys jumped right in, fixed all the mess in our application, and got everything approved crazy fast. Absolute legends!
Lynn
Roaya
Super fast, super friendly, and they actually reply! I've worked with other agencies before, but these guys are on another level — so patient and giving 100/100 every single time. Huge shoutout to Rossana, love you guys! ❤️
Roaya

Our students are thrilled with their results

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Average scholarship per student, per year
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Total scholarships secured by our students

Choose your level of support

Every plan includes a free 25-minute consultation.

Self

€450

Initial information and guidance to navigate the process on your own.

  • Free 25-minute consultation
  • Chat assistant access
  • Personal plan form (48h callback)
  • Self-guided document checklist
Prefer to talk first? Book a free consultation
Most popular

Basic

€900

Help with the basic procedures — documents, translations, visa and orientation.

  • Everything in Self
  • Document & translation support
  • Visa procedure guidance
  • University/school orientation
Prefer to talk first? Book a free consultation

Advanced

€1700

A personal consultant manages your entire case from start to finish.

  • Everything in Basic
  • Dedicated personal consultant
  • End-to-end case management
  • Priority support throughout
Prefer to talk first? Book a free consultation

Frequently asked questions

Yes, if you're ready to put in the work. We've had cases with offers from Politecnico di Milano, LUISS and other top schools. The key isn't waiting for a miracle — it's staying engaged: complete assignments, follow your mentor's guidance, and don't miss deadlines. We handle the rest.

Get your personal plan

Tell us a bit about your situation. A consultant will call you back within 48 hours.

A student celebrating her university acceptance in Italy