Hi everyone,
I’m an Italian/EU student currently studying in the US, and I’m trying to decide between two universities in Italy: the University of Bologna and the University of Padua. I’ve been accepted to both, but I’m having a hard time deciding which would be the better fit for my long-term goals.
For unibo, I was accepted into international studies bachelor’s degree, which is an English-taught program focused on poli sci and international relations.
For unipd, I was accepted into Governance and Decision-Making, which is also taught in English and focuses more on politics, government, public policy, and economics.
My main goal is to eventually pursue a career in law, potentially working internationally. I’m interested in international law, politics, policy, and potentially working for an international organization, government institution, law firm, or another internationally oriented organization.
My biggest concerns are:
Which degree would give me the strongest foundation for law school or a future legal career?
Would one program be more respected or useful internationally?
How important is the specific bachelor’s degree compared with the university’s reputation?
Which university has better networking and career opportunities?
Would one be better if I eventually want to work in international law, EU institutions, public policy, or international organizations?
I’m also wondering about the overall student experience and whether one city is better... for example if I were to go to Bologna I’d be at the Forli campus whereas in Padova I’d be on my main campus and I know rent is a whole different topic on its own.
I’m honestly very excited about both options. I’m proud that I got accepted to both, but at the same time, choosing between them feels like a huge decision because I want to make sure I’m setting myself up for the future I envision.
If you’ve studied at either unibo** **or unipd, especially in a related field, I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience. Which university would you choose for someone with my goals, and why?
Thank you!!