The University of Parma, like most Italian Universities, is not a residential University, i.e., it does not have dormitories or long-term apartments for students. Therefore, students must search for an accommodation on their own in the private rental market However, there are various possibilities to find accommodation, and the University will assist students through the following “Welcome Office”:
Mobility, Welcome and International Students Unit
Centro Accoglienza e Inclusione – Servizio Accoglienza (Welcome Office)
Università di Parma
Piazzale San Francesco, 2
I-43121 Parma PR, Italy
Tel.: +39 0521 034150
E-mail: welcome@unipr.it
Most room listings become available around July each year, which corresponds with the standard annual contract renewal period.
To finalize your Visa processing, you are often asked an “Accommodation Letter” from the University of Parma. Such a letter is available in this pdf.
We will strive to accommodate you for the first weeks upon your arrival in our guest houses or affiliated structures. In case these options reach full capacity, you can explore external housing portals through the following links:
Additionally, checking the student-run Instagram page @fuorisede_parma can be very helpful for finding local room postings.
For details and booking regarding short-term stays at the Parma Hostel, please visit: https://it.ostellodiparma.it/
Another valuable housing resource is ER.GO, which assigns student rooms based on financial need and academic merit through a competitive application process. However, if any rooms become vacant during the academic year, you may also book them as a temporary visitor directly through the ER.GO portal.
Further information on accommodation opportunities in Parma can be found at: https://www.unipr.it/en/find%20accommodation
and in the welcome package booklet for Erasmus and International students at https://www.unipr.it/en/prepare-your-arrival-parma