Admission to the ordinary courses activated by the IUSS School is open to citizens of all nationalities and is based on merit, through public selection.

The selection is aimed at ascertaining the candidates' high level of preparation, talent, motivation and potential for cultural and professional development.

Admission to PhD courses is reserved for holders of a Master's or Master's degree, or pre-reform, or equivalent qualification, in terms of duration and content, obtained abroad that gives access to PhD courses in the country of origin and judged suitable by the Admission Committee.

In order to be admitted to the doctoral courses it is necessary to pass the examinations envisaged by the Announcements of Competition issued by the School and published on the MUR website.