The University of Basilicata's facilities, offices, and departmental buildings are spread across three campus locations, totaling 96,000 square meters.

There are around 7500 students in the university.

In order to apply for undergraduate studies at the University of Basilicata (UNIBAS) as an international student, you typically need a valid secondary school diploma (after 12+ years of education, frequently with an entrance exam passed in your home country), translated or legalized documents, a valid passport, application form, motivation letter, CV, proof of English/Italian skills (if required), and possibly a TOLC test (for some programs). Important procedures include compiling official documents (diploma, transcript, syllabus), reviewing program-specific entrance exams (such as TOLC), and uploading online. Official translations and legalization are essential for EU/non-EU regulations.

International applicants for postgraduate admission at the University of Basilicata must have an undergraduate degree, transcripts, a CV, a motivation letter, proof in English or Italian (depending on the program), a passport, recommendation letters, and specific program documents. They can also expect to apply online through Universitaly for pre-enrollment, submit documents (translated or legalized if not in Italian or English), and possibly take an admission test for courses that are restricted, with an emphasis on self-certifications for Italian systems.

In addition to offering resources like student services, disability support, and sports facilities across campuses in Potenza and Matera, the University of Basilicata (UniBas) supports student safety through impartial counseling for harassment (Confidential Counselor), welfare monitoring (Student Ombudsman), and strong governance.

Student life at the University of Basilicata (UniBas), which is spread across campuses in Potenza and Matera and focuses on the humanities, sciences, engineering, and more, offers a variety of Italian university experiences, including opportunities for cultural exploration in Southern Italy and support systems like scholarships, student ombudsman, sports committees, and student associations.

The University of Basilicata (UniBas) does not have its own residence halls; instead, students are directed to the regional organization ADISU for subsidized housing or private options, such as shared flats or B&Bs in Matera or Potenza.

With the goal of integrating students into the workforce, the University of Basilicata (Unibas) supports student careers through AlmaLaurea for job matching and CVs, specialized "Career Tools" for skills like CV writing and LinkedIn, extensive internship and placement programs