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Politecnico di Milano
Milan, Italy
"Italy's top-ranked university and its first in the QS top 100"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#87 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months (job-search permit)
About Politecnico di Milano
Politecnico di Milano was founded in 1863 and is a public technical university for engineering, architecture and design. It reached #87 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, its best result ever and the highest for an Italian university, and it is first in Italy for the twelfth year running. It has seven campuses, in Milan (Leonardo and Bovisa), Como, Cremona, Lecco, Mantua and Piacenza. Many programmes are taught in English.
Rankings & Recognition
#87
Ranked #87 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (up 11 places), 1st in Italy.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Politecnico di Milano's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
83.40#84
Employer Reputation
90.10#72
Faculty Student Ratio
9.30#801
Citations per Faculty
53.90#343
International Faculty Ratio
74.40#317
International Student Ratio
69.30#281
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Key Facts
1863
Founded
#87
QS 2027 Rank
#1, 12th year
Italy Rank (QS)
7
Campuses
Public technical university
Type
Popular Programs
Computer Science and Engineering
Management Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Architecture
Design
Aerospace Engineering
Application Details
Application Route
Online via PoliMi admissions
Intakes
September (some MSc February)
BSc Engineering Test
TOL, 11 Mar - 16 Jul 2026
Design Test (English)
14 Mar - 14 May 2026
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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TOEFL iBT (Bachelor)
|
59 |
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IELTS (Master, approx.)
|
6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT (Master, approx.)
|
78 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Type D student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months (job-search permit)
Green Card Pathway
EU Blue Card / long-term permit
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
72%
Placement Ratio
12 months (job-search permit)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff —
Student-Staff Ratio —
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Notable Alumni
Giulio Natta
Renzo Piano
Gae Aulenti
Campus & Location
PoliMi has seven campuses: Milano Leonardo and Milano Bovisa, plus Como, Cremona, Lecco, Mantova and Piacenza.
Campus Details
7
campuses
1863
founded
Campus Forecast
Humid subtropical: cold foggy winters
hot summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
PoliMi residences approx. EUR 440-530 per month
Dining
University canteens with reduced student meal prices
Health & Wellness
Italian national health service (SSN) enrolment for students
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
University sports centre
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (basic, approx.)
approx. EUR 3,898 / year
Residence room (approx.)
approx. EUR 440-530 / month
Intakes & Deadlines
Engineering BSc admission tests for 2026/27 ran 11 Mar - 31 May and 1 Jun - 16 Jul 2026. The English-language Design test ran 14 Mar - 14 May 2026. Master's students can start in September or February.
Scholarships at Politecnico di Milano
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Secondary school diploma, admission test (TOL or equivalent) and English (TOEFL iBT 59 or equivalent).
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree and English (IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 78 approx.). Italian test needed to graduate.
English Proficiency
TOEFL iBT (Bachelor)
IELTS (Master, approx.)
TOEFL iBT (Master, approx.)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Secondary or bachelor degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Declaration of Value or CIMEA statement
English language certificate
Motivation letter
CV
Passport-size photo
Proof of funds
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the PoliMi admissions portal.
2
Apply online
Register on the PoliMi admissions portal and fill in the application form.
3
Pre-enrol
Complete pre-enrolment for your visa on the Universitaly portal.
4
Admission letter
Receive the acceptance letter after the university reviews your file.
5
Student visa
Apply for a Type D student visa at the Italian embassy or consulate.
6
Arrive & register
Apply for a permesso di soggiorno within 8 working days of arrival.
Campus & Location
PoliMi has seven campuses: Milano Leonardo and Milano Bovisa, plus Como, Cremona, Lecco, Mantova and Piacenza.
Master's
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Master's
Computer Science and Engineering
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Master's
Management Engineering
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Master's
Mechanical Engineering
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Master's
Aeronautical Engineering
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Master's
Architecture and Urban Design
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Master's
Product Service System Design
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Master's
Automation and Control Engineering
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Master's
Civil Engineering
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