Quick Summary
Public in Turin, Italy — Politecnico di Torino, est. 1859. Ranked #241 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 38700 students including 19% from outside Italy. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is one of the top technical universities in Europe, located in Italy's industrial heartland, offering world-class engineering and architecture programs at a fraction of the cost of US or UK institutions.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMechanical EngineeringCivil and Structural EngineeringArchitectureElectrical and Electronic EngineeringMineral & Mining Engineering
Founded1859
TypePublic
Total Students38700
Intl Students19%
Faculty Ratio24.5
CampusUrban
Campus SizeMain campus 150,000 square meters
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of University and Research (MUR) Italy, EUR-ACE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#241
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401–500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501–600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Science,Master of Science,Doctor of Philosophy,Specializing Masters
Programs
35
PhD Programs
5
Online Programs
11
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of University and Research (MUR) Italy, EUR-ACE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL72
Min GPA3
GRERequired for some Master's programs
GMATOptional
SATAccepted for undergraduate exemption
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · April for Non-EU, July for EU
SPRINGApplication Deadline · September
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare early for the TIL (Admission Test). For Master's programs, ensure your portfolio or GRE scores are submitted as they weigh heavily in competitive subjects like Architecture and Automotive Engineering.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€2,600/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€9,500/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€3,600/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$22
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,120/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableTOPoliTO,EDISU Piemonte,Invest Your Talent in Italy,MAECI Grants
Avg Scholarship$8,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Science,Master of Science,Doctor of Philosophy,Specializing Masters programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Architecture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Aerospace Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with FCA, Ferrari, and Pininfarina
Industry Connections
StellantisLeonardoAvio AeroThales Alenia SpaceSiemens
Notable Alumni
Vilfredo Pareto,Corradino D'Ascanio,Battista Pininfarina,John Elkann
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
CUS Torino multi-sport complex
Student Clubs
40
Library Resources
Central Library of Architecture and Engineering with extensive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Magalhaes Network, UNITE!
Summer Programs
Available