Quick Summary
Public in Milan, Italy — University of Milano-Bicocca, est. 1998. Ranked #490 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 37000 students including 6.5% from outside Italy. Known for strengths in Psychology, Physics, Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Modern research-intensive university located in Italy's economic capital with affordable tuition.
Subject Strengths
PsychologyPhysicsAstronomyMaterials ScienceMedicineSociology
Founded1998
TypePublic
Total Students37000
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio28.5
CampusUrban District
Campus SizeUrban
Affiliated HospitalsOspedale San Gerardo, Ospedale Niguarda Ca' Granda
AccreditationItalian Ministry of Education, University and Research (MUR)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#490
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Professional Master's
Programs
20+
PhD Programs
Limited blended learning options available
Online Programs
Nanomedicine Center (NANOMIB), Bicocca Applied Health Center (B-AHeC)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research (MUR)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare early for the TOLC entrance exams which are mandatory for many undergraduate courses in Italy.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€4,000/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€12,500/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€4,000/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€16,530/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDSU Regional Scholarships, Merit Scholarships, International Student Grants
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidIncome-based tuition fee reduction available
Work-Study150-hour collaboration contracts for students
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Professional Master's programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine and Surgery | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Biotechnology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Sociology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Milan-based multinational corporations
Industry Connections
PirelliSiemensDeutsche BankSTMicroelectronics
Notable Alumni
Federico Marchetti, various members of the Italian Parliament
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
University residences and private housing agreements
Sports Facilities
CUS Bicocca, Bicocca Stadium, various gym facilities
Student Clubs
Bicocca Alumni, various cultural and political student associations
Library Resources
Bicocca Library System (Economics, Law, Science, Medicine, Psychology, Sociology)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, SEMP, Extra-EU Exchange
Summer Programs
Bicocca Summer School (Marine Biology, Materials Science)