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Everything you need to know about TOLC-E, TOLC-I, TOLC-F, TOLC-SU, TOLC-B, English TOLC variants, CISIA registration, scoring rules (+1 / 0 / -0.25), and university cutoffs.
If you are applying to a bachelor's degree program at an Italian public university, chances are you will need to sit a CISIA TOLC exam. Whether you are studying Economics, Engineering, Pharmacy, Biology, or Humanities, CISIA provides standardized computer-based entrance tests used for ranking international and local candidates.
Below is the complete section-by-section comparison table across all active TOLC exam tracks:
| Exam Variant | Primary Degrees | Section Breakdown | Total Questions | Total Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOLC-E | Economics, Business, Finance | Logic (13 Qs), Reading (10 Qs), Math (13 Qs), English (30 Qs) | 66 questions | 90 minutes |
| English TOLC-E | English-taught Business & Management | Logic (13 Qs), Reading (10 Qs), Math (13 Qs), English (30 Qs) | 66 questions | 90 minutes |
| TOLC-I | Engineering, Computer Science | Math (20 Qs), Logic (10 Qs), Science (10 Qs), Reading (10 Qs), English (30 Qs) | 80 questions | 110 minutes |
| English TOLC-I | English-taught Engineering & CS | Math (20 Qs), Logic (10 Qs), Science (10 Qs), Reading (10 Qs), English (30 Qs) | 80 questions | 110 minutes |
| TOLC-F | Pharmacy, CTF, Life Sciences | Chemistry (15 Qs), Biology (15 Qs), Physics (7 Qs), Math (7 Qs), Logic (6 Qs) | 50 questions | 72 minutes |
| English TOLC-F | English-taught Pharmacy & Biotech | Chemistry (15 Qs), Biology (15 Qs), Physics (7 Qs), Math (7 Qs), Logic (6 Qs) | 50 questions | 72 minutes |
| TOLC-B | Biology, Environmental Sciences | Mathematics (20 Qs), Biology (10 Qs), Physics (10 Qs), Chemistry (10 Qs), English (30 Qs) | 80 questions | 110 minutes |
| TOLC-SU | Humanities, Law, Social Sciences | Text Comprehension (30 Qs), Knowledge (10 Qs), Logic (10 Qs) | 50 questions | 100 minutes |
TOLC exam scores are calculated using standard CISIA weighted scoring:
| Outcome | Score Allocation | Impact on Rank Score |
|---|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1.0 point | Increases total score |
| Unanswered Question | 0.0 points | Neutral (no penalty) |
| Incorrect Answer | −0.25 points | Direct score deduction |
| Step | Action Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Create CISIA Account | Register on the official CISIA portal (cisiaonline.it) |
| Step 2 | Select Exam & Mode | Choose your exam type (e.g. English TOLC-E) and mode (TOLC@UNI at test center or TOLC@CASA at home) |
| Step 3 | Pay Registration Fee | Pay the fixed €30 exam fee via credit card or PagoPA |
| Step 4 | Download Booking Receipt | Keep your official payment receipt (*Ricevuta di Pagamento*) as proof for university applications |
| Step 5 | Sit Test & Check Score | Your score is displayed immediately on screen upon completing the exam |
| Feature | TOLC @UNI | TOLC @CASA |
|---|---|---|
| Location | In-person at an Italian university computer lab | Online at home via Zoom/SEB invigilation |
| Validity | Accepted by all universities requiring that TOLC | Accepted by all universities requiring that TOLC |
| Fee | €30 per sitting | €30 per sitting |
| Requirements | Valid Passport / ID | Quiet room, webcam, laptop, stable internet |
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