Politecnico di Milano
Politecnico di Milano
Milano · public university
Politecnico di Milano is Italy's largest technical university, founded in 1863. For undergraduate engineering, admission is determined by the university's entrance test (TOL), the CISIA English Test (CEnT-S), or the SAT. For Master of Science programmes, international applicants apply through online evaluation calls and are assessed on their academic dossier including bachelor transcripts, course syllabi, curriculum vitae, and portfolio where required.
How to apply here
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Register on Politecnico di Milano Online Services
Create an account on the Online Services portal (servizionline) using your passport details to generate your personal university credentials.
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Take the entrance examination or submit test scores (Undergraduate)
Undergraduate applicants sit the remote TOL test in Italian, or take CISIA CEnT-S in English (converted to a score out of 100, excluding Biology and Chemistry), or submit SAT scores (minimum 620 Reading and Writing, 620 Math) by the deadlines defined in the call.
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Submit online application with academic dossier (Master of Science)
Upload your degree certificate, academic transcripts, detailed course syllabi, curriculum vitae, motivation letter, and English language certificate via the online application portal during the open call window.
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Pre-enrol on Universitaly (Non-EU students resident abroad)
Upon receiving admission, submit your pre-enrolment application on the Universitaly portal selecting Politecnico di Milano and your programme for study visa processing by the Italian consulate.
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Pay enrolment instalment and apply for residence permit
Confirm enrolment by paying the first instalment of 880.04 euros, upload visa and health cover details, and file for the Italian Permesso di Soggiorno within 8 working days of arrival.
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Deadlines
| Date | What | Intake | Who | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 May 2026 to 11 June 2026 | Undergraduate Engineering early enrolment phase (TOL score >= 75 or SAT >= 620/620) | 2026/27 | Everyone | Official |
| 18 June 2026 | Undergraduate Engineering deadline for registration in the first ranking | 2026/27 | Everyone | Official |
| 1 October 2026 to 1 December 2026 | Master of Science Engineering 1st application call (early bird, 50 euro fee) | 2027/28 | Everyone | Official |
| 1 October 2026 to 28 January 2027 | Master of Science Architecture and Design general application call | 2027/28 | Everyone | Official |
| 12 January 2027 to 25 February 2027 | Master of Science Engineering 2nd application call (standard, 150 euro fee) | 2027/28 | Everyone | Official |
| 4 March 2027 | Submission deadline for English language certificate to be eligible for international merit scholarships | 2027/28 | Everyone | Official |
Fees
Tuition fees are divided into two instalments. The first instalment of 880.04 euros is required upon enrolment (a reduction applies if an ISEE below 27,740 euros is submitted). For students submitting an ISEE or Equalised ISEEU Parificato with a standard study plan between 46 and 74 ECTS credits, total annual tuition ranges from 157.04 euros (for ISEE up to 22,000 euros) up to a maximum of 3,943.04 euros, with the second instalment ranging from 0 to 3,003 euros. International reserved non-EU students enrolling in Master of Science programmes with a foreign bachelor degree who have not been awarded a scholarship pay the maximum rate of 3,943.04 euros regardless of ISEE.
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- DSU Scholarships (Diritto allo Studio Universitario)
- Regional financial and merit-based scholarships awarded under an annual public call for both Bachelor and Master of Science students. Eligible students receive tuition waivers, accommodation access, canteen services, and cash allowances.
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- Politecnico di Milano Merit-Based International Scholarships
- Merit scholarships offered to top admitted international Master of Science students starting in the first semester. All awardees receive a full tuition-fee waiver and pay only a non-refundable administrative fee of about 170 euros, with select awards providing an additional gross living allowance of up to 10,000 euros per year. A valid English language certificate must be submitted by March 4th, 2027 to be considered for the 2027/28 intake.
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Programmes
| Programme | Degree | Language | Years | Admission test |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor | English | 3 | CEnT-S |
| Computer Science and Engineering | Master | English | 2 | Academic dossier evaluation |
| Mechanical Engineering | Master | English | 2 | Academic dossier evaluation |
| Management Engineering | Master | English | 2 | Academic dossier evaluation |
| Biomedical Engineering | Master | English | 2 | Academic dossier evaluation |
| Space Engineering | Master | English | 2 | Academic dossier evaluation |
| Architectural Design and History | Master | English | 2 | Design portfolio and dossier evaluation |
| Civil Engineering for Risk Mitigation | Master | English | 2 | Academic dossier evaluation |
Every fact on this page was checked against official sources on 23 October 2026. Deadlines change every year: the university's own call is binding (official page).