Universities in Milan
Milan has 7 universities in our index, offering 519 study programmes — 175 taught in English. Here's how the city scores for student life, and who teaches what.
City Life Index
4/10Affordability
6/10Safety
9/10Student vibe
7/10English-friendly
5/10Weather
10/10Transport
Milan offers a vibrant student life with excellent public transport and high walkability, though it is one of Italy's more expensive cities and experiences varied weather.
Universities in Milan
| University | Research rank (EU) | Programmes | English-taught |
|---|---|---|---|
| Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele | #103 | 23 | 4 |
| University of Milano-Bicocca | #133 | 87 | 19 |
| Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore | #136 | 135 | 32 |
| Humanitas University | #199 | 11 | 2 |
| University of Milan | #204 | 166 | 44 |
| Politecnico di Milano | #326 | 73 | 51 |
| Bocconi University | #349 | 24 | 23 |
What you can study in Milan
- Management (43)
- Physiotherapy (40)
- Nursing (38)
- Arts and Design (19)
- Medicine (18)
- Economics (15)
- Psychology (14)
- Law (14)
- Computer Science (13)
- Education (13)
- Biotechnology (12)
- History (11)
- Biomedical Sciences (11)
- Media and Communication (11)
- Linguistics and Languages (11)
- Engineering (10)
Frequently asked questions
- How many universities does Milan have?
- Our index lists 7 universities in Milan with 519 study programmes between them, 175 taught in English.
- Is Milan affordable for students?
- Milan scores 4/10 on affordability in our City Life Index. Students in Italy spend roughly €824 a month on living costs. Full breakdown: Cost of studying in Italy.
Last updated 2026-08-17.