The University of Milan was founded in 1924, uniting two institutions that boasted a great tradition of medical, scientific and humanistic studies: the Accademia Scientifico-Letteraria (Scientific-Literary Academy), active since 1861, and the Istituti Clinici di Perfezionamento (Clinical Specialisation Institutes), established in 1906.
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Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 10 places compared to 2026
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 146 | 150 | 160 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Dropped 50 places compared to 2025
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 151 | 151 | 201 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
By TopUniversities
Climbed 6 places compared to 2026
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 285 | 276 | 270 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
By Times Higher Education
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2027 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 301 | 301 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
With a welcome desk for International students, faculty tutors, a psychological counsellingservice, assistance for disabled students and scholarships for deserving students, the University of Milan strives to offer the best possible conditions for university life.
This also applies to the refectory and accommodation services, the sporting activities and the initiatives organised directly by students and their associations.
Students residing abroad or having a foreign educational qualification can contact directly the Welcome Desk by sending an email to: international.students@unimi.it
All other students have to log in to Infostudenti, the information service that can be accessed through the University's website.
The University provides a refectory and accommodation service, based on criteria of financial need and academic merit.
It offers enrolled students approximately 400 beds, in halls of residence and apartments situated close to the university buildings. The accommodation is equipped with computers and recreational facilities.
The University of Milan has a network of 22 libraries, that share the same OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue), accessible 24 hours a day.
The catalogue contains approximately two million bibliographic records, covering old and modern books, printed and electronic periodicals and audiovisual material.The Digital Library offers 66.165 e-journals, 370.129 e-books, and 236 databases.
Wi-Fi service Eduroam: a worldwide Wi-Fi federation of Universities and Research centers.
Eduroam provides staff, professors, students and external users from federated institutions with a protected service that can be accessed from any laptop, smartphone or tablet in a simple and immediate way.
Users have access to all Unimi web services including the Digital Library.
The University’s departments are housed in important historic edifices in the centre of Milan, in the area known as Città Studi, and in modern buildings in the areas of via Noto and Sesto S. Giovanni.
Among the palazzos that house the University’s facilities are the old Ca' Granda – a monumental complex from the 15th-century in the heart of the historical city centre - the 18th-century Palazzo Greppi designed by Giuseppe Piermarini – who built the Scala Theatre in Milan – and the 17th-century Sant’Alessandro College commissioned by the Arcimboldi family.
CUS, the inter-university sport association, has special arrangements with a series of gymnasiums and sporting facilities, where students and university collaborators who hold a green or blue card can enjoy sports at reduced prices.
The University is a place for dialogue and debate, and therefore promotes the formation of cultural and political associations, offering equal opportunities in terms of space and resources, in order to guarantee the plurality of ideas and the understanding of students’ needs in the university environment.
There are students associations with different political colours that represent students in the Academic Senate, and cultural associations where students can simply join in to share their ideas and experiences.
The University of Milan has been accredited by the Lombardy Region as a provider of Continuing Education in Medicine - Continuing Professional Development (CEM - CPD).
Based on 100 reviews
my experience in the BS English program has been very good and informative . i have learned about english literature , linguistics, communication ,and different aspects of language .
We have highly competent professors and offer an incredibly wide range of courses, though the university struggles with a severe lack of funds. Fortunately, the students come from diverse backgrounds and are generally chill, laid-back people.
Studying at the University of Milan has been a challenging yet rewarding experience for me. As a student, I�ve found the academic environment to be both stimulating and demanding. The professors are generally very knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects, which makes lectures engaging, especially when they connect theory to real-world applications. However, the teaching style can sometimes feel quite traditional, with a strong focus on lectures rather than interactive learning. One of the aspects I appreciate most is the diversity of courses and resources available. The university offers a wide range of programs, allowing students to explore different interests and build a solid academic foundation. The libraries and study spaces are well-equipped, although they can get quite crowded during exam periods. On the administrative side, things can occasionally be frustrating. Processes like enrollment, scheduling, or accessing certain services are not always as smooth or efficient as I would expect, and it sometimes takes patience to navigate the system. Student life in Milan is definitely a highlight. The city itself offers countless opportunities for cultural experiences, networking, and social activities. Being surrounded by such a vibrant environment adds a lot to my overall university experience. Overall, while there are areas that could be improved, especially in terms of organization and modernization, I feel that studying here is helping me grow academically and personally. It�s an experience that is preparing me well for future challenges.
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