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Milan, Italy

Bocconi University

#7 QS World RankingPrivateEurope

QS World Ranking

#7

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Tuition (USD)

$14,000

On-Campus Housing

Available

Application Deadline

January 10

via Direct

Student Body

Total Enrollment

14,000

students

International Students

42%

US Students

8%

of total enrollment

Figures are approximate based on institutional reports and QS data.

Why This School

Europe's top business and economics university in fashion-forward Milan with world-class industry connections.

QS Subject Rankings 2025

Rankings by academic subject — source: QS World University Rankings by Subject

#12Economics & Econometrics#14Business & Management#16Accounting & Finance#51–100Law

Notes for US Students

Europe's top business school. English bachelor's and master's programs. Milan is EU's fashion/finance hub.

Admission Criteria

Key requirements for US students applying to Bocconi University

Acceptance Rate

25%

Selective

Application System

Direct

Deadline

January 10

Instruction Language

English/Italian

School Type

Private

Annual Tuition

$14,000

Requirements Checklist for US Applicants

  • Apply directly via Bocconi portal by January 15
  • SAT 1400+ or ACT 31+ or IB 38+ strongly recommended
  • IELTS 7.0+ or TOEFL 100+ (programs taught in English)
  • High school transcripts with strong academic record
  • Personal essay required
  • Bocconi Merit Award scholarship application included in admission process

Class Size

Avg. Lecture60 students
Avg. Seminar20 students
Student : Faculty10:1

Academic Calendar

SystemSemester (2/yr)
Fall TermEarly SeptemberMid-December
Spring TermEarly FebruaryLate May
BreaksDec–Jan, Jun–Aug

Requirements may vary by program. Always verify with the university's official admissions page.

Admission Details

Language of Instruction
English/Italian
Estimated Annual Tuition
~$14,000 / year
Application Deadline
January 10
Application System
Direct
School Type
Private
Acceptance Rate
25%

Programs Offered

BusinessEconomicsLawPolitical ScienceData Science

Scholarships to Explore

  • Bocconi Merit Award
  • Bocconi Financial Aid

Cost of Living — Milan, Italy

Moderate Cost
Rent (1BR near campus)$850/mo
Groceries & dining$290/mo
Transportation$80/mo
Misc (phone, entertainment)$220/mo

Estimated monthly total

$1,440

vs. avg US college student

24% cheaper

US avg ~$1,900/mo

Milan is Italy's most expensive city but affordable vs. London or Paris. ATM transit pass for students is subsidized.

Estimates based on 2025–26 student budgets. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and housing choice.

About Studying at Bocconi University as a US Student

Bocconi University is located in Milan, Italy and is ranked #7in the QS World University Rankings. The school offers programs in Business, Economics, Law, Political Science, Data Science. Instruction is offered in English/Italian. The estimated annual tuition for international students is ~$14,000 / year, with an acceptance rate of approximately 25%. Applications are submitted through Direct with a deadline of January 10. Scholarships available include the Bocconi Merit Award.