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In the heart of Milan, Italy's economic and financial capital, stands one of the country's most prestigious academic institutions, and among the best in the world in its field: the Luigi Bocconi Commercial University.
Founded in 1902, Bocconi is now considered one of the best private universities globally, particularly in the fields of economics, management and social sciences. According to the QS World University Ranking 2025, Bocconi is seventh in the world in marketing and 10th in the business and management studies category.
Bocconi University in Milan was founded by Ferdinando Bocconi in memory of his son Luigi, who died in the war. In 1902 it opened its doors, starting symbolically with the inauguration of its library, which today is one of the most relevant in Europe in the field of economic and social sciences.
Over the course of the twentieth century, Bocconi expanded its educational offerings and facilities, going so far as to establish in 1971 the SDA Bocconi School of Management, today recognized as the best business school in Italy and among the top 3 in Europe, accredited by EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB (the three most prestigious international certifications for business schools).
In 1983 Bocconi joined the Program in International Management (PIM), a network that brings together the world's top business schools with the goal of facilitating international academic exchanges.
Knowdlege that matters: this is the slogan that welcomes students to the University's modern campus, suggesting the idea of practical, work-oriented knowledge. The University offers a rigorous, up-to-date and always cutting-edge education, thanks to an ongoing commitment to scientific research.
The job placement service is among the best in Europe: students often start internships in companies already in their first year. The network of contacts with Italian and international multinationals and institutions is one of the main advantages of studying at Bocconi.
According to the students themselves, another strength of Bocconi is meritocracy. Exchange programs abroad are based on academic performance, and even admission to graduate programs is through a selective test that values not only scientific skills but also critical thinking.
In addition to studying, students can participate in numerous extracurricular, sports and cultural activities: there are various student clubs active in finance, marketing, sustainability, geopolitics, etc.
The new Bocconi campus, located in southern Milan, is an example of architectural and environmental sustainability. Designed by the SANAA firm, it includes buildingsnear zero energy impact(near zero energy campus) an Olympic-size swimming pool, a modern university residence and numerous areas for extracurricular activities.
Out of about 15,000 students enrolled at the university, more than 3,700 come from abroad, making Bocconi a true international hub. A significant proportion of seats in English-language courses (50-55%) are reserved for international students.
Other Bocconi offices are located in Rome and Mumbai, confirming the university's global vocation.
The secret to the success of this highly renowned academic institution can certainly be attributed to the quality of the teachings provided, but also to the strategic vision that successive BoDs have set.
Educational offerings are constantly expanding, improving and adapting to the needs of the working world through exchanges with the world's top universities (290 partner schools in 55 countries).
In terms of subjects of study, Bocconi University specializes in disciplines that prepare professionals in the fields of economics, management, finance, legal science, political science, data science and artificial intelligence.
Below is an overview of the three-year courses provided for the 2025-2026 course year.
Courses in Italian:
Courses in English:
Studying at Bocconi is a major investment: annual tuition for bachelor's degrees in 2026 will be 16,700 euros and will rise to 18,200 euros for master's degrees. However, the university provides numerous scholarships based on merit and income, as well as university residences assigned based on economic, geographic and merit criteria.
For those who choose to study at Bocconi, in addition to tuition fees, it is important to consider the cost of living in Milan. It is a city with high costs, starting withhousing, which is unobtainable under 600 euros per month.
Due to the growing presence of foreign students, a collaboration has been established between Bocconi University and Welcome Association Italy (WAI), a union that specializes in supporting international students. WAI provides assistance in applying for a residence permit for study purposes and health coverage to stay in Italy.
