About the University of Milano-Bicocca
Founded in 1998 in the northern part of Milan, the University of Milano-Bicocca (UNIMIB) is one of Italy’s youngest and most dynamic public universities. Despite its relatively short history, it has rapidly secured a prestigious place in world rankings through its research quality and international collaborations. Offering a wide range of education from social sciences to medical sciences, the university is well-known for its modern campus facilities and sustainability-oriented approach.
Year of Foundation: 1998
Location: Milan, Lombardy, Italy
Official Website: UNIMIB
About the School of Medicine and Surgery (SMS)
The School of Medicine and Surgery (SMS) is a six-year degree programme in Medicine and Surgery taught entirely in English. Established in 2017, SMS is built around modern, student-centered teaching methods and is designed to prepare future doctors for an international medical career.
Developed through a strategic partnership between the University of Milano-Bicocca, the University of Bergamo, and the Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, this programme represents an innovative approach to medical education. The curriculum is based on the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model and integrates students into clinical mentoring processes starting from their second year.
📌 Please note that, unlike the university’s main campus, this specific programme is located in the city of Bergamo.
World Rankings
Overall University Rankings
| Ranking Organization | World Ranking |
|---|---|
| QS – World University Rankings 2026 | 542 |
| THE (Times Higher Education) – World University Rankings 2026 | 401-500 |
| ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) – 2025 Academic Ranking of World Universities | 301-400 |
| CWTS Leiden Ranking – Traditional Edition 2025 | 491 |
Medicine Subject Rankings
(These rankings reflect the overall performance of the medical faculty.)
| Ranking Organization | Medicine Ranking |
|---|---|
| QS (Medicine) | 165 |
| THE (Medical and Health) | 201-250 |
| ARWU (Clinical Medicine) | 151-200 |
| CWTS Leiden (Biomedical and health sciences) | 412 |
Admission Quotas and IMAT Score Ranges
Annual Student Quotas
- EU students: 30
- Non-EU students: 18
IMAT Score Statistics
This table shows the highest score among all admitted students, together with the minimum admission scores for the EU and Non-EU quotas.
| Academic Year | Highest Score (EU & Non-EU) | EU Minimum Score | Non-EU Minimum Score |
| 2025 | 86.2 | 64.8 | 65.1 |
| 2024 | 87 | 64.8 | 72.7 |
| 2023 | 74.9 | 43.3 | 54.2 |
Tuition Fees, Scholarships, and Accommodation
Tuition Fees
At Italian public universities, tuition fees are calculated based on the official ISEE (family income) certificate.
This system applies to both EU and Non-EU students, meaning that fees are income-based.
Depending on family income:
- Fees can be very low or even fully waived,
- Or can reach approximately €500–€5,000 per year for higher-income families.
Scholarships – DSU (Diritto allo Studio Universitario)
The DSU regional scholarship is a public financial aid program that provides eligible students with financial grants, accommodation, and subsidized meals. It is available at all Italian public universities and is awarded by the regional authority where the university is located.
Learn more about the DSU Regional Scholarship, which provides financial aid, accommodation, and meals to eligible students.
University of Milano-Bicocca Scholarships
Details on merit-based and financial-support scholarships offered by the University of Milano-Bicocca are available on the Financial Support page.
Accommodation
Learn more about student accommodation and housing options at the University of Milano-Bicocca.
