Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Milan. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2026):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 12 | $450 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 9 | $450 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 8 | $450 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 6 | $450 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 6 | $450 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 6 | $450 | See → |
| Business & management | 4 | $450 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 4 | $450 | See → |
| Social sciences | 4 | $450 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 2 | $450 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 1 | $450 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 1 | $450 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $450 | See → |
Costs and entry
10 courses mention scholarships.
Jobs after studying at the University of Milan
The job market for the University of Milan's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Italy.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at the University of Milan cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $450 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: life sciences & biotechnology courses are typically $450, life sciences & biotechnology $450.
How is the University of Milan ranked?
The University of Milan is ranked #270 by QS (2027), #370 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #281 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Veterinary Science (#49) and Pharmacy & Pharmacology (#52).
What IELTS score does the University of Milan need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (1 of the 1 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does the University of Milan offer?
64 postgraduate courses across 13 fields; the largest are life sciences & biotechnology (12), environment, sustainability & agriculture (9) and natural sciences (8).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Milan's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2027, Times Higher Education 2027, ARWU 2026, QS subject rankings 2026.