Bocconi University Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

Bocconi University has the distinction of being the first university in Italy to introduce a degree in Economics. It was founded in Milan in 1902, thanks to the magnanimous patronage of a wealthy merchant called Ferdinando Bocconi. Since its inception, the university has been contributing significantly to the socio-economic growth of the country. Its alumni network has over 100,000 alumni located across the world, engaged in a variety of careers. Bocconi University is based in a city of culture and provides a world of Art, Music, and Theatre for its students. Every year the university organises a Bocconi Art Gallery initiative to collaborate with international artists and prominent galleries. Its faculty comprises some of the best professors and experienced professionals from different parts of the world. The quality of education is top-notch, due to which many of its courses have been ranked among the top programmes in the world.

Courses Offered

 

What all courses are available to international students?

 

The university offers numerous programmes to students who wish to develop their careers in Economics, Legal Studies, Accounting, Finance, Management, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, and Marketing. It offers more than 40 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including research, specialised masters (Economics and Management, and Law), and PhD programmes in:

• Business Administration and Management
• Economics and Finance
• Legal Studies
• Public Policy and Administration
• Statistics and Computer Science

 

Eligibility & Documents Required

 

What are the eligibility requirements?

 

Bocconi University has programme and course-specific requirements. However, general academic requirements include:

 

UG Admissions

• A secondary school diploma or high school certificate obtained after 12 years of studies.
• The diploma must establish two years of studies (one-year diploma holders are not eligible).
• Students can either submit their SAT/ACT scores or go through the Bocconi Selection Online Test to be considered for the advanced selection process.

 

PG Admissions

• A bachelor degree that establishes 12 years of high school studies and three years of professional studies.
• The bachelor’s degree must be equivalent to the bachelor-level programmes taught at Italian universities and colleges.
• Students should also submit their GRE and GMAT test scores to support their application.

 

International students need to showcase English language proficiency by submitting any of these exam scores: 

English Tests Accepted	Minimum Expected Score
TOEFL iBT	88
Duolingo (DET)	110
IELTS	6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each section
CPE	180
CAE	173

Note: The academic and English language requirements can vary from as per programme. Therefore, students must refer to the university website for exact details of entry and language requirements. 

 

What all documents are needed for application?

 

The transcripts submitted by international students must be in English or Italian. If not, then the students must get them translated from an authorised person or institution. Apart from academic transcripts, international students need to submit the following documents at the time of application:

• SAT/ACT scores
• GRE/GMAT scores
• English proficiency test scores
• Motivational Letter or Personal Statement
• Student resume
• Letters of Recommendation (LORs)
• Passport copy
• Financial documents

 

Application & Tuition Fees

 

Is there any application fees?

 

The university charges EUR 100 for UG and PG programmes and EUR 120 for MBA programme as an application fee. All application fees are non-refundable.

 

What is the fee structure of courses offered by the university?

 

The estimated tuition fees for the undergraduate and graduate programmes are:

Programme	Annual Tuition (EUR)
BSc and Law	12,883
MSc	14,073
MBA	10,000-16,500
PhD	15,000

Source: Bocconi University

 

Note: The tuition fees might include charges as well. Also, they tend to change every year, and therefore, students must refer to the university website for exact details about the fee structure.

 

Scholarships & Financial Aid

 

Is there any scholarship or financial aid available for international students?

 

Bocconi University offers scholarships and funding based on the needs and merit of a student. Tuition fee waivers are provided to students with disabilities, and these can be greater than or equal to 66% of the total tuition amount. The entire tuition fee can be waived off for students who have applied for first-year or second-year BSc, MSc, and integrated MA in Law programmes. Students should apply for this waiver before mid-September, and the application dates start in early March.

Partial or total discounts on tuition fees are provided through need-based and merit-based scholarships. The deadlines and application requirements depend on the kind of financial aid or scholarships opted by the students. However, application dates for most scholarships start in March and May, and deadlines are usually around mid-May or mid-June, respectively. To receive continued scholarships every year, students need to attain the minimum credits prescribed by the university.

 

Admission Process

 

When do the admissions start?

 

For bachelor programmes, the university offers admissions in three sessions:

• Early Session: First round of admissions mainly dedicated to second-last year secondary school students willing to apply in advance.
• Winter Session: Second round of admissions open to students in their last year of secondary school and to students already graduated or coming from other universities.
• Spring Session: Third and last round of admissions that assigns approximately the 10% of total places available. It is open to last year secondary school students and to students already graduated or coming from other universities.

 

UG applicants should keep these key dates in mind while applying to the university:

Session	Application Begins	Application Deadline
Early	Mid-May	Late-June
Winter	Mid-November	Late-January
Spring	Late-March	Mid-April

 

For master’s programmes, international applicants can apply during any one of the five rounds of admissions:

Selection Rounds	Application Begins	Application Deadline
I	Mid-September	Late-November
II	Late-November	Late-January
III	Late-January	Mid-March
IV	Mid-March	Late-April
V	Late-April	Late-May

 

Note: The slots for the most sought after programmes and the majority of scholarships are likely to be allocated in the early rounds. International applicants will have the choice of the CHINA MIM programme in the application for the first four rounds of selection only. For exact closing dates of specific courses, check the respective course web page.

 

How to apply to UG and PG courses?

 

International applicants need to apply directly to the university through its application portal. However, the university has separate application portals for each programme. Applicants can visit these portals as per their chosen programme and start their applications process:

• UG Portal: idp.unibocconi.it/idp/profile/SAML2/Redirect/SSO?execution=e2s1
• PG Portal: idp.unibocconi.it/idp/profile/SAML2/Redirect/SSO?execution=e3s1
• MBA: idp.unibocconi.it/idp/profile/SAML2/Redirect/SSO?execution=e1s1
• PhD: idp.unibocconi.it/idp/profile/SAML2/Redirect/SSO?execution=e4s1

 

Some programmes may select applicants based on their performance in an interview round or video presentation. The interview round allows students to openly express themselves and talk about their profiles which might increase their chances of getting selected.

 

When will I hear from the university after I submit my application?

 

Bocconi University will screen and select applications within a couple of months or weeks, depending on how early or late you have applied for the programme/programmes. Some programmes require you to undertake the Bocconi Test, and the results of this test are usually declared within three weeks following the test date. The university will notify students about their selection via email. Otherwise, they can log in to the 'My Application' portal to check the status of their application.

 

Student Diversity & Preferred Profile

 

What are the chances to get into this university?

 

Bocconi University has an acceptance rate of 38%, which indicates that the competition is quite intense. International applicants are recommended to apply as soon as possible. As a matter of fact, early applications can have greater chance to be successful, to meet financial aid/scholarships opportunities, and have enough time for student visa processing.

 

UG Selection Process

International applicants are asked to upload their CV/resume and motivational letter, as these might be considered as additional factors in the evaluation of the applicant's overall profile. As per the university, UG selection is based on the following criteria:

Criteria	Weightage Given
Selection test score (Bocconi online test or SAT/ACT test)	55%
Third-last and second-last year GPA	43%
Language certificates	2%

 

PG Selection Process

International candidates are selected on the basis of a process that takes into consideration all elements of their profile and focusing on these three compulsory elements of evaluation:

• Results of the GMAT (or GRE) test: Provides a fair and objective way to compare applications. No particular scores are required to participate to the selection.
• GPA achieved in UG studies: Undergraduate GPA and transcripts are an indication of the applicant's previous academic performance. No particular scores are required to participate to the selections.
• Evaluation of the resume and Personal Statement: The admissions committee will evaluate the various documents and information included in the dossier and verify the applicant's overall profile, experience and knowledge. Motivational letters/CV supporting the candidate's application must be in English.

Applicants can also upload a video presentation (optional) in English on the Kira Talent platform as an additional element to your application. CEMS MIM, CHINA MIM, or ESSEC-Bocconi Double Degrees require further elements of evaluation, which strongly weighs qualitative/motivational aspects of the applicants.

 

Part Time Work While Studying

 

Can I work while studying here?

 

The university provides work opportunities on the campus to international students while they pursue their studies. Do note that students are not allowed to work for more than 200 hours during the AY 2020-21 due to the ongoing pandemic. However, work hour restrictions may change depending on the pandemic situation. Students who want to take up an internship can look for relevant opportunities at the Career Service Infopoint webpage and prepare themselves for job interviews. Students with valid student visas and permission from the university might also seek jobs outside the university campus. EU students stand a better chance of working outside the university as fewer restrictions apply to them.   

 

Campuses & Accommodation

 

How many colleges and campuses does the university have?

 

Bocconi University has two campuses, one in Milan (main) and the other is a new campus called Grafton Building, which was set up in 2008 to provide better accommodation facilities and services to students. The university is made up of five schools and eight departments through which it offers various programmes and courses.

 

 

 

Is on-campus housing available?

 

Bocconi University provides on-campus accommodation to students through residential halls available at both the campuses. The Milan campus has eight residence halls that provide hundreds of single rooms with private and shared bathrooms. Accommodation facilities include Wi-Fi connectivity, a heating & air conditioning system, a mini-fridge, and security services. The cost of on-campus housing accommodations are:

Accommodation Type	Monthly Cost (in EUR)
Single room	600-800
Private single room	600-800
Private double room	500-600
Flat	1,200

Source: Bocconi University

Note: The room rent changes every year. It might also include additional costs. Therefore, students must refer to the university website for exact details of the room rent and other accommodation charges.

 

University Contact Information

 

Whom should I contact in case of any doubts?

 

You can contact the university in case of queries or doubts:

Address: Bocconi University, Roberto Sarfatti, 25, 20100 Milano, Italy

E-mail: bocconi@unibocconi.legalmail.it

Telephone: + 39-02-5836-3535

Website: www.unibocconi.eu