University of Milan (University of Milano)
The University of Milan (Università degli Studi di Milano) offers the Medicine and Surgery program taught in English under the name International Medical School (IMS). The program has a multi-stage structure, with a two-year preclinical period at the LITA campus in Segrate and the clinical period conducted at affiliated hospitals in Milan.
When evaluating IMS, not only IMAT/cut-off should be considered; Non-EU quota, tuition fee system, DSU Lombardia scholarship, English proficiency certificate, and Universitaly/pre-enrollment process should be considered together.
Useful Information
Program
Medicine and Surgery (International Medical School)
Language of instruction
English
Duration
6 years
Degree
LM-41 · Single-cycle Master's Degree
Entrance Exam
IMAT
The most recent data period
2025/2026
Total Quota
70 (2025/2026)
Non-EU joint pool residing in the EU + Italy
55 (2025/2026)
Non-EU quota residing outside Italy
15 (2025/2026)
Latest Non-EU cut-off in the site data
72.9 (2025/2026, position —)
Latest published EU quota / cut-off
55 seats · 65.8 cut-off (2025/2026)
Universitaly / IMAT
The national exam date is fixed; the IMAT registration window, Universitaly, and Milan local dates should also be checked separately
IMAT Date
September 29, 2026 (MUR national exam schedule)
Tuition Fee
It varies according to ISEE and the flat-rate system for 2026/2027
Quota and Non-EU Cut-off Data
| Academic year | EU quota | EU cut-off | Non-EU quota | Non-EU cut-off | Ranking position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/2026 | 55 | 65.8 | 15 | 72.9 | — |
| 2024/2025 | 55 | 67.8 | 15 | 75.7 | — |
| 2023/2024 | 55 | 46.6 | 25 | 60.2 | — |
The EU and Non-EU quota/cut-off columns show the official ranking data published in the relevant years. Past cut-off values do not guarantee acceptance for future periods.
For Milan IMS, in the last two completed periods (2024/2025 and 2025/2026), the standard Non-EU quota appears as 15; in the 2023/2024 period, this quota was published as 25.
The ranking position data is not displayed on this page because it has not been verified with a reliable and direct Milan source. The cut-off score and ranking position are different concepts; knowing only the cut-off score does not indicate the exact position of that score in the ranking.
Cut-off values reflect past years; they do not create a guaranteed or target score commitment for the next year.
Within the scope of the Marco Polo Project, a separate Marco Polo quota will not be shown on this page unless a separate quota is specified in official announcements for Milan IMS.
Program and training structure
Milan IMS is a single-cycle Master's Degree program lasting six years and worth 360 ECTS, and it is conducted in English.
The program has a two-stage structure: the two-year preclinical period is conducted at the LITA (Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Advanced Technologies) campus in Segrate; the clinical period is carried out at affiliated hospitals in Milan such as Niguarda, Sacco, and San Paolo.
According to the official program sources of the university, the curriculum includes clinical case discussions and research methods from the first year.
Tuition Fee
At Milan IMS, the tuition fee is collected in a single item called "Contributo onnicomprensivo" (all-inclusive) and is paid in two installments: a fixed first installment paid at registration and a second installment that varies according to the student's fee status.
For international students whose family income is not generated in Italy, the university applies a flat-rate logic based on citizenship; countries are divided into three groups (Group A, B, C) according to economic indicators. The exact Euro amounts for this grouping will be additionally verified through the official 2026/2027 fee annex.
The student can request that their fee be calculated based on their family's actual economic situation by presenting the ISEE (Italian Equivalent Income Indicator) or equivalent documents accepted by the university; for students whose ISEE is below 30,000 euros, a "no tax area" can be applied to the second installment.
In the absence of presenting the required income documents, a higher or maximum second installment amount may be applied for the student.
According to the 2026/2027 fee regulation; the exact amount varies depending on the student's status, income document, and the relevant fee band. It is recommended to review the current fee table in the university's official regulation document before applying.
2026/2027
The university's "Contributo onnicomprensivo" (all-inclusive) fee system starts at a minimum amount of 146 Euros, with the basic upper limit appearing to be 4,291.12 Euros. The exact amount varies according to the student's status, income documentation, and the relevant fee band.
Scholarship and dormitory applications
The main scholarship institution in Milan is the DSU (Diritto allo Studio Universitario) framework, financed by Regione Lombardia, MUR, and NextGenerationEU funds; within this framework, 'University Right to Study Scholarships' are offered.
Applications are made through the Sportello Servizi agli Studenti portal. The deadline for scholarship applications for the 2025/2026 academic year has been published as September 30, 2025, at 23:59 (GMT+2); a separate and earlier deadline of August 21, 2025, has been set for accommodation applications.
In order to show the economic situation of families residing abroad, documents such as the DSU Self-Declaration, ISEE Parificato for foreign income, and (if available) official/registered rental agreement are requested.
For the continuation of the scholarship, it is expected that first-year single-cycle program students complete 35 ECTS credits by August 10 of the academic year; in addition to this condition, a tolerance of 5 credits (bonus) can be applied.
This information has been presented to explain the general operation of the DSU/Milan scholarship processes; eligibility for the scholarship is not guaranteed and will be evaluated according to the conditions of the current call for each academic year. As of the date this page was prepared, the official application deadline for the 2026/2027 academic year has not been published.
Diploma Compatibility and Required Documents
- Valid passport or identity document
- High school diploma
- Documents showing the completion of 12 years of education
- Documents that have undergone official translation, legalization, or apostille procedures
- Declaration of Value or CIMEA Statement of Comparability (one of the accepted credential-recognition documents)
- A valid English proficiency certificate at the pre-enrollment/visa stage
- Academic transcript that may be requested if necessary during the application and document evaluation process
Official Communication and Application Channels
Office of International Admissions and Credentials Evaluation: Deals with foreign diploma evaluation and international student application processes.
Welcome Desk (International Students Office): Provides support in bureaucratic processes after the student's arrival in Italy.
IMS Office (ims@unimi.it): It is the contact channel for program-specific academic and administrative questions.
Sede4international@unimi.it and Sofia4international@unimi.it: These are additional contact addresses belonging to the university's international student offices.
Important considerations
- The non-EU quota is limited (15 people in the last two terms); the level of competition may be high.
- Failure to provide a valid English proficiency certificate at the pre-enrollment/visa stage may result in the loss of the right to take the exam; this requirement is clearly stated in the official application announcement.
- Tuition fees are not fixed; they vary according to the ISEE or flat-rate mechanism and the student's documents.
- The 12-year formal education requirement is a national requirement for access to higher education in Italy; candidates who do not meet this requirement are advised to evaluate their situation according to the university's official admission announcement before applying.
- Some details regarding the academic regulations of the program (e.g., additional education requirement thresholds, the effect of the national exam reform on the English program) are not yet included on this page; these issues will be addressed in a separate verification process.
- For alternatives in Lombardy and neighboring regions, the pages of University of Pavia and University of Turin can also be examined.
- To compare different quota and fee structures, you can check the general list of English Medical Universities in Italy.
Assessment for Turkish students
Editorial evaluation
The standard Non-EU quota for Milan IMS has been limited to 15 people in the last two terms; this situation may mean high competition for Non-EU candidates.
Failure to provide a valid English proficiency certificate at the pre-enrollment stage may result in the loss of the right to take the exam; therefore, it is important to meet this requirement on time before applying.
Income documents such as the DSU scholarship and ISEE Parificato should also be monitored along with the accommodation application schedule.
A special YKS requirement for Turkish students for Milan will not be mentioned on this page unless it is confirmed by an official source.
The cut-off evaluation on this page is based on the current site data; the ranking position data is not displayed because it could not be verified.
Frequently asked questions
Is the University of Milan IMS in English?
Yes. The International Medical School (IMS) conducts the Medicine and Surgery program entirely in English.
What is the number of Non-EU quotas for Milan IMS?
A standard Non-EU quota of 15 people was published for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 periods; in the 2023/2024 period, this quota was set at 25 people. Quotas may change from year to year.
Is an English certificate required at Milan IMS?
Yes. According to the university's official application announcement, a valid English proficiency certificate must be presented at the pre-enrollment/visa stage; candidates who do not meet this requirement may not be allowed to take the exam. It is recommended to review the current official announcement for the types and levels of certificates accepted.
How can the DSU Lombardia scholarship be tracked?
Applications are made through the Sportello Servizi agli Studenti portal. For the 2025/2026 period, the deadline for scholarship applications is September 30, 2025 (at 23:59), while the deadline for accommodation applications has been published as August 21, 2025. The awarding of a scholarship is not guaranteed; the conditions of the current call for each academic year should be checked.
Is YKS required for Milan IMS?
A separate YKS requirement for Turkish students specifically in Milan is not stated as a definite requirement on this page unless confirmed by an official Milan or national source.
The information on this page is based on the official sources of the Università degli Studi di Milano (unimi.it, apps.unimi.it, ims.cdl.unimi.it) and current site data. For ranking position, some fee details, and the application schedule, the latest university announcements should also be checked.
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