Student city guide
Study in Milan
This guide explains student life in Milan, Italy, including an estimated monthly student budget of $621, Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and cold, foggy winters., National Visa for Study (Type D) and Permesso di Soggiorno guidance, 15 universities. Explore verified details for Italy below.

Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $621
- Climate
- Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and cold, foggy winters.
- Safety score
- 70/100
- English friendliness
- 60%
- Student visa
- National Visa for Study (Type D) and Permesso di Soggiorno
- Work while studying
- Non-EU students can work up to 20 hours per week (maximum 1,040 hours per year).
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$621
Rent is for asingle room in a shared apartment (stanza singola), based on the city average of €450-€700 (average €575) published by the official YesMilano city guide.
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Home to prestigious universities like Politecnico di Milano and Bocconi.
- Italy's economic and financial hub, offering excellent networking and career opportunities.
- Vibrant cultural scene, famous for fashion, design, and nightlife.
- Excellent public transport and connectivity to the rest of Europe.
Considerations
- The most expensive city in Italy, with very high rent prices.
- Highly competitive student housing market.
- Bureaucracy can be slow and difficult to navigate without speaking Italian.
Student housing in Milan
Explore published residence details, room options and provider information for Milan, Italy. Confirm prices and availability directly with each provider.
Browse student housing in MilanUniversities in Milan
- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart
- Conservatorio di Musica "Giuseppe Verdi" di Milano
- IULM University (Free University of Languages and Communication)
- Istituto Europeo di Design
- Istituto Marangoni
- NABA - Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
- Politecnico di Milano
- University of Milan-Bicocca
- Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi
- Università degli Studi di Milano
- Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca
- Vita-Salute San Raffaele University

