{"id":11937,"date":"2023-10-13T18:20:14","date_gmt":"2023-10-13T12:50:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/?p=11937"},"modified":"2026-03-10T18:43:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T13:13:51","slug":"cost-of-living-in-milan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/student-finances\/cost-of-living-in-milan\/","title":{"rendered":"Cost of Living in Milan for Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Milan is a fun and friendly city with many theaters, festivals, cinemas, and art exhibitions to amuse students after classes. Milan is also a fashion city and a central financial hub and thus has plenty to offer like-minded students to come study in this city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Economist’s year safety index, Milan ranks 7.13, making it a safe and secure place to study for international students.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Milan a student city?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to QS Best Student Cities, Milan ranks 48th based on student mix and employer activity indicators. There are 5 ranked universities featured in QS World University Rankings, out of which Politecnico di Milano ranks 139th globally.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Milan expensive?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The cost of living in Milan will be \u20ac1,100 – \u20ac1,800 \/month excluding tuition fees. This cost will cover food, transport, and other miscellaneous expenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please bear in mind the cost of living in Milan will differ depending on your lifestyle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more personalized information, use our cost of living calculator<\/a><\/strong> to estimate your desired area’s average cost of living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before we list the details of the cost of living in Milan, let’s summarize its cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expenses<\/strong><\/td>Cost (Average)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Average Tuition Fees<\/td>\u20ac3,500 – \u20ac16,000 \/ Year<\/td><\/tr>
Accommodation<\/td>\u20ac150 – \u20ac600 \/Week<\/td><\/tr>
Local transport<\/td>\u20ac87 \/Month<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Is Milan expensive to study?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are 3 public universities and 4 private universities in Milan. The public universities set their tuition fees based on the degree you choose to study. For a non-EU\/EEA student, it can cost more. The tuition fees in private universities are higher than the public ones; The fee applies the same for EU and non-EU students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Undergraduate Tuition Fee<\/strong><\/td>Post-Graduate Tuition Fee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
\u20ac3,500 – \u20ac10,000 \/ Year<\/td>\u20ac4,000 – \u20ac16,000 \/ Year <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

1. Student Housing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Student housing<\/a><\/strong> is one of the most popular types of student accommodation in Milan<\/a><\/strong>. It is common among 2nd and 3rd-year students as it comes with an inclusive package of amenities and utility bills. They are in prime areas and offer various rooms for all budgets and preferences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most of the accommodations are at a distance of under 3 miles. While the ones outside of the city center are up to 20 miles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Student Housing <\/strong><\/td>Price<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Ensuite\/ Studio<\/td>\u20ac150 – \u20ac250 \/week <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

2. Private Apartment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Private student apartments stand out among the students as they offer independent and more private living. The apartments can range from one, two, three – four bedrooms, and so on. They also come with a package of amenities and services that cater to meet the needs and requirements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apartment<\/strong><\/td>Price<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Private<\/td>\u20ac150 – \u20ac600 \/week<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

3. University Halls<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

University halls are on-campus accommodations provided by most universities. They cater to students who want to live near the campus or the building. It comes with limited privacy, independence, and freedom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

University Hall<\/strong><\/td>Price<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Ensuite\/ Studio<\/td>\u20ac200 – \u20ac400 \/week<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

How much is the average meal in Milan?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Food expenses will depend on your lifestyle, spending, and eating habits. If you eat at restaurants in the central area, a meal will cost \u20ac40 \/person. While prices will differ in the suburbs, a course meal will cost \u20ac20 \/person. Pubs and bars may differ in prices depending on the location; on average, a glass of beer will cost \u20ac6. Cooking meals at home is advisable, as groceries will cost on average \u20ac350 in a month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much do utility bills cost in Milan?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Utility bills are cheaper in Milan than in most countries in Europe. On average, the utility bills in Milan will cost \u20ac250 \/month. Student housing and apartments cover the utility bills under the rent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do you travel in Milan?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It’s easy to get around Milan as public transportation like the bus, subway, and tram system are convenient and cheap. The ticket prices are the same for all modes of transportation. A single journey ticket will cost \u20ac2.20. The Milan Pass and Milano Card are the two travel cards available that offer a considerable discount.<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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